Deadline: 31-Jul-21
The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.
Purpose of the Small Grants Program: PAS Bratislava invites proposals for programs that strengthen societal and cultural ties between the U.S. and Slovakia through programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs should include a clear American component – a collaboration with American people, expert/s, organization/s, and or institution/s that will promote increased U.S.-Slovak ties and mutual understanding.
Priority Program Areas
- Supporting Slovakia’s transatlantic orientation by addressing hybrid threats, including disinformation and cybersecurity.
- Supporting Slovakia’s capacity to address rule of law, including Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and anti-corruption efforts.
- Strengthening independent media and journalism and helping to foster critical thinking.
- Promoting economic prosperity and energy security through partnership with the U.S., including innovative approaches to technology, and entrepreneurship.
- Contributing to Slovakia’s efforts to support human rights and foster a culture of tolerance and integration.
- Encouraging women’s empowerment.
- Promoting cross-cultural understanding and supporting English language learning in Slovakia.
Funding Information
- Length of performance period: generally up to 12 months, but no more than 24 months.
- A number of awards anticipated: 30 awards (dependent on amounts).
- Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $1,000.00 to a maximum of $24,999.00. However, in exceptional cases and upon prior consent of PAS, awards up to USD 150,000.00 might be considered.
Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:
- Programs and outreach activities highlighting shared values and human rights
- Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs.
- Youth leadership and skills development programs.
- Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions.
Participants and Audiences
- The U.S. Embassy seeks proposals for geographically and demographically diverse audiences within Slovakia.
Eligibility Criteria
The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Slovakia:
- Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations.
- Individuals.
- Non-profit or governmental educational or cultural institutions.
- Governmental institutions.
- For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.
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