Deadline: 28 August 2019
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy to the Holy See has announced a small grants program to further U.S. foreign policy goals, in particular goals they share with the Holy See.
Preference will be given to institutions with a proven track record of executing high quality events and programs and sound financial management, and proposals that demonstrate the long-term sustainability of the project, and have an innovative component. Although not required, some form of cost-sharing with the partner institution(s) is welcomed. New grantees will be generally given priority over previous grantees.
Program Objectives
Grant proposals should promote one or more of the following U.S. Embassy to the Holy See policy objectives:
- Promoting human rights globally by combatting human trafficking, promoting religious freedom, and highlighting the role of women within the Vatican and Catholic organizations around the world
- Advocating for peaceful resolution of conflict, conflict prevention, and reconciliation and peace building efforts
- Countering Russian disinformation among Holy See officials and the broader Catholic community
- Promoting increased access to food and water and advances in science and health
- Promoting inter-faith dialogue, cooperation, understanding, and tolerance
- Supporting marginalized populations, including religious minorities and refugee
The Embassy prefers to provide initial funding for maximum impact projects that have the potential to be long-term, self-sustaining, and have a multiplier effect. Short-term programs, events, or workshops will also be considered. The project should, when applicable, include a media or public outreach component that promotes awareness for the project through a press conference, event launch, social media, video, etc.
Funding Information
Embassy grants are unlikely to be more than $10,000, and grant requests for smaller amounts ($2,000-$5,000) are welcome.
Examples
Activities covering the above policy objectives that have been funded in the past include, but are not limited to:
- Workshops, trainings, and publications
- Cultural programs, as well as radio, television, and social media programming which encourage audiences to take collective action on a common cause
Activities that are not typically funded include, but are not limited to:
- Ongoing salary costs
- Office equipment
- Renovation or construction projects
- Travel expenses to and from the United States
- Fundraising activities
- Representational costs, i.e. food and drink
- Scientific research
How to Apply
Applicants should submit their proposals via email at the address given on the website.
For more information, please visit https://va.usembassy.gov/2019-call-for-grant-proposals/