Opportunity Information: Apply for OFOP0002098
The U.S. Mission to Morocco, through the U.S. Embassy in Morocco, is offering a discretionary funding opportunity titled "Connecting Moroccan Youth with U.S. Space Science and Technology" (Funding Opportunity Number OFOP0002098). The program invites qualified organizations to design and deliver innovative, space-themed projects that highlight U.S. leadership and accomplishments in space exploration and technology, while strengthening STEM learning and youth leadership in Morocco. The overall aim is to use the appeal and real-world relevance of space science to promote modern educational methods, spark curiosity about U.S. space programs, and build practical skills that Moroccan teens can carry into future studies and careers.
Projects funded under this opportunity are expected to be hands-on and engaging rather than purely lecture-based. The Embassy is looking for activities such as interactive workshops, competitions, training sessions, and immersive learning experiences that reflect American scientific achievement and an entrepreneurial, problem-solving spirit. Strong proposals will connect space-related themes to tangible STEM competencies, encouraging participants to think critically, collaborate effectively, and practice innovation in ways that mirror how real aerospace and technology teams work.
A central feature the Embassy explicitly encourages is a bilateral partnership that brings together institutions from Morocco and the United States. Applicants are urged to build structured collaboration across borders, which could include virtual exchanges, joint project-based learning, coordinated events, and peer-to-peer interaction between Moroccan and American youth. The intent is not only to teach technical content but also to create direct relationship-building opportunities that deepen Moroccan students' exposure to U.S. expertise, perspectives, and educational approaches in space science and technology.
The target participant group is clearly defined: funded projects must engage at least 80 Moroccan youth between the ages of 15 and 18 during a 12-month period. Programs should be designed so participants come away with a stronger awareness and appreciation of U.S. advancements in space exploration and space-related technology, alongside growth in leadership, teamwork, and innovation skills. Success is expected to be demonstrated through clear evaluation methods, including pre- and post-program assessments that show measurable increases in knowledge and skill development.
Eligible applicants include Moroccan and U.S. nonprofit organizations with relevant experience, including NGOs, civil society organizations, and think tanks, as well as nonprofit educational institutions. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement, indicating the U.S. government expects an active partnership role during implementation rather than a hands-off grant. The activity category is Science and Technology and other Research and Development, with CFDA number 19.040. The application deadline listed is August 4, 2025, and the maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $70,000.Apply for OFOP0002098
- The U.S. Mission to Morocco in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Connecting Moroccan Youth with U.S. Space Science and Technology" 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 2025-06-25.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2025-08-04. (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 $70,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The discretionary funding opportunity is titled "Connecting Moroccan Youth with U.S. Space Science and Technology."
Who is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Mission to Morocco through the U.S. Embassy in Morocco.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is OFOP0002098.
What is the main purpose of the program?
The program aims to support innovative, space-themed projects that highlight U.S. leadership and accomplishments in space exploration and technology while strengthening STEM learning and youth leadership in Morocco. It is designed to use the appeal and real-world relevance of space science to promote modern educational methods, spark curiosity about U.S. space programs, and build practical skills for Moroccan teens.
What kinds of projects is the Embassy looking to fund?
The Embassy is looking for projects that are hands-on and engaging, rather than purely lecture-based. Examples mentioned include interactive workshops, competitions, training sessions, and immersive learning experiences tied to space science and technology.
Are traditional lecture-based activities allowed?
The opportunity emphasizes that funded projects are expected to be hands-on and engaging rather than purely lecture-based. Proposals should prioritize interactive learning methods.
What themes or learning outcomes should projects focus on?
Projects should connect space-related themes to tangible STEM competencies and encourage participants to think critically, collaborate, and practice innovation in ways that reflect real aerospace and technology teams. Programs are also expected to build leadership, teamwork, and innovation skills and increase awareness and appreciation of U.S. advancements in space exploration and space-related technology.
Is a partnership between Morocco and the United States required?
The Embassy explicitly encourages a bilateral partnership that brings together institutions from Morocco and the United States. Applicants are urged to build structured cross-border collaboration (for example, virtual exchanges, joint project-based learning, coordinated events, and peer-to-peer interaction between Moroccan and American youth).
What does the program mean by "bilateral partnership" in practice?
Based on the description, bilateral collaboration could include virtual exchanges, joint project-based learning, coordinated events, and peer-to-peer interaction connecting Moroccan and American youth. The intent is to support both technical learning and relationship-building with exposure to U.S. expertise and educational approaches.
Who is the target audience for funded projects?
Funded projects must engage Moroccan youth ages 15 to 18.
Is there a minimum number of youth participants required?
Yes. Projects must engage at least 80 Moroccan youth ages 15 to 18.
How long should the project run?
The project is expected to engage participants during a 12-month period.
What results are participants expected to gain from the program?
Participants are expected to leave with (1) a stronger awareness and appreciation of U.S. achievements in space exploration and space-related technology and (2) growth in leadership, teamwork, and innovation skills, alongside STEM learning gains.
How should project success be measured?
The opportunity expects success to be demonstrated through clear evaluation methods, including pre- and post-program assessments showing measurable increases in knowledge and skill development.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include Moroccan and U.S. nonprofit organizations with relevant experience, including NGOs, civil society organizations, and think tanks, as well as nonprofit educational institutions.
Can both Moroccan and U.S. organizations apply?
Yes. The opportunity states that eligible applicants include both Moroccan and U.S. nonprofit organizations (and nonprofit educational institutions) with relevant experience.
What type of funding instrument will be used?
The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does it mean that this is a cooperative agreement?
A cooperative agreement indicates the U.S. government expects an active partnership role during implementation, rather than a hands-off grant relationship.
What is the program area or activity category?
The activity category is Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 19.040.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline listed is August 4, 2025.
What is the maximum award amount?
The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $70,000.
What is the overall approach the Embassy wants projects to reflect?
The Embassy is looking for programming that reflects American scientific achievement and an entrepreneurial, problem-solving spirit, with participants practicing critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation.
Does the program require a focus on U.S. space accomplishments?
Yes. A core emphasis is to highlight U.S. leadership and accomplishments in space exploration and technology, and to increase participants' awareness and appreciation of U.S. advancements in the space sector.
Is the program limited to STEM education only?
The opportunity is strongly centered on STEM learning through space science and technology, and it also emphasizes youth leadership, teamwork, and innovation as key outcomes.
What kinds of learning experiences are considered a strong fit?
The description points to experiences that are interactive and project-based, such as workshops, competitions, trainings, and immersive activities that build practical skills and mirror how aerospace and technology teams work.
Is relationship-building with U.S. counterparts part of the goal?
Yes. In addition to teaching technical content, the program intends to create direct relationship-building opportunities and increase exposure to U.S. expertise, perspectives, and educational approaches.
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