Deadline: 9-Aug-21
The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada, U.S. Department of State, has announced an open competition for individuals and organizations to submit applications to carry out virtual programs on countering malign influences in a way that strengthens U.S.-Canada relations.
Program objective: PAS invites proposals from individuals, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, government institutions, and academic institutions for virtual programs on Countering Malign Influences that strengthen the bilateral ties between the United States and Canada. 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. Speakers must hold U.S. citizenship.
Examples of Countering Malign Influences Virtual Program Grants include but are not limited to:
- Professional and academic virtual speaker programs, lectures, and seminars
- Professional and academic virtual exchanges and projects
- Virtual Cultural workshops, virtual joint performances, and virtual exhibitions
Funding Information
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $500 to a maximum of $25,000.00
- Length of performance period: Eighteen months
Priority Region: Canada
Participants and Audiences: Audiences for U.S. Mission to Canada’s grant programs should promote diversity and inclusion. The program participants must include Canadians. All applicants for awards must stipulate who their target audience is, and estimate the expected audience reach through indirect contact via social media, traditional media, or online meeting platforms.
Eligibility Criteria
The following organizations or individuals are eligible to apply:
- U.S. or Canadian
- Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations
- Public and private educational institutions
- Public international organizations and governmental institutions
- Individuals
- Cost Sharing or Matching not required
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=329891