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

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based organizations to facilitate mentorship and training for international music industry professionals, enhancing their collaboration with American counterparts and promoting cultural exchange.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in South Africa to help high-achieving, low-income students navigate the U.S. college application process and cover associated costs, enabling them to pursue higher education in the United States.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and academic institutions working to empower civil society in Sri Lanka's Northern and Eastern provinces by promoting advocacy, human rights, and economic development, particularly for marginalized communities.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to promote American film and media through international cultural exchanges and professional development programs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to enhance digital connectivity and literacy in Paraguay by establishing secure internet access points and training rural communities.

This grant provides financial support for U.S. undergraduate students with limited financial means to study or intern abroad, promoting international understanding and educational opportunities.

The Public Diplomacy Section (PD) of the U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out programs strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and Luxembourg on Remembering our Shared History. The U.S. Embassy Luxembourg invites proposals from non-governmental organizations, think tanks, government institutions, academic institutions, and individuals for programs strengthening the bilateral ties between the United States and Luxembourg and Remembering our Shared History, including, but not limited to: Programs that highlight significant WWII events, untold stories, and any elements of U.S.-Luxembourg collaboration that provide unique context, perspective, and meaning to the long-standing alliance between the Unites States and Luxembourg. Programs focused on youth and youth education to ensure the memory of WWII is not forgotten by the younger generations in Luxembourg. Programs that foster truthful recognition and remembrance of the tragedies of the Second World War and particularly the Holocaust Program activities such as historical/cultural exhibits, film screenings (movies/documentaries) and lecture series, book discussions, various media platforms (broadcast media, social media, etc.) and other types of public outreach campaigns. All programs must engage Luxembourg audiences. All programs must include a U.S. element or connection with U.S. experts that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Any speaker paid with grant funding must hold U.S. citizenship. Please review the complete NOFO on the Funding Opportunities page on our website: https://lu.usembassy.gov/grants-program/ or in the related documents tab on the announcement on grants.gov for information on how to submit a Statement of Interest.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. organizations in facilitating international exchanges with American experts to promote U.S. values and democratic principles through lectures and workshops worldwide.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Argentine universities and organizations to develop and enhance U.S. Studies programs, fostering academic collaboration and cultural exchange between Argentina and the United States.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to strengthen ties between the United States and partner countries while celebrating the U.S. 250th anniversary.

Executive Summary: The Ambassadors Resilience Fund aims to build resilience to violent conflict and violent extremism in Guinea by strengthening social cohesion in at-risk communities. A total of $100,000 U.S. Dollars (USD) in FY 2023 Regional Peace and Security Funds will be awarded through this RSOI (pending availability of funds), with individual grants expected to be awarded in the range of $10,000 - $25,000 U.S. Dollars (USD) for work that will support program objectives. A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy in Conakry announces an open competition for organizations to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) to carry out innovative, small-scale, community-focused projects aimed at building social cohesion and resilience among at-risk communities in Guinea. Projects should seek to address underlying drivers of violent conflict and violent extremism, such as lack of equitable access to economic opportunity, competition over scarce resources, and identity-based stigmatization or marginalization. Embassy Conakry invites organizations interested in potential funding to submit SOI applications outlining program concepts that reflect these goals. Please carefully follow all instructions below. The Ambassadors Resilience Fund is designed to contribute to the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability (SPCPS) in Coastal West Africa. The SPCPS seeks to promote peace and prevent violent conflict and violent extremism that risks destabilizing Coastal West Africa (including Guinea, Cote dIvoire, Ghana, Togo, and Benin). It aims to implement a new policy approach that addresses the political drivers of fragility and supports locally driven solutions. The submission of the SOI is the first step in a two-step process. Applicants must first submit a concise one- to three-page statement of interest designed to clearly communicate 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 evaluation prior to the required development of a full proposal application. Upon a merit review of eligible SOIs, selected applicants will be invited to expand on their program idea(s) by submitting a full proposal application. Full proposals will go through a second merit review before final funding decision(s) are made.

This funding opportunity provides $8 million to support a four-year project that will enhance the U.S. shipbuilding workforce through international training partnerships, focusing on critical trades and promoting fair labor standards.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research between U.S. universities and South Korean institutions to advance innovative robotics technologies through the development of intelligent components.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Indonesian nonprofit organizations and educational institutions to enhance the skills of journalists in media literacy, fact-checking, and investigative reporting, promoting accurate information and democratic governance.

The U.S. Embassy Prague Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce available funding for projects advancing key strategic goals through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below. This notice is subject to availability of funding. Purpose of Small Grants: The U.S. Embassy Prague Public Diplomacy Section is interested in funding projects that strengthen social, political and cultural ties between the United States and Czech Republic and support our Priority Program Areas. Projects should specifically target Czech audiences living within the Czech Republic. All programs must: include an American cultural or policy element, OR involve a connection with American expert/s, performers, organization/s, or institution/s relevant to the grant project, OR promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Examples of successful PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: Academic or professional lectures, seminars, workshops, discussions and speaker programs by U.S. experts and/or about the United States. Community or civic engagement projects promoting shared U.S.-Czech values. Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, masterclasses by U.S. artists and exhibitions of U.S. works. Professional and academic exchanges and programs to the United States. Project proposals must also support at least one Priority Program Area. Priority Program Areas: I. U.S.-CZECH BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP Programs that seek to explain U.S. policies, culture, and values to Czech audiences, resulting in a positive impact on the bilateral relationship. II. ECONOMIC PROSPERITY, TRADE AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP Programs that promote and support entrepreneurship, innovation, and/or bilateral trade between the U.S and the Czech Republic. III. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND STEM EDUCATION Programs related to climate change, environmental protection, scientific cooperation and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education, including programs that promote critical thinking skills. IV. HUMAN RIGHTS, DEMOCRATIC VALUES AND CIVIL SOCIETY Programs that promote human rights, support marginalized groups, encourage gender equality and empowerment of women, and that foster a culture of integration and diversity. Programs that strengthen democratic values of transparency, government accountability, anti-corruption and the rule of law. Programs that encourage strong civic engagement and democratic participation by all sectors of society and that support the development of a thriving civil-society and non-governmental sector. V. INDEPENDENT MEDIA AND COMBATTING DISINFORMATION Programs that strengthen an independent media, investigative journalism or media literacy among the public, such as programs that counter disinformation or train audiences to recognize disinformation or misinformation online and in news. VI. REGIONAL SECURITY, CYBER SECURITY AND/OR ENERGY SECURITY Programs that promote energy security, cyber security, and/or our NATO security alliance. The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: Programs relating to partisan political activity Humanitarian aid Construction programs Fund-raising campaigns Scientific research Programs that dont support an Embassy Priority Program Area or that dont involve an American component Projects intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization Projects seeking funds for personal use Participants and Audiences: We seek geographically and demographically diverse audiences within the Czech Republic and prioritize proposals with a significant programming component outside of Prague. Programs should target adults or teenage audiences primarily (high school and older). Deadlines: All applications must be submitted electronically to grantsprague@state.gov. There will be three deadlines for grant submission in FY2024 and three review meetings to make funding decisions. Applications can be submitted any time prior to one of these deadlines: January 15, 2024 March 19, 2024 May 14, 2024 Applications received after the final deadline of May 14, 2024 will not be considered. Grant applications will be evaluated within two weeks after these deadlines, and if yours is selected for funding, you will be asked to submit further paperwork. Please note that we can only fund future programs. Please apply as early as possible and at least three months prior to the start of the project. The Grant Application form is available on the U.S. Embassy Prague Web site: https://cz.usembassy.gov/education-culture/small-grants-program/ Criteria Each proposal selected for funding will be evaluated according to the criteria outlined below. Quality and Feasibility of the Program Idea: The program idea supports at least one of the Embassys Priority Program Areas. (Projects that do not strongly support a Priority Area will not be considered further.) Programs are well developed, detailing how program activities will be carried out. The proposal includes a reasonable implementation timeline. The organization has expertise in its stated field and has the internal controls in place to manage federal funds - this includes a financial management system and a bank account. Inclusion of American Component: The program includes a strong American component, such as addressing an American policy, subject matter or an aspect of American culture; or involving an American speaker, artist, performer, organization or author; or involves an exchange with the United States. Program Planning/Ability to Achieve Objectives: Goals and objectives are clearly stated and program approach is likely to provide maximum impact in achieving the proposed results with the target audience(s) and includes public outreach components/activities. Monitoring Evaluation Plan and Sustainability: Applicant demonstrates ability to measure program success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the proposal. The program includes output and outcome indicators and shows how and when those will be measured. Program activities will continue to have positive impact after the end of the program. 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. Review and Selection Process A grant review committee comprised of U.S. Embassy Prague staff and partners will evaluate all applications submitted within two weeks of one of the three deadlines in this announcement. Applications that do not comply with the requirements of this announcement will be ineligible for further consideration. When deciding which projects to support, the Embassy will consider the full range and diversity of Czech organizations and will seek to target geographically and demographically diverse audiences in the Czech Republic. Proposals must be linked to U.S. Embassy Priority Program Areas and incorporate an American component, such as an American subject matter, speaker, artist, performer, author, exchange, etc. Selection committee results will be announced in a timely manner following the review committee decisions. Applicants will be notified if their proposal has been approved for immediate funding, or in some cases proposals may be approved provisionally pending future availability of funding. Organizations or individuals whose grant applications will not be funded will also be notified via email. Issuance of this Notice of Funding Opportunity 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 at least two installments, as needed to carry out the program activities (generally 80% advance; 20% reimbursement) but may also be based on achieving project milestones. Reporting Requirements As a condition of Embassy funding, the U.S. Embassy Grants Officer (GO), or a Grants Officer Representative (GOR) will propose an appropriate grant monitoring plan to observe the funded activity, event, or project contemplated in the proposal. Recipients will be required to submit financial reports and program reports. The award document will specify how often these reports must be submitted. Failure to comply with the reporting requirements may jeopardize eligibility for future awards or will result in suspension of any future payments under this award until such time as this deficiency has been corrected.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Dominican alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to organize summits that foster collaboration and innovation among entrepreneurs and leaders in the Americas.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop ethical technology initiatives that promote human rights and counter authoritarian influences globally.

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in eliminating labor abuses and conditions of forced labor connected to cyber scam operations in Southeast Asia.

U.S. Embassy Riyadh announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program that provides exchange opportunities for emerging Saudi leaders in video game development and fosters linkages between them and experienced U.S. practitioners, professionals, educators and peers. Please read this document carefully and follow all instructions. This notice is subject to availability of funding.

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) announces an open competition for organizations interested in eradicating descent-based slavery and discrimination towards enslaved and formerly enslaved persons in the Sahel region of West Africa. Two projects will be awarded; one for Mauritania only and one regional project, focused on two or more countries in the Sahel region of West Africa. If applying to both opportunities, applicants should submit two separate applications.