Opportunity Information: Apply for ND NOFO 18 113
The Department of State, U.S. Mission to India, through the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, invited proposals for a discretionary grant opportunity titled "English Access Microscholarship Alumni Engagement (REPOST)" (Funding Opportunity Number: ND NOFO 18 113). The project is tied to the English Access Microscholarship Program, a long-running initiative that helps talented young people ages 13 to 20 from economically disadvantaged backgrounds build practical English language skills. Access typically delivers instruction through after-school classes and more intensive learning sessions, with the larger goal of improving participants' educational and professional prospects and increasing their ability to engage with opportunities that require English proficiency.
This specific opportunity focuses on "alumni engagement," meaning the proposed project is expected to work with students who have already participated in the Access program and are now considered alumni. While the short announcement text does not spell out required activities, the title and framing strongly indicate that proposals should concentrate on keeping Access graduates connected, active, and supported after they complete the core language training. In practice, alumni engagement projects commonly include activities like networking events, skill-building workshops, mentorship and peer-to-peer learning structures, community service or civic engagement initiatives, leadership development, and platforms that help alumni continue using English in real-world contexts. The intention is to sustain the benefits of Access beyond the classroom, strengthen alumni networks, and create ongoing pathways for learning, confidence-building, and community impact.
The grant was offered under the Education funding activity category (CFDA number 19.040) and was to be awarded as a grant instrument. The opportunity anticipated making one award, with a maximum award amount (ceiling) of $50,000. Eligible applicants included public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, and U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education). The listing reflects an original posting date of April 11, 2018, and an original application deadline of June 11, 2018, indicating a relatively short submission window typical of many embassy-led public diplomacy and education grant competitions.
In short, this grant opportunity sought a single, well-scoped project that would extend the impact of the English Access Microscholarship Program in India by organizing meaningful, structured engagement for Access alumni. Proposals needed to align with the program's core mission of supporting economically disadvantaged youth through English language development, while shifting the emphasis from initial instruction to post-program connection, continued growth, and sustained use of English through purposeful alumni activities. For full requirements, deliverables, and application instructions, applicants were directed to consult the complete announcement materials posted under the "related documents" section.Apply for ND NOFO 18 113
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to India in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "English Access Microscholarship Alumni Engagement (REPOST)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 11, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 11, 2018. (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 $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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