Opportunity ID: 114273
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 12, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 20, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 03, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 03, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The closing date was changed to September 3, 2012. | Jun 20, 2012 | |
| The closing date was changed to September 1, 2012. | Jun 20, 2012 | |
| Closing date changed to September 1, 2012. | Jun 20, 2012 | |
| Jun 20, 2012 | ||
| Apr 02, 2012 | ||
| Mar 29, 2012 | ||
| Updated grants program announcement posted on January 23. 2012. | Jan 23, 2012 | |
| Jan 23, 2012 | ||
| Oct 14, 2011 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 9
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 12, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 20, 2012 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 03, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 03, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 8 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 20, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 01, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 20, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 20, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 02, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 14, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 29, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: * foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women’s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; * encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; * support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; * and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms.2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: * support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; * support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; * provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; * and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience.3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: * develop and support credible local broadcast content; * counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; * present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; * support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; * provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities:
1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: 3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brent Beemer, Cultural Affairs Officer
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jan 23, 2012 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
– Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. – Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity. Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities:
1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: 3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brent Beemer, Cultural Affairs Officer
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS 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: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties. 3. Increase community engagement. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.501 — Public Diplomacy Programs for Afghanistan and Pakistan |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Oct 14, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 01, 2012 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $500,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The U.S. Embassy Islamabad Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Pakistani:
� Registered not-for-profit civil society/non-governmental organizations with at least three years of programming experience. � Educational Institutions. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs |
| Description: | Funding is available for projects that increase the scope, capacity, and participation of civil society in building up the media and communications sectors in Pakistan, that support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders capable of increasing community engagement, and that support civil society and boost institutional capacity.
Grant proposals should aim to create or extend the community of reform-minded individuals and groups and should meet one or more of the following U.S. embassy public affairs priorities: 1. Expanding Media Outreach, by funding programs that: foster expanded outreach capabilities of Pakistani government institutions and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), women�s groups, and professional associations at the grassroots level; encourage use of new media and social networking to reach a wider audience, including new leaders in all fields; support radio programming in local languages at the provincial and district level; and sponsor traditional media training programs as well as instruction in blogging and other social networking mechanisms. 2. Strengthening People-to-People Ties, by funding programs that: support the Pakistani educational system; support civil society, and empower organizations and individuals that promote a robust civil society; support the promotion of local cultural heritage, traditional and modern art forms, and other forms of creative expression; provide exchange opportunities and expose a greater number of Pakistanis to different perspectives through regional and international exchanges; and foster English language proficiency by providing English language programs and resources to reach a wider audience. 3. Increase community engagement by funding programs which: develop and support credible local broadcast content; counter insurgency falsehoods, messaging, and propaganda; promote national unity; present accurate information on U.S.-Pakistan cooperation; support and develop Pakistani voices and new leaders; provide educational and recreational opportunities for Pakistani youth. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Brent Beemer, Cultural Affairs Officer
Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email:USINFOISB@state.gov |
Related Documents
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Nathan Edgerton, Grants Manager Public Affairs Section U.S. Embassy Islamabad Email: USINFOISB@state.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19.501 | SCAPPD-11-GRP-300-SCA-070111 | U.S. Embassy Islamabad PAS Grants Program | PKG00071730 | Jul 01, 2011 | Sep 03, 2012 | View |
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