Will questions be answered about the guidelines in this handbook?

Because USAID is the source of funds under the Aqaba Community and Economic Development Program grants program, there are strict requirements attached to the solicitation and management of these funds. Every effort will be made by the Aqaba Community and Economic Development Program to ensure that prospective grant applicants and beneficiaries fully understand the requirements included in this Handbook. Prior to the submission of applications, a Grant Solicitation Workshop may be held to discuss the grants program and to answer questions about grant applications and grants management. In addition, following the award of any large grants, a Beneficiary Orientation Workshop will be organized to provide new Beneficiaries with training of the management of USAID-funded grants. Also, the Aqaba Community and Economic Development Program accountant will support the grantee’s accountant as needed to ensure all documentation is clear and provided. In addition, the staff of Aqaba Community and Economic Development Program is available during regular business hours, and at other times by appointment, to answer any questions of an administrative or programmatic nature that may come up. Aqaba Community and Economic Development Program is committed to work with each Beneficiary to ensure the success of the Program.