Connecting Moroccan Youth with U.S. Space Science and Technology | OFOP0002098

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.

• 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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