Federal Arts Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support for individuals to create projects that promote cultural exchange and mutual understanding between the United States and Algeria through the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations for projects that promote cultural exchange and understanding between the United States and Hong Kong and Macau, with a focus on education, arts, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit art organizations to support American participation in the prestigious Venice Biennale, promoting cultural diplomacy and international dialogue through innovative art exhibitions.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based nonprofit organizations, local governments, and tribal communities in creating arts projects that engage the public and promote health and well-being through various artistic disciplines.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local governments in enhancing public engagement and education in the arts across diverse communities through various artistic disciplines.

This grant provides financial support of up to $50,000 to published prose writers in the U.S. to help them focus on their writing, conduct research, and advance their careers.

This grant provides funding for research teams to study the impact of the arts on individuals and communities, fostering collaboration between researchers and arts practitioners to enhance arts practices and policies.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that investigate the impact and value of the arts in American life, targeting nonprofit organizations, state or local governments, and federally recognized tribes.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and educational institutions in Hong Kong and Macau to implement projects that promote U.S. values and strengthen bilateral ties through cultural exchanges, STEAM activities, and American English language programs.

This grant provides funding for projects that promote American culture and foster cultural exchange between the United States and Slovakia, particularly through collaborations with local Slovak institutions and individuals.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments for a variety of arts projects that engage communities, enhance arts education, and promote health and well-being through the arts.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments to create arts programs that reach underserved communities, helping to expand access to the arts for those with limited opportunities.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations, government units, and tribal communities to enhance access to high-quality arts education through research, policy development, and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to U.S. Regional Arts Organizations to support the participation of American performing artists and arts groups in international festivals and events, promoting cultural exchange and artistic excellence.

This grant provides funding to a U.S. Regional Arts Organization to facilitate international performing arts programming and community engagement activities in underserved areas across the country.

This grant provides funding for individuals and Malta-based NGOs to develop initiatives that promote human rights, press empowerment, and strengthen the U.S.-Malta relationship.

This grant provides financial support to individual translators in the U.S. for translating underrepresented literary works from other languages into English, promoting diversity and accessibility in global literature.

The National Endowment for the Arts State Regional Partnership Agreement grants are awarded to the nations 56 state and jurisdictional arts agencies (SAAs), and the six regional arts organizations (RAOs) whose members comprise SAAs. Partnership support is also available to the national service organization for the state arts agencies.

A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The Public Diplomacy (PD) section at the U.S. Embassy in Harare of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications for a grant award to deepen understanding of the United States through interactive, engaging programming at the American Spaces in Zimbabwe. The PD section invites proposals from eligible organizations for projects beginning no earlier than October 2024. The deadline for this NOFO, AF-HAR-FY24-11, is Monday, July 15, 2024. Please follow all instructions below. American Spaces are U.S. Department of State supported cultural and information centers around the world that provide free and open access for members of local communities to learn more about the United States, develop skills, and access a wide range of resources. They are designed, configured, and equipped to promote critical thinking, innovation, and thoughtful discussions of issues important to the United States and host countries. American Spaces programming showcases the breadth and depth of American values, ideals, culture, and perspectives on a variety of themes. Priority Region: Project activities must take place at the American Spaces in Bulawayo and Gweru, Zimbabwe. Program Objectives: PD Harare invites proposals to implement impactful programs focused on civil society sustainability, investigative journalism, entrepreneurship and innovation, media literacy, and climate resilience at the American Spaces to forge enduring connections between the United States and emerging leaders. Grant proposals must convey an American cultural element, support a priority program area (see program focus below) or include 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. Priority Program Areas: A successful proposal will include a robust calendar of activities through serial programming spanning at least eight (8) months and directly address the following key programming areas: Civil Society Sustainability. Entrepreneurship. Investigative journalism. Photography/Videography Skills Building. 5. Climate Resilience. Participants and Audiences: The U.S. Mission American Corner programs audiences are emerging leaders and young professionals, ages 18 30. B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: 8 to 12 months Number of awards anticipated: One (1) award Award amounts: Maximum of $17,800.00 Total available funding: $17,800.00 Type of Funding: 19.022 Educational Cultural Exchange Programs Anticipated programs start date: September 15, 2024 Funding Instrument Type: Grant THIS NOTICE IS SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY OF FUNDING. Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months or less. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) We are committed to fostering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) within our programs. We encourage applications from local associations that embrace and demonstrate a commitment to diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic background, and geographic location. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our communities and lead to more innovative solutions to shared challenges. Therefore, we actively seek to support projects and initiatives that promote equity and foster inclusion. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION To Request Application Package: Email [email protected]; an automatic reply with the application forms will be sent. Forms are also available at www.grants.gov Required Registrations: All organizations (not individuals) whether based in the United States or in another country, must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active registration with the SAM.gov. Steps to acquire UEI and registration: https://login.gov create an account. To access SAM.gov an organization is required to have a Login.gov account. https://www.SAM.gov registration which will generate a unique entity identifier (UEI) The UEI are assigned when an organization registers or renews its registration in SAM.gov Organizations should renew their registration once a year to maintain an active registration status in SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure it has an active SAM registration. Note: The process of obtaining or renewing a SAM.gov registration may take anywhere from 4-8 weeks. Please begin your registration as early as possible. Organizations based outside of the United States and that do not pay employees within the United States do not need an EIN from the IRS but do need a UEI number prior to registering in SAM.gov. Organizations based in the United States or that pay employees within the United States will need an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and a UEI number prior to registering in SAM.gov. If an organization plans to issue a sub-contract or sub-award, those sub-awardees must also have a unique entity identifier (UEI number). Please note the UEI for sub-grantees is not required at the time of application but will be required before an award is processed. If an organization does not have an active registration in SAM.gov prior to submitting an application, the application will be deemed ineligible. Note: As of April 2022, a DUNS number is no longer required. Submission Dates and Times PD Harare will accept proposals starting June 26, 2024. All applicants should submit their proposals prior to July 31, 2024 for consideration. Other Submission Requirements All application materials may be emailed to [email protected] (with PD AMERICAN SPACES GRANT PROPOSAL in the subject line). FEDERAL AWARDING AGENCY CONTACTS If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: [email protected] and enter PD American Spaces Program in the subject line. For programmatic questions, please contact: Kenneth Mangemba [email protected]

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE The U.S. Embassy in Ukraine Kyiv Public Diplomacy Section Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: Supporting collaborative projects and/or presenting American content at Ukrainian cultural festivals. Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-Ukraine-FY24-11. Deadline for Applications: 23:59, EST July 31, 2024. Assistance Listing Number: 19.040. Total Amount Available: $100,000.00. This notice is subject to funding availability. A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to introduce collaborative projects and/or presenting American content at Ukrainian cultural festivals. Priority Region: Ukraine. Program Objectives: The U.S. Embassy Kyiv Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) invites Ukrainian nongovernmental organizations to apply for funding to highlight and promote American culture and values through presenting collaborative projects and/or American content at Ukrainian cultural festivals. For the purposes of this solicitation, a cultural festival is an organized series of acts, performances, exhibitions, film screenings, or culinary displays. The activities can include workshops, masterclasses, Q sessions, or other types of interactions between participants. Cultural festival could be focused on performing arts, music, culinary arts, fashion, gaming, urbanism etc. In addition, PDS Kyiv will prioritize projects that facilitate substantive interaction between Americans and Ukrainians preferably over multiple days and that demonstrate plans to sustain this interaction through follow-on activities. Examples of substantive interaction include workshops, masterclasses, and question-and-answer sessions. Examples of follow-on activities include small grants for joint projects between Americans and Ukrainians, continuations of projects started during the festival or conference, and virtual engagements. Projects funded through this solicitation must be tailored toward Ukrainian audiences and fit within the theme of the broader event. Applying organizations must demonstrate a clear rationale for how they chose to highlight American culture and values, relating their strategy to the priority areas outlined above. In addition, applying organizations should be prepared to explain how the Americans or aspects of American culture and values involved in their program are uniquely qualified to advance these objectives. Funding priorities are: Strengthening U.S.-Ukraine cultural relations. Introducing American content to Ukrainian audiences. Promoting collaboration between American and Ukrainians artists and audiences. The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: Programs related to partisan political activity. Charitable and fundraising activities. Construction. Programs that support religious activities. Lobbying for specific legislation or program. Participants and Audiences: The project must be tailored towards Ukrainian audiences, and most project activities supported by the U.S. Embassy grant should take place in Ukraine and incorporate a substantive U.S. component. This program can target youth, entrepreneurs, government, private, and non-profit stakeholders throughout Ukraine and the United States to spur innovation, raise awareness, and ensure sustainability. Taking into consideration current limitations related to bringing Americans to Ukraine, the project can include virtual interaction between participants and stakeholders. B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: up to twelve months. This timeframe should include time for preparation and wrap-up. Number of awards anticipated: 3-5 awards (dependent on amounts.) Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $15,000.00 to a maximum of $55,000.00. Total available funding: $100,000.00. Type of Funding: FY24 Public Diplomacy Funds. Anticipated start date: projects should start between October 1, 2024, and June 1, 2025. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Grant, fixed amount award (FAA), or cooperative agreement. Cooperative agreements and some FAAs are different from grants in that bureau/embassy staff are more actively involved in the grant implementation (Substantial Involvement). Examples of substantial involvement may include, but are not limited to: Approving speakers/experts for a program. Approving presented content. Selecting or approving participants. Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months or less. The Department of State 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. 1. Eligible Applicants: The following organizations are eligible to apply: U.S. and Ukrainian not-for-profit organizations, think-tanks, civil society, nongovernmental organizations, not-for-profit educational and cultural institutions. For-Profit organizations or commercial entities are not eligible to apply! 2. Cost Sharing or Matching: Cost-share is recommended but is not required. Although the Review Committee will not assign additional points to applicants who offer cost sharing, the Review Committee will use cost sharing to break ties among applications with equivalent scores after evaluation against all other factors. 3. Other Eligibility Requirements: In order to be eligible to receive an award, all organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number issued via www.SAM.gov as well as a valid registration on www.SAM.gov. Please see Section D.3 for more information. The full NOFO can be found in the attached documents.