Opportunity ID: 353433

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PD-003-FY2024
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Arts
Education
Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Category Explanation: Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Apr 05, 2024
Last Updated Date: Apr 16, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jun 14, 2024
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 15, 2024
Archive Date: Jul 14, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $35,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Registered not-for-profit organizations· Non- governmental organizations with programming experience· Individuals (Note: We cannot accept applications from individuals who are representing an organization to circumvent the fact their organization is not a legally registered entity.)· Educational institutionsNote: For-profit entities, commercial entities, foreign governments, and international organizations are not eligible for PD funding.For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Costa Rica
Description:

The U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to implement cultural or educational programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Costa Rica. A SOI should include cultural, exchange, and outreach activities that promote shared values and people-to-people ties between the United States and Costa Rica. The thematic areas for the projects must be aligned with Public Diplomacy priorities and the strategic goals of U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica detailed below.

The submission of the Statement of Interest (SOI) is the first of a two-step process for successful proposals. Applicants must submit a concise one to two-page Statement of Interest that clearly communicates program ideas, objectives, target audiences, and a general budget overview. Applicants should not submit a detailed, full proposal at this stage. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for evaluation prior to requiring the submission of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before a final funding decision is made.

Priority Program Areas:

· Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

GABRIELA M OTAROLA

Grantor
Email:PAgrantapplications@state.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
6/15 is the close date Apr 16, 2024
Apr 05, 2024

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PD-003-FY2024
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Arts
Education
Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Category Explanation: Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: Apr 05, 2024
Last Updated Date: Apr 16, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jun 14, 2024
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 15, 2024
Archive Date: Jul 14, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $35,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility: Registered not-for-profit organizations· Non- governmental organizations with programming experience· Individuals (Note: We cannot accept applications from individuals who are representing an organization to circumvent the fact their organization is not a legally registered entity.)· Educational institutionsNote: For-profit entities, commercial entities, foreign governments, and international organizations are not eligible for PD funding.For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Costa Rica
Description:

The U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to implement cultural or educational programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Costa Rica. A SOI should include cultural, exchange, and outreach activities that promote shared values and people-to-people ties between the United States and Costa Rica. The thematic areas for the projects must be aligned with Public Diplomacy priorities and the strategic goals of U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica detailed below.

The submission of the Statement of Interest (SOI) is the first of a two-step process for successful proposals. Applicants must submit a concise one to two-page Statement of Interest that clearly communicates program ideas, objectives, target audiences, and a general budget overview. Applicants should not submit a detailed, full proposal at this stage. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for evaluation prior to requiring the submission of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before a final funding decision is made.

Priority Program Areas:

· Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

GABRIELA M OTAROLA

Grantor
Email:PAgrantapplications@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PD-003-FY2024
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Mandatory
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Arts
Education
Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification)
Category Explanation: Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Expected Number of Awards: 2
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: Apr 05, 2024
Last Updated Date: Apr 05, 2024
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 14, 2024
Archive Date: Jul 14, 2024
Estimated Total Program Funding: $50,000
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $35,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Individuals
Additional Information on Eligibility: Registered not-for-profit organizations· Non- governmental organizations with programming experience· Individuals (Note: We cannot accept applications from individuals who are representing an organization to circumvent the fact their organization is not a legally registered entity.)· Educational institutionsNote: For-profit entities, commercial entities, foreign governments, and international organizations are not eligible for PD funding.For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Costa Rica
Description:

The U.S. Embassy San Jose Public Diplomacy (PD) Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to implement cultural or educational programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Costa Rica. A SOI should include cultural, exchange, and outreach activities that promote shared values and people-to-people ties between the United States and Costa Rica. The thematic areas for the projects must be aligned with Public Diplomacy priorities and the strategic goals of U.S. Embassy in Costa Rica detailed below.

The submission of the Statement of Interest (SOI) is the first of a two-step process for successful proposals. Applicants must submit a concise one to two-page Statement of Interest that clearly communicates program ideas, objectives, target audiences, and a general budget overview. Applicants should not submit a detailed, full proposal at this stage. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for evaluation prior to requiring the submission of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before a final funding decision is made.

Priority Program Areas:

· Programs that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility including but not limited to: skills building programming, awareness-building, cultural

programming, sports, countering gender-based violence, or educational opportunities.

· Programs that promote shared Unites States and Costa Rican values through English language learning, the arts, music, sports, entrepreneurship, STEAM education, and university preparation skills.

· Activities that foster long-term student and academic collaboration between U.S. and Costa Rican universities, technical schools, and community colleges, particularly in the fields of STEAM, semi-conductor workforce development, and English language teaching.

· Activities that increase media literacy and/or combat the spread of disinformation.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

GABRIELA M OTAROLA

Grantor
Email:PAgrantapplications@state.gov

Folder 353433 Other Supporting Documents-APS DOCUMENT -> 2024 USEmbassyAPSNOFO.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: GABRIELA M OTAROLA
Grantor
Email: PAgrantapplications@state.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
19.040 PKG00285888 Jun 14, 2024 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

353433 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

353433 SF424A-1.0.pdf

353433 SF424B-1.1.pdf

353433 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

353433 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

Optional forms

353433 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

353433 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf

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