The U.S. Embassy is offering a grant for the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program, aiming to connect Iraqi academics and commentators with their U.S. counterparts. The program includes a ten-day exchange to meet with American think tanks, government officials, and media organizations. Topics cover think tank roles, U.S.-Iraq relations post-ISIS, investment opportunities, anti-corruption efforts, and federal-regional relations in Iraq. The grant amount is up to $100,000, with proposals due by April 30, 2018. This opportunity seeks to foster collaboration and understanding between Iraqi and American think tanks and promote bilateral relations.
Opportunity ID: 300722
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2018-005 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 15, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 02, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive;• Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs;• Have the capacity to operate in Iraq and have active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq needed to support the program. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Mission in Iraq announces an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a grant to implement the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program. The Public Affairs (PA) Section seeks to connect an influential group of Iraqi think tank representatives with their counterparts in the United States. This program would send ten (10) academics and Iraqi media commentators, selected by Embassy PA staff, to the United States for a ten (10) day exchange program to meet with representatives of American think tanks, U.S. government representatives, and international and media organizations. Topics to be covered include the role of think tanks and policy research institutions in U.S. society, the collaboration of think tanks with educational institutions, NGOs, and government branches, U.S.-Iraq bilateral relations in the post-ISIS era, the continued International Coalition role in Iraq post-ISIS, investment opportunities in Iraq for American companies, Iraqi Prime Minister Abadi’s anti-corruption and national reconciliation efforts, and relations between the Iraqi federal government in Baghdad and the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one Grant up to $100,000 to carry out the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | US Embassy Grants website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Grants Specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| To extend the closing date | Apr 02, 2018 | |
| Apr 02, 2018 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2018-005 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 15, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 02, 2018 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2018 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | May 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive;• Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs;• Have the capacity to operate in Iraq and have active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq needed to support the program. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Mission in Iraq announces an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a grant to implement the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program. The Public Affairs (PA) Section seeks to connect an influential group of Iraqi think tank representatives with their counterparts in the United States. This program would send ten (10) academics and Iraqi media commentators, selected by Embassy PA staff, to the United States for a ten (10) day exchange program to meet with representatives of American think tanks, U.S. government representatives, and international and media organizations. Topics to be covered include the role of think tanks and policy research institutions in U.S. society, the collaboration of think tanks with educational institutions, NGOs, and government branches, U.S.-Iraq bilateral relations in the post-ISIS era, the continued International Coalition role in Iraq post-ISIS, investment opportunities in Iraq for American companies, Iraqi Prime Minister Abadi’s anti-corruption and national reconciliation efforts, and relations between the Iraqi federal government in Baghdad and the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one Grant up to $100,000 to carry out the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | US Embassy Grants website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Grants Specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2018-005 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.021 — Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 02, 2018 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 31, 2018 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 30, 2018 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $100,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $100,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | • Be a U.S. non-profit organization meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c) (3); an internationally based non-profit organization; an academic institution; or other institution for which profit is not a primary motive; • Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs; • Have the capacity to operate in Iraq and have active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq needed to support the program. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The U.S. Mission in Iraq announces an open competition for eligible organizations to submit proposals for a grant to implement the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators program. The Public Affairs (PA) Section seeks to connect an influential group of Iraqi think tank representatives with their counterparts in the United States. This program would send ten (10) academics and Iraqi media commentators, selected by Embassy PA staff, to the United States for a ten (10) day exchange program to meet with representatives of American think tanks, U.S. government representatives, and international and media organizations. Topics to be covered include the role of think tanks and policy research institutions in U.S. society, the collaboration of think tanks with educational institutions, NGOs, and government branches, U.S.-Iraq bilateral relations in the post-ISIS era, the continued International Coalition role in Iraq post-ISIS, investment opportunities in Iraq for American companies, Iraqi Prime Minister Abadi’s anti-corruption and national reconciliation efforts, and relations between the Iraqi federal government in Baghdad and the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government. Subject to the availability of funds, the Embassy expects to award one Grant up to $100,000 to carry out the U.S.-Iraqi Think Tank Linkage Program. |
| Link to Additional Information: | US Embassy Grants website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Grants Specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 300722 Full Announcement-Notice Of Funding Opportunity -> DOS-Baghdad-PD-2018-005 – Think Tank Exchange Program for Iraqi Academics and Commentators.pdf
Folder 300722 Other Supporting Documents-Application Form -> Blank Application_form (for organizations).pdf
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