The U.S. Department of State is offering this grant to significantly enhance American Corners in Iraq. This grant is for the purpose of strengthening public diplomacy, cultural understanding, and educational outreach. American Corners are key platforms for Iraqi-American engagement, providing resources for English language learning, U.S. education advising, and cultural programs. The awardee will manage equipment, maintenance, staff capacity building, and logistical support for activities. The grant aims for each Corner to host 40-50 programs yearly, promoting dialogue and aligning with the strategic goals of the U.S. Mission in Iraq.
Opportunity ID: 294482
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2017-003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Support to American Corners in Iraq |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| 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 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 08, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 15, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 14, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $150,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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; |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | American Corners in Iraq also serve as a platform for Iraqis and Americans to engage with one another in-person or electronically. In addition to serving as a general resource center, each Corner should serve as a space for supporting public diplomacy programming, including but not limited to English-language teaching/learning, advising about educational opportunities in the United States, cultural programming and activities, providing information about the United States, and engaging Iraqi alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs. The awardee will provide equipment needed at each Corner, on-going maintenance and repairs to new and existing equipment, program planning and capacity building training to American Corners staff, and coordination and logistical support for program activities. Implementing partner should be ready to coordinate and ensure that each American Corner is hosting approximately one activity per week, thus a yearly plan for each American Corner should include at least 40-50 program activities. Besides supporting the above mentioned public diplomacy programming, activities at the American Corners will also address topics identified in consultation with the Public Affairs Sections at the embassy and consulates and in accordance with goals of the U.S. Mission in Iraq. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Badgdad Embassy website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Cultural affairs grants specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| To extend the closing date | Jul 24, 2017 | |
| To extend the Closing date | Jul 24, 2017 | |
| Jul 24, 2017 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2017-003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Support to American Corners in Iraq |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| 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 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 08, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 15, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Sep 14, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $150,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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; |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | American Corners in Iraq also serve as a platform for Iraqis and Americans to engage with one another in-person or electronically. In addition to serving as a general resource center, each Corner should serve as a space for supporting public diplomacy programming, including but not limited to English-language teaching/learning, advising about educational opportunities in the United States, cultural programming and activities, providing information about the United States, and engaging Iraqi alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs. The awardee will provide equipment needed at each Corner, on-going maintenance and repairs to new and existing equipment, program planning and capacity building training to American Corners staff, and coordination and logistical support for program activities. Implementing partner should be ready to coordinate and ensure that each American Corner is hosting approximately one activity per week, thus a yearly plan for each American Corner should include at least 40-50 program activities. Besides supporting the above mentioned public diplomacy programming, activities at the American Corners will also address topics identified in consultation with the Public Affairs Sections at the embassy and consulates and in accordance with goals of the U.S. Mission in Iraq. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Badgdad Embassy website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Cultural affairs grants specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2017-003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Support to American Corners in Iraq |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| 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: | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 15, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 14, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $150,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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; |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | American Corners in Iraq also serve as a platform for Iraqis and Americans to engage with one another in-person or electronically. In addition to serving as a general resource center, each Corner should serve as a space for supporting public diplomacy programming, including but not limited to English-language teaching/learning, advising about educational opportunities in the United States, cultural programming and activities, providing information about the United States, and engaging Iraqi alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs. The awardee will provide equipment needed at each Corner, on-going maintenance and repairs to new and existing equipment, program planning and capacity building training to American Corners staff, and coordination and logistical support for program activities. Implementing partner should be ready to coordinate and ensure that each American Corner is hosting approximately one activity per week, thus a yearly plan for each American Corner should include at least 40-50 program activities. Besides supporting the above mentioned public diplomacy programming, activities at the American Corners will also address topics identified in consultation with the Public Affairs Sections at the embassy and consulates and in accordance with goals of the U.S. Mission in Iraq. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Badgdad Embassy website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Cultural affairs grants specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2017-003 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Support to American Corners in Iraq |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| 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: | Jul 24, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 08, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 07, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $250,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $250,000 |
| Award Floor: | $150,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| 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; |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | American Corners in Iraq also serve as a platform for Iraqis and Americans to engage with one another in-person or electronically. In addition to serving as a general resource center, each Corner should serve as a space for supporting public diplomacy programming, including but not limited to English-language teaching/learning, advising about educational opportunities in the United States, cultural programming and activities, providing information about the United States, and engaging Iraqi alumni of U.S. Government exchange programs. The awardee will provide equipment needed at each Corner, on-going maintenance and repairs to new and existing equipment, program planning and capacity building training to American Corners staff, and coordination and logistical support for program activities. Implementing partner should be ready to coordinate and ensure that each American Corner is hosting approximately one activity per week, thus a yearly plan for each American Corner should include at least 40-50 program activities. Besides supporting the above mentioned public diplomacy programming, activities at the American Corners will also address topics identified in consultation with the Public Affairs Sections at the embassy and consulates and in accordance with goals of the U.S. Mission in Iraq. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Badgdad Embassy website |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Zahraa Alssenaid
Cultural affairs grants specialist Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 294482 Full Announcement-NOFO -> Blank Application_form (for organizations).pdf
Folder 294482 Full Announcement-NOFO -> NOFO – Support to American Corners in Iraq.pdf
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