Deadline: 7 February 2020

The U.S. Embassy in Monrovia is now accepting proposals for one-time projects designed to help refugees or returnees in Liberia.

The Taft Refugee Fund is intended to support urgent projects or gaps in assistance for refugees and returnees in Liberia. Proposals should be for one-time interventions, not sustained programs, and should address needs not addressed by other governmental, non-governmental, or international organizations.

Funding Information

• Project proposals should not exceed $25,000.
• Projects should aim to be completed in one year.

Eligibility Criteria

They will consider proposals for support of international NGOs, but especially welcome and encourage local NGOs to apply.

Evaluation Criteria

• Urgent Need: The organization demonstrates a clear and urgent need for refugees or returnees, or a gap in other assistance.
• Impact: The project proposal clearly outlines how the funding will help refugees or returnees in Liberia.
• Achievable: The proposal shows how the project can be implemented and achieved in a timely manner.
• Capacity: The grantee demonstrates the expertise and ability to implement the project.
• Budget: The proposal outlines a clear budget with a narrative description of how funds will be used.

For more information, visit https://lr.usembassy.gov/education-culture/funding-opportunities/