Opportunity Information: Apply for AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701
The Ambassador's Special Self Help (SSH) Program is a small-grants opportunity run by the U.S. Embassy in Dar es Salaam under the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Tanzania. It is designed to fund practical, community-driven projects that can be implemented quickly and that continue to deliver benefits after the grant period ends. The overall focus is community development, with an emphasis on projects that directly improve livelihoods and social well-being at the local level.
The program prioritizes three main types of activities. First, it supports economic empowerment through innovative, income-generating community projects that improve the lives of disadvantaged groups, including people with disabilities, orphans, the elderly, and survivors or those at risk of sexual exploitation or trafficking. Projects in this area are expected to benefit the broader community rather than only a narrow set of individuals. Second, it encourages proposals that advance women and girls, especially initiatives that strengthen women's economic or social empowerment, expand access to employment, and build marketable skills. Special attention is given to efforts that grow women-owned businesses that actively train, employ, and empower women and girls. Third, the program can support community programs for children and youth, including locally led services such as sustainable nutrition programs and creative youth empowerment initiatives.
Several practical requirements shape what a strong application looks like. Projects must be well planned, ready to launch, and structured to be self-sustaining once embassy funding ends. They also must be completed in less than one year, which means the scope should be realistic and tightly managed. The embassy expects ongoing reporting from grantees and notes that U.S. Embassy staff will make periodic site visits, so applicants should be prepared for routine monitoring and documentation of progress and results.
A key feature of the program is community commitment. Recipient communities must show substantial buy-in by contributing either financially or through in-kind support such as labor, materials, or supplies. This cost-sharing element is meant to demonstrate local ownership and increase the likelihood that the project will continue after the grant closes. In addition, proposals must have local approvals in place before submission, including endorsement from the local development committee and relevant district and/or local village or district councils or authorities.
On the funding and administrative side, this opportunity is offered as a grant, with an award ceiling of $10,000 and an expected eight awards. The funding opportunity number is AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701, and the CFDA number listed is 19.022. Applications were required to be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on July 1, 2019, via email to Selfhelpd@state.gov. Applicants are directed to consult the full Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and the application package for complete instructions, eligibility details, and required forms.Apply for AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Tanzania in the community development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Ambassador's Special Self Help Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.022.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 10, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 01, 2019 Applications are due no later than1159 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), on July 1, 2019 and must be submittedelectronically to Selfhelpd@state.gov. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $10,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 8 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Community Development
Next opportunity: Supported Decision Making Across the Lifespan Planning Grant
Previous opportunity: Implementation Science for Strengthening Family Health (IS4FH)
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| FY2019 Implementation of Management Plan Apply for NPS DOIP19AC00587 Funding Number: NPS DOIP19AC00587 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $332,097 |
| National Wildlife Refuge System Enhancements Apply for F19AS00262 Funding Number: F19AS00262 Agency: Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $92,817 |
| Community Volunteer Ambassador Program Apply for P19AS00312 Funding Number: P19AS00312 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $2,784,697 |
| Fiscal Year 2019 Capital Magnet Fund Program Apply for CDFI 2019 CMF Funding Number: CDFI 2019 CMF Agency: US Department of the Treasury, Community Development Financial Institutions Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $19,600,000 |
| VETERANS CEMETERY GRANTS PROGRAM Apply for VA GRANTS NCA FY2020 Funding Number: VA GRANTS NCA FY2020 Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs, VA National Cemetery Administration Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $45,000,000 |
| Groundwork Indy Capacity Building Apply for P19AS00372 Funding Number: P19AS00372 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $31,450 |
| Groundwork Southcoast Capacity Building Apply for P19AS00378 Funding Number: P19AS00378 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $56,450 |
| Crossroads of the American Revolution NHA Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0089 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0089 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $332,097 |
| Musconetcong River Comprehensive Management Plan Implement Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0095 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0095 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $118,000 |
| Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) National Historic Landmark Nomination Apply for P19AS00496 Funding Number: P19AS00496 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| Public Matters: Lowell's Emerging Leaders Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0125 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0125 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $15,000 |
| Kaunti Kuimarisha Uendelevu - Strengthening County Sustainability Apply for 72061519APS00003 Funding Number: 72061519APS00003 Agency: Agency for International Development, East Africa USAID-Kenya Category: Community Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0131 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0131 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Susquehanna National Heritage Area Apply for NPS 19 NERO 0132 Funding Number: NPS 19 NERO 0132 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Community Development Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| ADDRESSING DRUG ABUSE AND ADDICTION IN KACHIN, MYANMAR Apply for 7200AA19APS00007 ADDENDUM 02 USAID BURMA Funding Number: 7200AA19APS00007 ADDENDUM 02 USAID BURMA Agency: Agency for International Development, Burma USAID - Rangoon Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| U.S. Embassy Conakry, Annual Program Statement Apply for DOS CONAK FY19 01 Funding Number: DOS CONAK FY19 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Guinea Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $15,000 |
| Community Development Block Grant Program for Indian Tribes and Alaska Native Villages Apply for FR 6300 N 23 Funding Number: FR 6300 N 23 Agency: US Department of Housing and Urban Development Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $7,000,000 |
| Julia Taft Refugee Fund for FY 2020 Apply for DOS CNK FY 20 02 Funding Number: DOS CNK FY 20 02 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Guinea Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| Julia Taft Refugee Fund 2019 Apply for DOS HAR FY2020 Funding Number: DOS HAR FY2020 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| U.S. EMBASSY ABIDJAN FY 2020 Julia Taft Refugee Fund Apply for DOS ABJ FY20 01 Funding Number: DOS ABJ FY20 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cote d Ivoire Category: Community Development Funding Amount: $25,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "AF ESF CY2019 GR SSH 06010701", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.