The U.S. Embassy in Uganda’s Ambassador’s Special Self-Help (SSH) Program aims to support small-scale, community-based initiatives that promote self-reliance, foster development, widen civic engagement, protect and promote human rights, and have an immediate, dramatic effect on local communities. This reflects the U.S. government’s commitment to helping Ugandans help themselves.
The 2024 SSH Notification of Funding Opportunity invites registered organizations to apply for funding to support projects that align with the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Program's goals. Specifically, the program is interested in projects that create or improve communal spaces, focus on vulnerable populations, promote gender equity, encourage civic participation, and address the negative impacts of climate change. As the program celebrates its 60th year, it continues to look for initiatives that are community-driven, demonstrate a clear need, propose feasible solutions considering the socio-economic context, and have already engaged with communities. The application process requires detailed documentation, and organizations are encouraged to use the official application form or ensure that their proposals cover all necessary information outlined in the SSH application requirements.