The U.S. Embassy Beirut, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is offering its Public Diplomacy Grants Program, inviting proposals for projects that align with specified thematic priorities. This annual program aims to enhance understanding of U.S. values, policies, and perspectives among Lebanese audiences. A core requirement for all proposals is the inclusion of an American cultural element or a substantive connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions. Projects should creatively foster engagement and dialogue. Furthermore, the PDS strongly encourages applicants to integrate diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) components into their initiatives, promoting broad participation and impact. This grant is specifically for initiatives that build bridges and foster cultural exchange.
Opportunity ID: 345720
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | LBN-PDS-2023-APS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon PDS 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: | 8 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 01, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 01, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 20, 2023 Final deadline for applications is 16:30 Beirut Local Time (GMT +2). |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jun 20, 2023 Final deadline for applications is 16:30 Beirut Local Time (GMT +2). |
| Archive Date: | Jul 20, 2023 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $450,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $450,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Private institutions of higher education Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Lebanon |
| Description: |
The U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon’s Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to invite proposals for its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This Annual Program Statement outlines thematic priorities and the procedure to submit funding requests. Please carefully follow all instructions below. PDS Beirut invites proposals for projects that address one or more of the thematic priorities listed below. All projects must include an American cultural element or a connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. values, policies, and/or perspectives. Proposals with diversity, equity, inclusion, and/or accessibility components are highly encouraged. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Public Diplomacy Section
U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon Email:PDBeirutGrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
Related Documents
Folder 345720 Full Announcement-Annual Program Statement -> PDS Beirut – Annual Program Statement.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> SF424 V4.0.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> Sample Budget & Narrative Template.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> SF424 Individual V2.0.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> Monitoring and Evaluation Plan – SAMPLE.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> SF424A V1.0.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> SFLLL V2.0.pdf
Folder 345720 Other Supporting Documents-Templates & Samples -> SF424B V1.1.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Public Diplomacy Section U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon Email: PDBeirutGrants@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.040 | LBN-PDS-2023-APS | U.S. Embassy Beirut, Lebanon PDS Annual Program Statement | PKG00279609 | Feb 01, 2023 | Jun 20, 2023 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
345720 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
345720 SF424A-1.0.pdf
345720 SF424B-1.1.pdf
345720 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
345720 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
Optional forms
345720 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
345720 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
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