This grant, offered by the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau, PAS, is designed to enhance the relationship between the United States and Hong Kong, as well as the United States and Macau. It seeks proposals for cultural and exchange programs that emphasize shared values and foster bilateral cooperation. A core requirement for all initiatives is the inclusion of a significant U.S. component, such as collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions in relevant fields. The primary objective is to deepen the understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives among Hong Kong and Macau audiences, thereby building enduring partnerships. The program aims to bridge cultures and promote mutual understanding through collaborative efforts.
Opportunity ID: 356826
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HKG-NOFO-FY25-01 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau, PAS Annual Program Statement |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Arts Education Employment, Labor and Training Environment Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | – Programs that support STEAM-related activities. – Programs that promote American English language acquisition. – Programs that promote economic empowerment, with a priority for under-represented communities. – Programs that increase public awareness about the environment, sustainability, climate change, and conservation efforts. – Programs and exchanges that facilitate academic and cultural engagements that highlight and/or discuss American expertise, experience and values, and universal human rights. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 40 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | May 16, 2025 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | May 16, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Jun 15, 2025 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $300,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $50,000 |
| Award Floor: | $3,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Individuals Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; – Public and private educational institutions – Individuals; – Public international organizations and Governmental institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to China |
| Description: |
PAS Hong Kong and Macau invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Hong Kong and the United States and Macau through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. 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 and build partnerships. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Genevieve Siebengartner (CAO)
Email:HongKongGrants@state.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-B-Assurances for Non-Construction programs-instructions.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-Application for Federal Assistance-Organization.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-Application for Federal Assistance-Instructions.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-I-Application for Federal Assistance-individuals-instructions.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> NOFO – FY2025 Hong Kong Annual Program Statement.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-B Requirements.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424A-Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs-Instructions.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> Project Proposal.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424A-Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-B-Assurances for Non-Construction programs.pdf
Folder 356826 Other Supporting Documents-Other Supporting Documents -> SF-424-I-Application for Federal Assistance-individuals.pdf
Packages
There are no packages on this grant.