Opportunity ID: 358347

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PDS-FI-FY25-01
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
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: 5
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 7
Posted Date: Jan 21, 2025
Last Updated Date: Feb 11, 2025
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 28, 2025
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 28, 2025
Archive Date: Jun 30, 2025
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling: $20,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Independent school districts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
County governments
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
City or township governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Private institutions of higher education
Individuals
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Finland
Description:

Priority Program Areas:

 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at the U.S. embassy in Helsinki, Finland, invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation, highlight shared values, and focus specifically on the following priority areas:  

• Promoting economic prosperity and entrepreneurship, especially the facilitation of technology and innovation cooperation 

• Addressing global security challenges and increasing understanding of Finland’s integration into NATO, including programs in support of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives 

• Promoting youth, academic, and professional exchange programs 

• Promoting Arctic and High North collaboration 

The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: 

• Programs relating to partisan political activities 

• Charitable or development activities 

• Construction programs 

• Fund-raising campaigns 

• Lobbying for specific legislation 

• Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization 

• Programs intended for an individual’s personal enrichment or career development (including studies, study trips, conference participation or travel) 

• Programs implemented by an individual applicant with the intention of distributing funds to other implementors or participants 

• Programs which audiences’ age is below upper secondary/high school 

• Artist residencies 

• For-profit entities

• None of the funds awarded resulting from this Notice of Funding Opportunity may be made available for subawards, direct financial support, or otherwise used to provide any payment or transfer to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). 

The Notice of Funding Opportunity has been updated February 11 with the following:

Certification Regarding Compliance with applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws

None of the funds awarded under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) may be used for any initiatives or programs, or any activities that do not comply with Executive Order 14173 titled Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

By signing the SF-424 or SF-424I Application for Federal Assistance, the Applicant certifies the following:

1) Its compliance in all respects with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws is material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of section 3729(b)(4) of title 31, United States Code and;

2) It does not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws.

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

If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Email:HelsinkiGrants@state.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
February 11 compliance update to Executive Order 14173. Feb 11, 2025
Jan 21, 2025

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PDS-FI-FY25-01
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
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: 5
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 7
Posted Date: Jan 21, 2025
Last Updated Date: Feb 11, 2025
Original Closing Date for Applications: Mar 28, 2025
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 28, 2025
Archive Date: Jun 30, 2025
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling: $20,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Independent school districts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
State governments
County governments
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
City or township governments
Special district governments
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Private institutions of higher education
Individuals
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Finland
Description:

Priority Program Areas:

 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at the U.S. embassy in Helsinki, Finland, invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation, highlight shared values, and focus specifically on the following priority areas:  

• Promoting economic prosperity and entrepreneurship, especially the facilitation of technology and innovation cooperation 

• Addressing global security challenges and increasing understanding of Finland’s integration into NATO, including programs in support of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives 

• Promoting youth, academic, and professional exchange programs 

• Promoting Arctic and High North collaboration 

The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: 

• Programs relating to partisan political activities 

• Charitable or development activities 

• Construction programs 

• Fund-raising campaigns 

• Lobbying for specific legislation 

• Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization 

• Programs intended for an individual’s personal enrichment or career development (including studies, study trips, conference participation or travel) 

• Programs implemented by an individual applicant with the intention of distributing funds to other implementors or participants 

• Programs which audiences’ age is below upper secondary/high school 

• Artist residencies 

• For-profit entities

• None of the funds awarded resulting from this Notice of Funding Opportunity may be made available for subawards, direct financial support, or otherwise used to provide any payment or transfer to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). 

The Notice of Funding Opportunity has been updated February 11 with the following:

Certification Regarding Compliance with applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws

None of the funds awarded under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) may be used for any initiatives or programs, or any activities that do not comply with Executive Order 14173 titled Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.

By signing the SF-424 or SF-424I Application for Federal Assistance, the Applicant certifies the following:

1) Its compliance in all respects with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws is material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of section 3729(b)(4) of title 31, United States Code and;

2) It does not operate any programs promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws.

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

If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Email:HelsinkiGrants@state.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: PDS-FI-FY25-01
Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative Agreement
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: 5
Assistance Listings: 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: No
Version: Synopsis 6
Posted Date: Jan 21, 2025
Last Updated Date: Jan 21, 2025
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Mar 28, 2025
Archive Date: Jun 30, 2025
Estimated Total Program Funding:
Award Ceiling: $20,000
Award Floor: $5,000

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Private institutions of higher education
State governments
Special district governments
City or township governments
Independent school districts
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
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
County governments
Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Individuals
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Information on Eligibility:

Additional Information

Agency Name: U.S. Mission to Finland
Description:

Priority Program Areas:

 The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at the U.S. embassy in Helsinki, Finland, invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation, highlight shared values, and focus specifically on the following priority areas:  

• Promoting economic prosperity and entrepreneurship, especially the facilitation of technology and innovation cooperation 

• Addressing global security challenges and increasing understanding of Finland’s integration into NATO, including programs in support of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives 

• Promoting youth, academic, and professional exchange programs 

• Promoting Arctic and High North collaboration 

The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: 

• Programs relating to partisan political activities 

• Charitable or development activities 

• Construction programs 

• Fund-raising campaigns 

• Lobbying for specific legislation 

• Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization 

• Programs intended for an individual’s personal enrichment or career development (including studies, study trips, conference participation or travel) 

• Programs implemented by an individual applicant with the intention of distributing funds to other implementors or participants 

• Programs which audiences’ age is below upper secondary/high school 

• Artist residencies 

• For-profit entities

• None of the funds awarded resulting from this Notice of Funding Opportunity may be made available for subawards, direct financial support, or otherwise used to provide any payment or transfer to United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). 

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

If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Email:HelsinkiGrants@state.gov

Folder 358347 Revised Full Announcement-PDS-FI-FY25-01 Update Feb11 -> PDS-FI-FY25-01 Update February 11.pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Email: HelsinkiGrants@state.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
19.040 PKG00290261 Jan 21, 2025 Mar 28, 2025 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

358347 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

358347 SF424A-1.0.pdf

358347 SF424B-1.1.pdf

358347 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

358347 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

Optional forms

358347 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

358347 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf

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