Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - International Development

The U.S. Mission Sweden Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Deadline for Applications: Applications for this Notice of Funding Opportunity will be reviewed on a rolling-basis with the following schedule: December 31, 2023: results to be advised the last week of January 2024 (estimated); March 31, 2024: results to be advised last week of April 2024 (estimated); June 30, 2024: results to be advised last week of August 2024 (estimated) Priority Program Areas in Sweden: SECURITY Programs that support or promote regional issues such as, but not limited to: regional security, cybersecurity, combatting trans-national crime, responding to global health crises, combatting malign influence, multilateral cooperation, enhancing stability in the region, and a rules-based order. SUSTAINABILITY Programs that support or promote sustainable economic ties and regional environmental issues such as, but not limited to: climate change mitigation, food security, biodiversity sustainability, blue/green technology, youth engagement, entrepreneurship and innovation, and cooperation on Arctic issues, including engaging indigenous communities. INCLUSION Programs that support inclusion, understanding, and integration such as, but not limited to: promoting diversity, equality, inclusion and accessibility, supporting underrepresented communities, promoting human rights, promoting mutual understanding across communities, supporting shared democratic values, and combatting mis- and disinformation. UNDERSTANDING Programs that deepen connections between the United States and Swedish communities such as, but not limited to; expanding understanding of U.S. policies, culture, and values to Swedish and regional audiences, supporting or promoting cross-cultural ties, and education and exchange opportunities. All programs must include a link to the United States and/or an element that builds understanding of the United States including, but not limited to U.S. policy, people, culture and/or perspectives. Examples of PDS Grants Program projects include, but are not limited to: Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs; Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions; or Professional and academic exchanges and projects. The Embassy encourages the submission of unique and creative proposals from a wide variety of sources. Applicants may be not-for-profit organizations/associations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; educational institutions; individuals; and foreign public entities. For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply. HOW TO APPLY: To apply for a grant, please fill out and e-mail us the SF-424 application form for individuals or organizations as well as theGrant Request Document(PDF 81 KB) and theU.S. Embassy Grant Budget Document(PDF 75 KB). Please note that in some cases you might get an error message when you try to open these PDF forms through your web browser. To access the PDF, right click on the link and save the document to your computer, then click Enable all features. This should then give you the option to open the document in Adobe reader. Application Forms SF-424A for individuals(PDF 162 KB) SF-424A for organizations(PDF 92.3 KB) SF-424BAssurances(PDF 64.2 KB) andInstructions(PDF 135 KB) SF-424ABudget Information(PDF 131 KB) Submission Criteria All applications must be submitted electronically [email protected] the deadline. All proposals must be complete and submitted in English. All applications must have a detailed budget. Budget amounts should be in USD. Applicants must confirm their nonprofit status. Evaluation Criteria (for more detailed information see the application review information section below): Preference will be given to institutions and individuals with a proven track record of executing superior events, workshops, and programs. Applications should have a U.S. component. Projects which incorporate one of our priority areas are often considered stronger. Please note that Embassy grants CANNOT be used to: fund religious or partisan political activity; fundraising campaigns; charitable activities; humanitarian aid; commercial projects; individual academic research; construction projects; projects whose primary aim is the institutional development and operational costs of the organization; lobbying for specific legislation or projects; scientific research; and projects seeking funds for personal use. The Embassy also cannot give grants to commercial firms/ for-profit firms. No entity listed on the Excluded Parties List System in the System for Award Management (SAM) is eligible for any assistance or can participate in any activities under an award in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFR1989 Comp., p. 235), Debarment and Suspension. If an organizations Statement of Interest (SOI) / application proposal is approved, a valid Unique Entity Identified (UEI) number, formerly referred to as a DUNS (Data Universal Numbering System) number, and an active SAM.gov registration will need to be obtained before an organization is able to receive final grant approval and funding. Individuals are not required to have a UEI (DUNS) number or be registered inSAM.gov. Multiple requests from the same applicant will be considered. Applicants should be aware that the total amount granted to any one organization will be considered when additional applications are considered. Cost sharing is not required although encouraged. Applications may be submitted for consideration at any time before the closing date of June 30, 2024. No applications will be accepted after that date. FEDERAL AWARD ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION Federal Award Information This notice is subject to availability of funding. Length of performance period: Up to 24 months Number of awards anticipated: Number of awards issued will be dependent on requested amounts for funding Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $500.00 to a maximum of $75,000.00 (estimated) Total available funding: $200,000 (subject to availability) Type of Funding: Fiscal Year 2024 Public Diplomacy Funding Anticipated project start date: From January 1, 2024 Funding Instrument Type: Grants, Fixed Amount Awards, Awards to Individuals or Cooperative agreement. Cooperative agreements are different from federal awards in which PDS staff are more actively involved in the grant implementation. Project Performance Period: Proposed projects should be completed in 2 years or less. PDS will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. Authorizing legislation, type and year of funding: Funding authority rests in the Smith-Mundt act. The source of funding is FY2024 Public Diplomacy Funding. Application Review Information Each application will be evaluated and rated on the basis of the evaluation criteria outlined below. The criteria listed are closely related and are considered as a whole in judging the overall quality of an application. Organizational capacity and record on previous grants: The organization has expertise in its stated field and PDS is confident of its ability to undertake the project. This includes a financial management system and a bank account. Quality and Feasibility of the Program Idea The program idea is well developed, with detail about how project activities will be carried out. The SOI includes a reasonable implementation timeline. Goals and objectives: Goals and objectives are clearly stated and project approach is likely to provide maximum impact in achieving the proposed results. Priority Areas: Applicant has clearly described how stated goals are related to and support U.S. Embassy Swedens priority areas or target audiences. Budget: The budget justification is detailed. Costs are reasonable in relation to the proposed activities and anticipated results. The budget is realistic, accounting for all necessary expenses to achieve proposed activities. Monitoring and evaluation plan: Applicant demonstrates it is able to measure program success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the SOI. The project includes output and outcome indicators, and shows how and when those will be measured. Sustainability: Project activities will continue to have positive impact after the end of the project. A grants review panel will evaluate all eligible applications. Simplified Acquisition Threshold For any Federal award under a notice of funding opportunity, if the Federal awarding agency anticipates that the total Federal share will be greater than the simplified acquisition threshold on any Federal award under a notice of funding opportunity may include, over the period of performance (see 200.88 Simplified Acquisition Threshold), this section must also inform applicants: i. That the Federal awarding agency, prior to making a Federal award with a total amount of Federal share greater than the simplified acquisition threshold, is required to review and consider any information about the applicant that is in the designated integrity and performance system accessible through SAM (currently FAPIIS) (see 41 U.S.C. 2313); ii. That an applicant, at its option, may review information in the designated integrity and performance systems accessible through SAM and comment on any information about itself that a Federal awarding agency previously entered and is currently in the designated integrity and performance system accessible through SAM; iii. That the Federal awarding agency will consider any comments by the applicant, in addition to the other information in the designated integrity and performance system, in making a judgment about the applicant's integrity, business ethics, and record of performance under Federal awards when completing the review of risk posed by applicants as described in 200.205 Federal awarding agency review of risk posed by applicants. Anticipated Announcement and Federal Award Dates: Applications will be received and evaluated on as per the schedule given earlier in this Notice, beginning November 15, 2023 until the deadline for applications on June 30, 2024. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified within 30 business days of the grants review panel meetings to be held per the schedule given earlier in this Notice. Applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted within 30 days and asked to submit all remaining mandatory documents. Applicants should endeavor to submit their applications at least three months prior to the proposed projects start date. Please note we do not accept ongoing projects. Federal Award Notices The assistance award or cooperative agreement will be written, signed, awarded, and administered by the Grants Officer. The assistance award agreement is the authorizing document, and it will be provided to the recipient for review and signature by email. The recipient may only start incurring project expenses beginning on the start date of Period of Performance shown on the federal award document signed by the Grants Officer. If a SOI is selected for funding, the Department of State has no obligation to provide any additional future funding. Renewal of an award to increase funding or extend the period of performance is at the discretion of the Department of State. Issuance of this notice does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the U.S. government, nor does it commit the U.S. government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of proposals. Further, the U.S. government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received. Payment Method: Payments will be made in installments, as needed to carry out the project activities. Administrative and National Policy Requirements: Terms and Conditions: Before submitting an application, applicants should review all the terms and conditions and required certifications which will apply to this award, to ensure that they will be able to comply. These include: 2 CFR 200, 2 CFR 600, Certifications and Assurances, and the Department of State Standard Terms and Conditions, all of which are available here (PDF) . Note the U.S representation, flag branding and marking requirements in the Standard Terms and Conditions. Reporting Requirements: Recipients will be required to submit financial reports and program reports. The award document will specify how often these reports must be submitted. Federal Awarding Agency Contacts: If you have any questions about the federal award application process, please contact PDS at: [email protected] Note: We do not provide any pre-consultation for application related questions that are addressed in this announcement. Once an application has been submitted, State Department officials and staff both in the Department and at embassies / missions overseas may not discuss this competition with applicants until the entire proposal review process is completed.

The Public Diplomacy section of the U.S. Embassy in Madagascar and Comoros, part of the U.S. Department of State, is pleased to announce its Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement (APS). This Annual Program Statement outlines the Embassys funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. Purpose of the Annual Program Statement: The Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement supports projects proposed by U.S., Malagasy, and/or Comorian educational, cultural, and other non-profit organizations or individuals that promote U.S. values, strengthen understanding between U.S. and Malagasy and/or Comorian people and institutions, and/or support U.S. Embassy goals of promoting human rights, transparency and good governance, economic and social prosperity, environmental stewardship, educational achievement, and sustainable development of natural resources. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element or a connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions that will encourage increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Priority Program Areas: Strengthening regional security and stability and combat transnational threats through engagement with diverse, targeted stakeholders on key issues like human trafficking, illegal unreported and unregulated fishing, and climate change related challenges. Addressing barriers to the advancement of women in STEM fields and business. Strengthening the business skills of young entrepreneurs. Promoting the development of trade and investment with the United States, including entrepreneurship, small- and medium-sized businesses, and innovation as the basis for strong, sustainable, inclusive economic growth that creates quality employment and incorporates diverse and excluded groups. Participants and Audiences: The list below delineates our target audiences: Community associations; Civil society professionals; Academic institutions; Business leaders and entrepreneurs; Community leaders; Women and youth from underserved communities; and Youth

This grant provides funding for non-profits, educational institutions, and government organizations to implement programs that promote understanding of emerging technologies, enhance English teacher training, strengthen U.S. alumni networks, and celebrate 30 years of U.S.-Vietnam relations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to various organizations and institutions to help prevent adversaries from exploiting advanced technologies and commercial facilities for military purposes, focusing on enhancing global partnerships and security measures.

This grant provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Türkiye relations by promoting cultural exchange, economic collaboration, and shared security initiatives.

GCJ seeks to advance victim-survivor-centered investigations and prosecutions of perpetrators of atrocities committed in Burma since 2011, by supporting the implementation of the justice and accountability components of UN General Assembly resolution A/RES/78/219 with respect to the situation of human rights of Rohingya and other ethnic and/or religious minority groups in Myanmar. A successful project will result in the advancement of victim-survivor-centered investigations and prosecutions of perpetrators of atrocities committed in Burma since 2011.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to strengthen independent media entities and their members as well as local organizations that will support independent media in Central America. This project will assist in conducting better investigations and provide fact-based reporting on crime and corruption through an evolving media landscape to inform populations and hold power-holders accountable, improving transparency and accountability in Central America.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations and educational institutions to support professional development and engagement opportunities for U.S. citizen alumni of government-sponsored exchange programs.

The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a project to strengthen independent media entities and their members as well as local organizations that will support independent media in Central America. This project will assist in conducting better investigations and provide fact-based reporting on crime and corruption through an evolving media landscape to inform populations and hold power-holders accountable, improving transparency and accountability in Central America.

Funding Opportunity Title: Young Womens Leadership Program Funding Opportunity Number: PD-SEOUL-FY24-02 Deadline for Applications: Monday, July 15, 11:59 p.m. GMT+9 CFDA Number: 19.441 ECA - American Spaces Total Amount Available: $50,000 This notice is subject to availability of funding. A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Seoul Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available for a womens leadership program focused on supporting young women across the Republic of Korea (ROK). The ROK is now one of the worlds most influential countries following decades of impressive economic growth, technological innovation, cultural exports, and public sector initiatives. As like-minded democracies, both the ROK and the U.S. have a strong responsibility to make sure economic and social opportunities are open to all citizens, especially women. To support womens economic opportunity, the U.S. Embassy in Seouls Public Diplomacy Section will create a leadership and mentorship cohort of at least twenty South Korean women between the ages of 25-39 who represent diverse sectors of the economy and have shown the potential to grow as leaders in their respective fields. Through this program, participants will learn from American and Korean experts, and broaden their professional network. The U.S. Embassy seeks proposals from ROK-based organizations to run this program which includes recruiting members, planning and implementing events, and expanding its existing network that connects Korean and American women leaders. Strong preference will be given to proposals that include participants from outside of the Seoul metropolitan region and utilize our American Corner network (located in Busan, Gangneung, Gwangju, Jeju and Pyeongtaek) in addition to the American Diplomacy House in Seoul. Outputs/Outcomes This program should focus on developing leadership skills, expanding participants global mindset, and connecting emerging leaders with one another. Details/Logistics U.S. Embassy Seoul and the grantee will be jointly responsible for selecting participants. The U.S. government retains final approval authority for all participants, who will apply via a standardized application form. Participants should be between the ages of 25-39, in their early to mid-careers, and demonstrate their potential to grow as leaders in their professions. Grantee Expectations The following components should be included in the program: Minimum of 6 coaching and/or discussion sessions (either in-person or virtual) Minimum of 2 interactive workshops on leadership Minimum of 2 networking opportunities Coaching Sessions The grantee will be responsible for organizing and implementing a series of in-person, virtual, and/or hybrid engagements with U.S. and/or Korean experts who can empower and provide coaching sessions to this group of selected participants. Engagements should provide opportunities for participants to share their challenges, develop their leadership skills through professional coaching, and provide guidance on their career paths. In-Person Leadership Workshop The leadership program will also host at least 2 in-person workshops at the American Diplomacy House Seoul (or another location of choice), featuring guest experts, opportunities for candid conversations about workplace challenges, and advice for advancing ones career. As part of the workshop, Embassy Seoul will arrange engagements with a guest speaker. Networking Opportunities The grantee will be responsible for organizing a networking event where the cohort can engage one another in person and meet other leaders across various fields. One networking session should include the Young Womens Leadership Program alumni from year 1. If youd like to use the ones the Embassy provides, please find them here: https://kr.usembassy.gov/grants/ (download here: Proposal Template / Budget Template) For more information, please refer to the NOFO document, and email us at [email protected] for any questions.

The U.S. Mission to Yemen Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. Awards will be made to successful applicants subject to the availability of appropriated funds. Purpose of Small Grants: PAS in Yemen invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between United States and Yemen through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

To implement a project aimed at advancing U.S. foreign policy and national security priorities by supporting initiatives that ensure partner states strategic trade control systems meet international standards and by engaging on bilateral, regional and multilateral levels with foreign governments to aid in the establishment of independent capabilities to regulate transfers of weapons of mass destruction, WMD-related items, conventional arms, and related dual-use items, and to detect, interdict, investigate, and prosecute illicit transfers of such items.

The Department of States Office of the Nonproliferation and Disarmament Fund (ISN/NDF) is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). ISN/NDF invites non-profit/non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and educational institutions to submit proposals for projects that will advance the NDFs nonproliferation mission by mapping proliferation and sanctions evasion networks and related illicit actors as well as their business, financial, and logistics networks based in or operating from South or East Africa that are or may be facilitating Russias aggression in Ukraine or the Peoples Republic of Chinas (PRC) Military-Civilian Fusion (MCF) industrial base. This analysis will assist partner countries, bilaterally or regionally, advance their counter-proliferation and counter-sanctions evasion activities by helping partners identify and disrupt these networks. Proposals may not exceed the total availability of funds under this NOFO. ISN/NDF prefers proposals that address multiple objectives of at least one line of effort, which are further described in section II.

The Global Engagement Center (GEC) at the Department of State, announces "Enabling Advanced IUU Fishing Exposure." This project will enable advanced exposure work on IUU fishing by civil society, academics, and journalists, to counter PRC unsustainable fishing practices and the PRC disinformation/information manipulation that makes these practices possible, hard to spot, and hard to counter.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Namibia, targeting organizations and individuals engaged in community, education, and cultural initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to strengthen global efforts against the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and missile technologies from Iran and North Korea.

This funding opportunity is designed to support nonprofit and educational organizations in developing a centralized platform to analyze and counteract cartel recruitment trends in Mexico, enhancing regional security and public safety.

This grant provides funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Kyrgyz ties through initiatives in economic growth, governance, education, and environmental protection, particularly in rural or underserved communities.

The U.S. Embassy in Lome, Togo, through this Notice of Funding Opportunity is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy (PD) Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. Purpose of Small Grants: PD Lome invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and Togo through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Examples of PD Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: Academic and professional lectures, seminars and speaker programs; Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions; Professional and academic exchanges and programs; Priority Program Areas: 1. Peace Security -Promote peace and tolerance and social cohesion -Counter violent extremism 2. Democratic Institutions -Encourage civic engagement and democratic participation of youth and women 3. Economic Growth -Promote entrepreneurship and social enterprises -Strengthen public-private partnerships 4. Opportunities for Development -Support education initiatives -Empower women, minorities, and persons with disabilities

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Conakry, Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for interested organizations to submit a statement of interest (SOI) for funding a variety of program proposals that strengthen ties between the peoples of the United States and Guinea. The U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section invites organizations interested in potential funding to submit SOI applications outlining program concepts that reflect this goal. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The submission of the SOI is the first step in a two-step process. Applicants must first submit a concise one-to-two-page statement of interest in English via this form [Click Here] that succinctly and clearly communicates the applicants program idea and objectives. This is not a full proposal. The purpose of the SOI process is to allow applicants to submit program ideas for the U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Section to evaluate prior to requiring the development of a full proposal. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before a final funding decision is made. Purpose: The U.S. Embassy in Guinea invites SOIs for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Guinea through cultural and exchange programming that highlight shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.