Watch this short video for info about FOP’s award-winning initiatives and previous years’ grant recipients.
Friends of Paraguay (FoP) is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Its mission is to promote cross-cultural exchange and support Paraguayan social and economic development through a network of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and other individuals and organizations connected with Paraguay. In pursuit of this mission, FoP provides small grants for community projects in Paraguay.
Friends of Paraguay – Amigos del Paraguay (FoP) es una organización sin fines de lucro registrada 501(c)3 en los Estados Unidos (EE.UU). Su misión es promover el intercambio cultural y apoyar el desarrollo social y económico paraguayo a través de una red de ex-voluntarios del Cuerpo de Paz y otros individuos y organizaciones conectados con Paraguay. Para cumplir con esta misión, FOP provee pequeñas subvenciones para proyectos comunitarios, además de aquellos que apoyen iniciativas culturales paraguayos en los EE.UU.
Eligible applicants are community based organizations, registered non-profits, community committees in Paraguay or similar organizations that have projects that are in progress or are planned to be completed within the nation of Paraguay.
Applications are required, and FOP reserves the right to fund all or none of the submissions. Links (English and Spanish) to the application can be found on our website: friendsofparaguay.org/grants/
While we’re especially excited to collaborate with Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs), please note- all projects must be initiated and led by community members to ensure local ownership and sustainability. Note that FOP expects that this year’s cycle will be highly competitive and that very few grants will be awarded.
Application materials and full eligibility guidelines are available on our website in English and Spanish. Selected grantees will be required to sign an agreement with FOP and submit a final report upon project completion.
We’re proud to support grassroots initiatives that make a lasting impact across Paraguay—and we look forward to reviewing your proposals!