Opportunity ID: 314194
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 20 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only:
Individuals:
Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs: – American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
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| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management TokyoPASGrants@state.gov *Applications should also be sent to this E-mail address. Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| The E-mail address that applications should be sent to has also been corrected in the full notice. | Jun 25, 2019 | |
| Editing Grantor Contact. | Mar 24, 2019 | |
| Mar 24, 2019 | ||
| Mar 24, 2019 | ||
| Mar 24, 2019 | ||
| Mar 24, 2019 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 20
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 20 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only:
Individuals:
Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs: – American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management TokyoPASGrants@state.gov *Applications should also be sent to this E-mail address. Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 19
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 19 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 13, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only:
Individuals:
Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs: – American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 18
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 18 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 13, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only:
Individuals:
Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs: – American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management Phone 81-3-3224-5000 Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 17
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 17 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 13, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only: Individuals: Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs:
– American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management Phone 81-3-3224-5000 Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 16
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 16 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 13, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only: Individuals: Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs:
– American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
Grants Management Phone 81-3-3224-5000 Email:tokyopasgrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 15
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-TOKYO-FY19-02 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. Government Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building in Japan |
| 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: | U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP / REGIONAL SECURITY / ECONOMIC GROWTH / SOCIAL ISSUES / ENGLISH TEACHING / EDUCATION / ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.040 — Public Diplomacy Programs |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 15 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2019 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 10, 2019 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 31, 2019 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 30, 2019 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $20,000 |
| Award Floor: | $1,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Individuals Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Please see Additional Information. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Japan |
| Description: |
Program Description: U.S. Embassy Tokyo is pleased to announce that funding is available for any eligible Japanese citizen alumnus/a of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program to propose projects that build on their exchange experiences. In order to promote collaboration and alumni network-building, projects should be submitted by teams of at least two alumni, with the “team lead” being a Japanese citizen alumnus or alumna. Project activities should take place in Japan, and should multiply the effects of participants’ exchange experience by positively impacting communities in Japan. All projects should respond to specific themes determined by U.S. Embassy Tokyo PAS, as specified below. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo invites Statement of Interest (SOI) for projects that advance U.S. foreign policy by means of robust alumni programs. U.S. Embassy Tokyo engages Japanese alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to develop the leadership capacity and networks necessary to pursue and protect American interests abroad, in particular in Japan. Through the FY2019 U.S.Exchange Alumni Network and Capacity Building Program, U.S. Embassy Tokyo aims to: 1. Strengthen U.S. Department of State ties to Japanese citizen alumni by offering benefits which allow them to expand upon their exchange experiences and use the skills they developed abroad to address shared global challenges. 2. Provide Japanese alumni with information, resources, and networks that will allow them to leverage skills and experiences gained through their exchanges to prosper in a globalized world and marketplace. 3. Support alumni-driven initiatives that address international issues of common concern and promote mutual understanding between the United States and Japan. 4. Reinforce existing alumni program identities and build a sense of common identity among past participants of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. All programs must include an American element, such as a 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, or discussions by Japanese speakers regarding their experience in the United States. I. U.S. – JAPAN BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP II. REGIONAL SECURITY III. ECONOMIC GROWTH IV. SOCIAL ISSUES V. ENGLISH TEACHING VI. EDUCATION VII. ALUMNI NETWORK DEVELOPMENT Eligible Alumni Applicants: U.S. Embassy Tokyo encourages alumni applications from Japan only: Individuals: Japanese citizens who participated in following U.S. Government-sponsored exchange programs:
– American Council of Young Political Leaders (ACYPL) – Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience Alumni teams must have a minimum of two [2] alumni members (including the team leader) who are former participants in a U.S. Government-sponsored exchange program (Please see lists above)
|
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Tokyo PAS
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