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USAID Ukraine, through its Regional Contracting Office in Kyiv, announced a competitive grant opportunity called the Ukraine National Identity Through Youth (UNITY) Activity under Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) number 72012120RFA00001. Issued on February 14, 2020, the solicitation set a deadline for applicant questions of March 2, 2020 (by 1600 Kyiv local time) and a full application deadline of April 6, 2020 (by 1600 Kyiv local time). The award was structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning USAID expected to remain substantially involved in the activity during implementation, rather than simply providing funds and stepping back.

The central aim of UNITY was to strengthen young Ukrainians sense of ownership in the country s democratic and European-oriented future. In practice, the program was framed around youth leadership and the idea that national identity is not only about history or symbols, but also about shared civic values and everyday participation in building the country. USAID described the intended identity foundation as values-based and rooted in innovation, engagement, and pluralism, signaling an emphasis on forward-looking civic identity, active citizenship, and acceptance of diverse communities as part of modern Ukraine.

UNITY was organized around four interconnected objectives. First, it sought to expand economic opportunities for youth by promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, and career preparedness, which could include efforts that help young people build market-relevant skills, connect to employers, develop startups, or participate in innovation ecosystems. Second, it aimed to increase youth engagement in civic and community problem-solving, emphasizing practical participation in local issues and civic life rather than passive awareness. Third, it targeted pluralism and respect for diversity, positioning youth as drivers of social cohesion and inclusion across different regions, backgrounds, and identities. Fourth, it prioritized research and learning, with the explicit purpose of improving the evidence base on youth-related data, trends, and what works, so that youth policy and programming in Ukraine could be better informed and more effective over time.

In terms of eligibility, the opportunity was broadly open: USAID invited applications from qualified U.S. and non-U.S. organizations, including non-profit and for-profit non-governmental organizations and other qualified non-U.S. government entities. The funding opportunity was categorized as discretionary, with the assistance listing tied to CFDA number 98.001. USAID anticipated making one award, with a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of up to USD 38,000,000, indicating a large, national-scale activity designed to coordinate or catalyze multiple streams of youth programming under one umbrella.

Overall, the UNITY Activity was designed as a major youth-centered initiative linking economic participation, civic engagement, inclusion, and evidence-driven policy support into a single program logic. The solicitation positioned young people not just as beneficiaries, but as active agents shaping a modern Ukrainian national identity aligned with democratic values and a European future.

  • The Agency for International Development, Ukraine USAID-Kiev in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Ukraine National Identity Through Youth (UNITY) Activity" and is now available to receive applicants.
  • Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 98.001.
  • This funding opportunity was created on Feb 14, 2020.
  • Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 06, 2020 Full Application Closing April 6, 2020 by 1600 Kyiv Local Time. (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 $38,000,000.00 in funding.
  • The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
  • Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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