Opportunity Information: Apply for PDS ASHGABAT CA FY24 004
The Experiential Learning Activities Programs grant (Funding Opportunity Number: PDS ASHGABAT CA FY24 004) is a discretionary U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan funding opportunity that supports the delivery of American Spaces programming across four locations in Turkmenistan: Ashgabat, Dashoguz, Mary, and Turkmenabat. The U.S. Embassy Ashgabat is seeking a single prime implementing organization to plan, run, and evaluate hands-on educational and community programs hosted through these American Spaces over an expected 12-month period, from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the Embassy will likely stay actively involved in shaping or coordinating aspects of implementation while the recipient manages day-to-day delivery. The award ceiling is listed as $34,500, and the application deadline is May 14, 2024.
At its core, the project is designed to build mutual understanding between the United States and Turkmenistan through practical, skills-based activities that combine English language learning, innovation and STEM exposure, entrepreneurship and economic education, and environmental and climate awareness. The American Spaces network is described as the Embassy's main public diplomacy platform in-country, functioning both as a community hub for English resources and professional development and as a gateway for Turkmen citizens to engage with U.S. culture, education, and values. The Embassy emphasizes that these spaces already have a track record of conversation groups, workshops, and visiting speaker events, and the new grant is meant to broaden and strengthen that programming with structured, goal-driven activities.
The primary intended participants are Turkmen youth ages 10 to 25, with a clear focus on inclusion of girls and women, students (school and university), and young professionals, especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. In addition to direct youth engagement, the programming is also meant to involve teachers, civil society representatives, and alumni of previous U.S. government-funded programs, both to strengthen local capacity and to build continuity across Embassy-supported initiatives. Another key feature is community-building: implementers are encouraged to bring in local businesses and nonprofit groups to share expertise and help develop stronger professional networks around entrepreneurship, STEM, and civic engagement.
The opportunity lays out several objectives and sample program models that applicants can choose to implement in full or in part. Applicants can propose to administer all suggested activities or select one or several program components, as long as proposals include clear goals, measurable outputs and outcomes, and a realistic plan for monitoring and evaluation. The implementer is expected to handle the full program cycle: planning and logistics, execution, closeout, and evaluation, along with communications elements such as social media presence, impact reporting, and photo release procedures.
On STEM and innovation, the Embassy sets targets aimed at both skills development and networking. One objective is to enhance STEM and problem-solving skills for at least 500 youth across Ashgabat and the regions, and another is to create a network of STEM-interested youth by facilitating connections with tech communities in Turkmenistan and the United States. Suggested STEM activities include a Tech Lab with two main tracks: a four-month coding skills lab for roughly 100 English-speaking school graduates and young professionals (ages 18 to 30) focused on web design and digital skills, and support for Technovation Girls for about 150 schoolgirls (ages 8 to 18) to build capabilities in app development and tech entrepreneurship for participation in a global competition. Additional STEM concepts include organizing a regional math contest for students ages 10 to 14 modeled on a well-known U.S. style competition, with preparatory sessions and a final national tournament in Ashgabat and travel support for regional winners. Another highlighted activity is the NASA International Space Apps Challenge, aimed at English-speaking students ages 16 to 25 through workshops and a hackathon-style event, with potential costs including coordination, training, supplies, promotional support, and social media content to amplify visibility.
For English language development, the grant targets improving English skills among at least 500 youth through interactive, hands-on formats rather than purely classroom instruction. The suggested umbrella activity is an "English Immersion" approach for up to 500 English speakers ages 10 to 18 delivered throughout the year, linking language practice to themes such as U.S. values of diversity and inclusion, climate change, media literacy, entrepreneurship, and public speaking. Example components include an English Drama Club that stages a play by an American author and can perform through a mobile mini-theater at schools and community events; immersive English camps during spring, summer, and fall school breaks; and English book clubs that make intentional use of American Corner resources like graded readers, magazines, learning games, and reference materials. Proposed budgets for these activities may cover trainer fees, supplies, promotional items, and light refreshments such as coffee breaks.
Climate and environmental programming is framed as a mix of education, practical engagement, and local networking. One objective is to increase knowledge and awareness of climate change mitigation among at least 100 young "eco-champions" via programming focused on climate action, innovative business practices, and entrepreneurship strategies. Suggested options include a "Climate Champions" model: a 10-day program for English-speaking participants ages 16 to 25 across the four American Spaces, delivered sometime between September 2024 and August 2025, combining workshops, field trips, and community service activities in partnership with local eco-activists and nonprofits. The content is expected to cover climate challenges, water and energy issues, sustainable consumption, myth-busting, and U.S.-based best practices. Another option is the Farmcraft program, tied to the North America Scholastic Esports Federation (NASEF), using Minecraft-based educational competition to teach agricultural science, food security, and climate concepts for students ages 10 to 18, typically through a multi-month sequence of sessions.
Business and entrepreneurship activities are aimed at sparking interest and building foundational skills for at least 100 youth. Proposed examples include a Business Skills program for middle and high school students delivered over 40 instructional hours, culminating in pitch events at American Spaces that connect participants with local and international business communities. Another suggested component is Playful Economics, which uses an activity-based curriculum to introduce core economic ideas to students ages 12 to 18 through a series of programs held across all four locations over the year. Budgets for these activities may cover coordination and trainer fees, supplies, and promotional materials, with the broader intention of making entrepreneurship and economics approachable and relevant to students who may not otherwise have access to such learning opportunities.
Eligibility is limited to non-profit entities, including not-for-profit organizations, civil society or non-government organizations, and public or private educational institutions. For-profit entities are explicitly not eligible to apply as the prime recipient, even if they appear to fit the categories listed. The prime awardee may subcontract with other organizations if needed, but only one non-profit, non-governmental entity can serve as the main recipient, and proposals must clearly spell out which partner is responsible for which activities and deliverables.
Overall, this opportunity is best understood as a compact, year-long, multi-city programming grant intended to keep American Spaces active and relevant for young people in Turkmenistan through structured experiential learning. Competitive proposals will likely be the ones that choose a coherent set of activities, tie them directly to the Embassy's numeric targets (for example, the 500-youth targets in STEM and English and the 100-participant targets in climate and entrepreneurship), demonstrate strong local partnerships and alumni engagement, and present a practical monitoring and evaluation plan that proves impact beyond attendance counts.Apply for PDS ASHGABAT CA FY24 004
- The U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Experiential Learning Activities Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.441.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-03-14.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-05-14. (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 $34,500.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Experiential Learning Activities Programs Grant (PDS ASHGABAT CA FY24 004) - FAQs
1) What is the Experiential Learning Activities Programs grant?
It is a discretionary U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan funding opportunity to support hands-on educational and community programming delivered through the American Spaces network in Turkmenistan.
2) What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PDS ASHGABAT CA FY24 004.
3) Who is offering this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Embassy in Ashgabat (U.S. Mission to Turkmenistan).
4) Where will the funded programming take place?
Programming is intended to be delivered across four American Spaces locations in Turkmenistan: Ashgabat, Dashoguz, Mary, and Turkmenabat.
5) How long is the project period expected to last?
The expected period is 12 months, from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
6) What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is May 14, 2024.
7) What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $34,500.
8) What type of award is this?
The award is a cooperative agreement.
9) What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
It means the Embassy will likely remain actively involved in shaping or coordinating parts of the implementation, while the recipient organization manages day-to-day delivery of the activities.
10) How many prime awardees will be selected?
The Embassy is seeking a single prime implementing organization.
11) What is the overall purpose of the project?
The project is designed to build mutual understanding between the United States and Turkmenistan through practical, skills-based experiential learning activities.
12) What are American Spaces in this context?
American Spaces are described as the Embassy's main public diplomacy platform in Turkmenistan. They serve as community hubs for English resources and professional development and as a gateway for Turkmen citizens to engage with U.S. culture, education, and values.
13) What types of topics and themes does the grant support?
The grant supports programming that combines English language learning, innovation and STEM exposure, entrepreneurship and economic education, and environmental and climate awareness.
14) Who are the primary intended participants?
The primary intended participants are Turkmen youth ages 10 to 25.
15) Are there priority participant groups?
Yes. The opportunity emphasizes inclusion of girls and women, students (school and university), and young professionals, especially those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
16) Are non-youth audiences included?
Yes. Programming is also meant to involve teachers, civil society representatives, and alumni of previous U.S. government-funded programs to strengthen local capacity and continuity.
17) Is community-building and networking part of the expected approach?
Yes. Implementers are encouraged to engage local businesses and nonprofit groups to share expertise and help build stronger professional networks around entrepreneurship, STEM, and civic engagement.
18) Do applicants need to implement every activity listed in the opportunity?
No. Applicants may propose to administer all suggested activities or select one or several components, as long as the proposal includes clear goals, measurable outputs and outcomes, and a realistic monitoring and evaluation plan.
19) What responsibilities will the implementing organization be expected to cover?
The implementer is expected to manage the full program cycle, including planning and logistics, execution, closeout, and evaluation. The implementer is also expected to handle communications elements such as social media presence, impact reporting, and photo release procedures.
20) What STEM and innovation targets are described?
The opportunity includes objectives to enhance STEM and problem-solving skills for at least 500 youth across Ashgabat and the regions and to create a network of STEM-interested youth by connecting them with tech communities in Turkmenistan and the United States.
21) What is the suggested Tech Lab model?
The Tech Lab includes two tracks: (1) a four-month coding skills lab for roughly 100 English-speaking school graduates and young professionals (ages 18 to 30) focused on web design and digital skills, and (2) support for Technovation Girls for about 150 schoolgirls (ages 8 to 18) focused on app development and tech entrepreneurship for participation in a global competition.
22) What is the regional math contest concept mentioned?
A suggested activity is a regional math contest for students ages 10 to 14 modeled on a well-known U.S.-style competition, including preparatory sessions and a final national tournament in Ashgabat, with travel support for regional winners.
23) What is the NASA International Space Apps Challenge component?
It is a suggested STEM activity aimed at English-speaking students ages 16 to 25 through workshops and a hackathon-style event. Potential costs mentioned include coordination, training, supplies, promotional support, and social media content to increase visibility.
24) What English language targets are described?
The grant targets improving English skills among at least 500 youth through interactive, hands-on formats rather than purely classroom instruction.
25) What is meant by the "English Immersion" approach in this opportunity?
It refers to year-round interactive programming for up to 500 English speakers ages 10 to 18, linking language practice to themes such as U.S. values of diversity and inclusion, climate change, media literacy, entrepreneurship, and public speaking.
26) What English program examples are provided?
Examples include an English Drama Club staging a play by an American author (including potential mobile mini-theater performances), immersive English camps during school breaks (spring, summer, fall), and English book clubs using American Corner resources such as graded readers, magazines, learning games, and reference materials.
27) What types of budget items are mentioned for English activities?
Suggested budgets may include trainer fees, supplies, promotional items, and light refreshments such as coffee breaks.
28) What climate and environmental objective is highlighted?
An objective is to increase knowledge and awareness of climate change mitigation among at least 100 young "eco-champions" through programming focused on climate action, innovative business practices, and entrepreneurship strategies.
29) What is the "Climate Champions" model described?
It is a suggested 10-day program for English-speaking participants ages 16 to 25 across the four American Spaces, delivered sometime between September 2024 and August 2025, combining workshops, field trips, and community service in partnership with local eco-activists and nonprofits.
30) What topics should Climate Champions programming cover?
The content is expected to include climate challenges, water and energy issues, sustainable consumption, myth-busting, and U.S.-based best practices.
31) What is the Farmcraft program option?
Farmcraft is tied to the North America Scholastic Esports Federation (NASEF) and uses Minecraft-based educational competition to teach agricultural science, food security, and climate concepts for students ages 10 to 18, typically delivered through a multi-month sequence of sessions.
32) What business and entrepreneurship targets are described?
Business and entrepreneurship activities are aimed at sparking interest and building foundational skills for at least 100 youth.
33) What is the suggested Business Skills program format?
It is described as a 40-hour program for middle and high school students, culminating in pitch events at American Spaces that connect participants with local and international business communities.
34) What is Playful Economics?
Playful Economics is an activity-based curriculum intended to introduce core economic ideas to students ages 12 to 18 through a series of programs held across all four locations over the year.
35) What types of budget items are mentioned for business and entrepreneurship activities?
Budgets may include coordination and trainer fees, supplies, and promotional materials.
36) Who is eligible to apply as the prime recipient?
Eligibility is limited to non-profit entities, including not-for-profit organizations, civil society or non-government organizations, and public or private educational institutions.
37) Are for-profit organizations eligible to apply?
No. For-profit entities are explicitly not eligible to apply as the prime recipient.
38) Can the prime recipient subcontract or partner with other organizations?
Yes. The prime awardee may subcontract with other organizations if needed, but proposals must clearly explain which partner is responsible for which activities and deliverables.
39) Can there be more than one prime recipient?
No. Only one non-profit, non-governmental entity can serve as the main recipient.
40) What makes a proposal more likely to be competitive based on the opportunity description?
The description suggests competitive proposals will likely select a coherent set of activities, tie them directly to numeric targets (such as 500-youth targets in STEM and English and 100-participant targets in climate and entrepreneurship), demonstrate strong local partnerships and alumni engagement, and present a practical monitoring and evaluation plan that shows impact beyond attendance counts.
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