Deadline: 25-May-23
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines’ Public Affairs Section (PAS Philippines) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that they are considering proposals for the 2023 American Spaces Small Grants Program.
PAS Philippines invites individuals and non-profit organizations to submit project proposals that would enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education for women and girls in the Philippines while leveraging U.S. models and expertise. This project aims to empower and encourage high school students to pursue higher education and careers in STEM fields.
Examples of projects include, but are not limited to:
- Science camp where participants are given hands-on training to stimulating STEM topics and innovative content such as artificial intelligence, coding, robotics, 3D modelling and printing;
- Creation of STEM activities, games, and experiments where a facilitator leads the session allowing students to create data, conclusions, and ask questions;
Priority Program Areas
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)
- Promoting female representation in STEM
- Increasing student awareness of STEM careers
- Improving STEM education and building transferable skills among high school students
- Generating web-accessible STEM education and activities
- Creating a culture of accessibility in STEM
- Advancing creative teaching in STEM
Funding Information
- The length of the performance period is 12 to 24 months
- Award amounts may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $11,500
Participants and Audiences
- Female sophomore and junior high school students from public schools willing to travel to the U.S. Embassy in Manila to attend STEM-related activities.
- Public school teachers willing to travel to the U.S. Embassy in Manila to attend STEM-related activities.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from individuals and non-profit organizations situated in the U.S. and the Philippines. Commercial or for-profit organizations are not eligible to apply.
- Cost-sharing or matching is not required for this funding opportunity. Pre-award costs are not an allowable expense for this funding opportunity.
- Applications may be submitted for consideration at any time on or before the closing date of this funding opportunity.
For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in the Philippines.