This grant, offered by the U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Kolkata, aims to develop and implement public diplomacy programs. Its core purpose is to encourage more Indian students from east and northeast India to pursue U.S. higher education opportunities. This objective will be met by promoting EducationUSA and engaging U.S. university alumni. Additionally, the grant seeks to strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and India through exchanges of information, experiences, and expertise. The initiative reflects the Consulate’s commitment to advancing educational opportunities and fostering enduring bilateral connections.
Opportunity ID: 293619
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | K-NOFO-17-102 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Universities Alumni: The East and Northeast India Connect Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | May 05, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 14, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 28, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 27, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $60,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to India |
| Description: | The U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Kolkata is soliciting proposals for a grant/cooperative agreement that meets the specifications stated in Section II from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy programs as specified by Section II below. Information about the Public Affairs Section can be found at: https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/ Background: The U.S. Consulate General strongly supports initiatives that promote education and higher education opportunities in the United States. The 2016 Open Doors Report indicated that around 166,000 Indian students are studying at U.S. colleges and universities, a 33 percent increase from the previous year. The students overall economic contribution to the U.S. is $5 billion in economic activity and supports around 66,000 American jobs. Program Goals: The goals of this funding opportunity are to:1. Encourage more Indian students to consider higher education opportunities in the United States by promoting EducationUSA and engaging U.S. university alumni in the east and northeast India region.2. Strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and India through exchanges of information, experiences and expertise. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Consulate General Kolkata |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata India Email:KolkataPASG@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Closing date extended. | Jul 14, 2017 | |
| Closing date extended. | Jul 14, 2017 | |
| Jul 01, 2017 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | K-NOFO-17-102 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Universities Alumni: The East and Northeast India Connect Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | May 05, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 14, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 28, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 27, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $60,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to India |
| Description: | The U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Kolkata is soliciting proposals for a grant/cooperative agreement that meets the specifications stated in Section II from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy programs as specified by Section II below. Information about the Public Affairs Section can be found at: https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/ Background: The U.S. Consulate General strongly supports initiatives that promote education and higher education opportunities in the United States. The 2016 Open Doors Report indicated that around 166,000 Indian students are studying at U.S. colleges and universities, a 33 percent increase from the previous year. The students overall economic contribution to the U.S. is $5 billion in economic activity and supports around 66,000 American jobs. Program Goals: The goals of this funding opportunity are to:1. Encourage more Indian students to consider higher education opportunities in the United States by promoting EducationUSA and engaging U.S. university alumni in the east and northeast India region.2. Strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and India through exchanges of information, experiences and expertise. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Consulate General Kolkata |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata India Email:KolkataPASG@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | K-NOFO-17-102 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Universities Alumni: The East and Northeast India Connect Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 14, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 01, 2017 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 14, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 13, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $60,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to India |
| Description: | The U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Kolkata is soliciting proposals for a grant/cooperative agreement that meets the specifications stated in Section II from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy programs as specified by Section II below. Information about the Public Affairs Section can be found at: https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/ Background: The U.S. Consulate General strongly supports initiatives that promote education and higher education opportunities in the United States. The 2016 Open Doors Report indicated that around 166,000 Indian students are studying at U.S. colleges and universities, a 33 percent increase from the previous year. The students overall economic contribution to the U.S. is $5 billion in economic activity and supports around 66,000 American jobs. Program Goals: The goals of this funding opportunity are to:1. Encourage more Indian students to consider higher education opportunities in the United States by promoting EducationUSA and engaging U.S. university alumni in the east and northeast India region.2. Strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and India through exchanges of information, experiences and expertise. |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Consulate General Kolkata |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata India Email:KolkataPASG@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | K-NOFO-17-102 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Universities Alumni: The East and Northeast India Connect Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Community Development Education |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 10 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 01, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 30, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 30, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $60,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to India |
| Description: | The U.S. Consulate General Public Affairs Section in Kolkata is soliciting proposals for a grant/cooperative agreement that meets the specifications stated in Section II from legally-recognized non-profit, non-governmental organizations that meet U.S. and Indian technical and legal requirements to develop and implement public diplomacy programs as specified by Section II below. Information about the Public Affairs Section can be found at: https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/
Background: The U.S. Consulate General strongly supports initiatives that promote education and higher education opportunities in the United States. The 2016 Open Doors Report indicated that around 166,000 Indian students are studying at U.S. colleges and universities, a 33 percent increase from the previous year. The students overall economic contribution to the U.S. is $5 billion in economic activity and supports around 66,000 American jobs. Program Goals: The goals of this funding opportunity are to: |
| Link to Additional Information: | U.S. Consulate General Kolkata |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Affairs Section
U.S. Consulate General Kolkata India Email:KolkataPASG@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 293619 Full Announcement-Application Package -> Copy of Template Grant Budget.pdf
Folder 293619 Full Announcement-Application Package -> K-NOFO-17-102-US Univ Alumni-extended.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Public Affairs Section U.S. Consulate General Kolkata India Email: KolkataPASG@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | K-NOFO-17-102 | U.S. Universities Alumni: The East and Northeast India Connect Program | PKG00232300 | May 05, 2017 | Jul 28, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
293619 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
293619 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
293619 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
293619 SF424A-1.0.pdf
293619 SF424B-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
293619 SFLLL_1_2-1.2.pdf
293619 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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