Deadline: 16-May-25
The U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that they are accepting proposals for the Small Grants Program.
Purpose
- PAS Hong Kong and Macau invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Hong Kong and the United States and Macau through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation.
- All programs must include a U.S. 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 and build partnerships.
Priority Program Areas
- Priority will be given to project proposals that further one or more of the U.S. Consulate’s goals, including:
- Programs that support STEAM-related activities.
- Programs that promote American English language acquisition.
- Programs that promote economic empowerment, with a priority for under-represented communities.
- Programs that increase public awareness about the environment, sustainability, climate change, and conservation efforts.
- Programs and exchanges that facilitate academic and cultural engagements that highlight and/or discuss American expertise, experience and values, and universal human rights.
Funding Information
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $3,000 to a maximum of $50,000
- Total available funding: $300,000
Duration
- Length of performance period: up to 12 months
Eligibility Criteria
- The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from organizations in the United States, Hong Kong, and Macau, including:
- Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/nongovernmental organizations;
- Public and private educational institutions
- Individuals;
- Public international organizations and Governmental institutions.
- For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.
Ineligibility Criteria
- The following types of projects are not eligible for funding:
- Projects relating to or involving any partisan political stance or activity;
- Charitable or development activities;
- Construction projects;
- Projects that support specific religious activities;
- Fundraising campaigns;
- Lobbying for specific legislation or programs;
- International travel, unless specifically justified within the proposal as being integral to the project;
- Commercial activities and projects (including publications);
For more information, visit U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau.