This grant is for initiatives promoting educational and cultural engagement and fostering mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports projects designed to develop Iraq’s future leaders, build institutional capacity, and advance shared U.S. and Iraqi values. Eligible applicants include individuals, civil society, NGOs, cultural organizations, and academic institutions, with priority for Iraqi applicants. Grant awards generally do not exceed $100,000. Projects should address topics like empowering women and youth, environmental awareness, civic engagement, cultural ties, or media professionalism. Activities can include public outreach, training programs, seminars, or cultural events. This program excludes funding for individual research, study abroad, social welfare, political, religious, or commercial activities.
Opportunity ID: 225373
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Public Diplomacy Grants Program |
| 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: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraq’s future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| 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: | Mar 07, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 07, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraqs future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values. Proposals are accepted at any time; applicants may be individuals or representatives of civil society and non-governmental organizations, cultural organizations, or research and academic institutions. Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. Grant awards are subject to the availability of funds and generally will not exceed $100,000; most will be smaller. Requests for support for individual or group research projects or to help defray the costs of study abroad will not be considered. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: Empowering Women and Youth Encouraging Environmental Awareness Promoting Civic Engagement and Strengthening Civil Society Fostering Cultural Ties Enhancing Professionalism in the MediaApplications will be evaluated based on the proposed topic, clearly formulated goals, the target group, and the capacity of the individual or organization to carry out the proposed activity. Cost-sharing and the inclusion of alumni of U.S. Department of State exchange programs in developing and implementing grant activity are encouraged. Applications should explain clearly any other likely sources of funding for the project. Examples of program activity include, but are not limited to: Public outreach campaigns Training programs Seminars, workshops, or roundtable discussions Cultural activities related to film, music, or literature.Proposals that support social welfare projects, partisan or political party activity, religious activity, or trade or other commercial activity will not be considered. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 240 553 0581 ext 2962 Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| changed email address | Mar 07, 2013 | |
| Mar 07, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Public Diplomacy Grants Program |
| 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: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraq’s future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| 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: | Mar 07, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Mar 07, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2013 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraqs future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values. Proposals are accepted at any time; applicants may be individuals or representatives of civil society and non-governmental organizations, cultural organizations, or research and academic institutions. Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. Grant awards are subject to the availability of funds and generally will not exceed $100,000; most will be smaller. Requests for support for individual or group research projects or to help defray the costs of study abroad will not be considered. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: Empowering Women and Youth Encouraging Environmental Awareness Promoting Civic Engagement and Strengthening Civil Society Fostering Cultural Ties Enhancing Professionalism in the MediaApplications will be evaluated based on the proposed topic, clearly formulated goals, the target group, and the capacity of the individual or organization to carry out the proposed activity. Cost-sharing and the inclusion of alumni of U.S. Department of State exchange programs in developing and implementing grant activity are encouraged. Applications should explain clearly any other likely sources of funding for the project. Examples of program activity include, but are not limited to: Public outreach campaigns Training programs Seminars, workshops, or roundtable discussions Cultural activities related to film, music, or literature.Proposals that support social welfare projects, partisan or political party activity, religious activity, or trade or other commercial activity will not be considered. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 240 553 0581 ext 2962 Email:Baghdadpdgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2013-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Public Diplomacy Grants Program |
| 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: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraq’s future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| 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: | Mar 07, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2013 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Iraq |
| Description: | The Public Diplomacy Grants Program supports initiatives that promote educational and cultural engagement and foster mutual understanding between the United States and Iraq. Grants are awarded for projects designed to further the development of Iraqs future leaders, build the capacity of Iraqi institutions, and promote awareness and understanding of shared U.S. and Iraqi values.
Proposals are accepted at any time; applicants may be individuals or representatives of civil society and non-governmental organizations, cultural organizations, or research and academic institutions. Priority will be given to Iraqi applicants, although the program is open to U.S.-based not-for-profit organizations and institutions of higher education. Grant awards are subject to the availability of funds and generally will not exceed $100,000; most will be smaller. Requests for support for individual or group research projects or to help defray the costs of study abroad will not be considered. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: Applications will be evaluated based on the proposed topic, clearly formulated goals, the target group, and the capacity of the individual or organization to carry out the proposed activity. Cost-sharing and the inclusion of alumni of U.S. Department of State exchange programs in developing and implementing grant activity are encouraged. Applications should explain clearly any other likely sources of funding for the project. Examples of program activity include, but are not limited to: Proposals that support social welfare projects, partisan or political party activity, religious activity, or trade or other commercial activity will not be considered. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brian Shott
Cultural Affairs Officer Phone 1 240 553 0581 ext 2962 Email:shottba@state.gov |
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Folder 225373 Full Announcement-1 -> pd grants program.pdf
Folder 225373 Full Announcement-1 -> pd grants program application instructions.pdf
Folder 225373 Full Announcement-1 -> pd grants program application.pdf
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