Deadline:March 02, 2025

Language: English

Grant Size :  $100,000 to $500,000

Countries Costa Rica

Link: https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358331

Description: The U.S. Embassy San Jose of the U.S. Department of State announces applications to carry out a program to support the development of strong, capable, and accountable government in Costa Rica; with civil society demanding government accountability without reprisal of their rights and can influence policy outcomes.

Priority Areas

• Trade and Investment: Projects that promote the development of the digital economy, creative industries, tourism sector, small- and medium-sized enterprises, and innovation as the basis for strong, sustainable, inclusive economic growth;
• Media & Information: Projects that promote an understanding of freedom of the press, ethical journalism practices, increased access to information, improved media and digital literacy, and combat mis- and disinformation.
• Empowering Youth, Women & Populations experiencing marginalization: Projects that support the engagement or empowerment of marginalized or underserved communities in the digital economy, gender equity, minority rights, and persons with disabilities.