Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs
Grow Your Organization: Cuban Civil Society Leaders Program
Emerging leaders in Cuban civil society can get professional development training to build grassroots organizations and advance democracy. This program funds in-depth skill-building workshops in areas like communications, leadership, and community organizing.
Funded Training for Cuban Young Leaders & Civil Society
This program offers funding for young emerging leaders from Cuban civil society to participate in 3-6 month professional development programs abroad. The training focuses on developing essential skills for fostering grassroots democracy and human rights in Cuba.
Fund for Cuban Leaders: Build Skills & Drive Change
This grant supports young Cuban professionals (ages 20-35) to develop leadership skills for building independent civil society and advocating for human rights and democracy. Funding helps cultivate effective leaders who can promote community engagement and democratic practices.
Funded Leadership Training for Cuban Entrepreneurs
Emerging leaders from Cuban civil society can receive funding for six-month to year-long professional development in the US or a third country. This program equips participants with advanced communication and democracy-building skills to implement impactful projects back in Cuba.
Fund Your Youth Program: Exchange & Development Grants
U.S. educational institutions and non-profits can apply to run a two-week exchange program for disadvantaged high school students from Latin America. This grant supports cultural immersion and leadership development for youth in public school systems.
Fund Your Business Growth in the Americas!
This grant is for small business support centers across the Americas looking to build partnerships and cooperative activities. Funding aims to boost trade opportunities and innovation for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in the region.
Boost Your Business: Central America Training Grant
Central American businesses, especially women-owned ventures, can access enhanced support and training through this initiative. This grant funds the development of standardized training for business counselors, directly expanding capacity and services for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
Fund Your Business Growth: WEAmericas Accelerator
Are you a woman entrepreneur in Central America looking to scale your business? The WEAmericas Accelerator offers intensive training, expert mentoring, and investor pitching opportunities to help you access capital and expand your reach.
Grow Your Business with Global Talent
This program offers U.S. non-profits the opportunity to host and train emerging young leaders from Cuban civil society for 2-4 months, fostering professional development and international collaboration. Gain valuable insights and dedicated support to advance your organization's mission.
Fund Your Nonprofit Growth in Cuba
Cuban nonprofit leaders can access U.S. university graduate programs in nonprofit management to enhance their skills. This program offers tuition, English training, and internships to boost your organization's impact.
Unlock Funds for Guyana's Extractive Industry Growth
This grant supports Guyanese organizations and government entities in strengthening their capacity to meet Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) standards. Funding is available for initiatives that promote transparency and accountability within the nation's valuable extractive sector, driving responsible development.
Unlock Funding for LatAm Tech Entrepreneurs
Are you an emerging tech or social entrepreneur from Latin America or the Caribbean? This U.S.-based fellowship offers a unique opportunity to grow your business and leadership skills.