Understanding USAID Awards

This self-paced training series answers some of the most frequently asked questions about working with USAID. You will find practical tips and concrete examples on a variety of topics such as researching potential funding opportunities, creating a proposal or an application, and building a budget and monitoring and evaluation plan.

Before you begin exploring USAID funding opportunities, you must first understand the types of awards the Agency uses and how they work. Which type of award is the best fit for your organization? In this module, you will:

  • Learn about the types of awards and funding mechanisms used by USAID.
  • Review the phases of the award cycle.
  • Discover how USAID communicates with interested organizations about the status of a funding opportunity.

Module Resources:

Find the complete How to Work with USAID training series here.

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