Deadline: 31 December 2020
The U.S. Embassy Baku Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Annual Program Statement.
U.S. Embassy Baku’s Annual Program Statement solicits proposals for projects that further the U.S. Mission’s public diplomacy goals of expanding and strengthening people-to-people ties between Azerbaijan and the United States, engaging with local media, and building and strengthening local partners through the specific objectives listed. Public diplomacy programming includes cultural programming, educational exchanges, workshops and training for entrepreneurs, English-language programming, innovation in and improvement of education systems, promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education, and promoting professional journalism.
All programs must include a connection with American culture, expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Examples of PAS program activities include, but are not limited to:
- Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs on the topics of entrepreneurship, STEM, education policy and reforms, among others;
- Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions;
- Professional and academic exchanges and programs;
- English-language programming;
- Trainings and workshops for professionals;
- Programs to engage young people, women, or vulnerable populations.
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $100,000
- Award Ceiling: $50,000
- Award Floor: $5,000
- Length of performance period: 12 months maximum
Participants and Audiences
The intended audience for potential projects includes entrepreneurs, educators, journalists, young people, women, IDP and other vulnerable communities, persons with disabilities, and the public.
Eligibility Criteria
- Submissions are encouraged from Azerbaijani entities with relevant experience. This experience should be documented in the proposal.
- Eligible entities include: not-for-profit, civil society/non-governmental organizations, public educational institutions, and individuals.
- For-profit entities are not eligible to apply.
- Previous federal award recipients who are not/were not in compliance with the terms of their financial and program reporting requirements are ineligible to apply. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure they are in compliance with all applicable terms, conditions, and Office of Management and Budget guidance and requirements. Those organizations found to be in non-compliance may be found ineligible for funding or receive a “high-risk” designation if selected for funding.
Cost Sharing or Matching
Though cost sharing is not mandatory, applicants are encouraged to include their contribution in the suggested project budget, which also can be an in-kind contribution (equipment, labor, program materials, etc.).
How to Apply
All application materials must be submitted by email at the address given on the website.
For more information, visit https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=324236