The U.S. Embassy Maseru’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) invites proposals for programs aimed at strengthening cultural ties and promoting bilateral cooperation between the U.S. and the Kingdom of Lesotho. This grant supports initiatives that highlight shared values and foster a deeper understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. All proposed programs must incorporate an American cultural element or a connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions. Eligible activities include expanding U.S.-Lesotho exchange programs, enhancing government and civil society capabilities, youth development (e.g., community service, leadership, entrepreneurship), civic education, arts and cultural events, new media concepts, media training, and engaging with the American Corner & YALI Leadership Innovation Hub. Programs outside Maseru through the ‘American Corner on the Road’ series are also encouraged.
Opportunity ID: 337834
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | AF-MASFY22-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Maseru PAS Annual Program Statement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| 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: | Public Diplomacy |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 20 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 04, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 08, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Apr 08, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | May 08, 2022 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $45,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Applicants must be Basotho or currently residing in Lesotho. The programs must take place and be focused on Lesotho. The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from: • Civil-society organizations and local representatives of civil society • Non-governmental organizations • Academic institutions • Individuals |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Lesotho |
| Description: |
PAS Maseru invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and the Kingdom of Lesotho through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:
· Programs in the Districts outside Maseru as part of the “American Corner on the Road” series. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Diplomacy Grants Team
Grantor Phone 266 2231 2666 Email:GrantsMaseru@state.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 337834 Full Announcement-U.S. Embassy Maseru NOFO -> Lesotho – Annual Program Statement_FY22 Public Diplomacy Grants Program_Maseru (1).pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Public Diplomacy Grants Team Grantor Phone 266 2231 2666 Email: GrantsMaseru@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | AF-MASFY22-01 | AF-MASFY22-01 | PKG00271938 | Feb 04, 2022 | Apr 08, 2022 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
337834 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
337834 SF424A-1.0.pdf
337834 SF424B-1.1.pdf
337834 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
337834 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
337834 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
337834 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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