Deadline: 1-Jul-22
The Office of the Public Affairs Advisor (PAA) at the U.S. Mission to NATO (USNATO) announces an open competition for not-for-profit, non-government organizations and think-tanks that focus on international affairs, defense and security issues, and U.S. and European relations to submit project proposals.
Program Objectives
USNATO is pursuing proposals from qualified applicants that will outline how the Alliance can address the shifting security landscape. Successful proposals will emphasize the ability to deliver clear messages to selected audiences. These proposals should include a narrative about the importance of the NATO Alliance and its mission to Allied audiences including the general public, women, youth and future leaders, the security and defense community, policy makers, and opinion shapers in European and Canadian countries. They hope to stimulate new ideas and to encourage public dialogue on the priorities for NATO in the upcoming years. Finally, all institutions submitting proposals should explain how the activities proposed will be measured and evaluated to determine the effectiveness of the proposal’s content.
Priority Program Areas
- Russian aggression
- Defense budgets and equitable burden sharing.
- Countering dis- and misinformation.
- The rise of China and challenges to peace and security.
- Cyber, hybrid and disinformation threats.
- Counterterrorism.
- NATO expansion.
- Women, Peace and Security; and,
- Climate Change
Funding Information
- Length of performance period: 12 to 18 months
- Number of awards anticipated: One or two award (dependent on amounts)
- Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $100,000 to a maximum of $250,000
- Total available funding: $250,000
Participants and Audiences: Successful proposals will emphasize the ability to deliver clear messages to selected audiences: Women, youth, and security and defense community, policy makers, and opinion shapers in NATO member or partner countries.
Priority Region: All activities should be targeted at NATO Member and Partner countries unless a strong justification is provided.
Eligibility Criteria
The following organizations from NATO Member and Partner countries are eligible to apply:
- Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/nongovernmental organizations
- Non-profit or non-governmental educational institutions
- Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=339631