Deadline: 30 March 2018
Applications are open for the America House Kyiv Program which is the U.S. Embassy’s premier venue for cultural programs and outreach in Ukraine. America House supports U.S. public diplomacy in Ukraine by creating a welcoming, technology-forward space that fosters open discussion and debate, builds cultural bridges to deepen communication on key issues, provides opportunities for professional and personal skill-building, and sparks creativity, innovation, and collaboration around shared Ukrainian and U.S. values.
The recipient organization will be responsible for staffing and operating America House in close cooperation with the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy. Key program activities under this cooperative agreement include managing local Ukrainian staff with expertise in program and event management; purchasing and maintaining all necessary technology, materials, and supplies to support engagement with in-person and remote Ukrainian audiences; and designing a flexible and dynamic program of activities each month to interact with Ukrainian visitors and encourage visitors to return regularly to America House. Decisions on staffing and program content will be made in consultation with the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv.
Funding Information
Subject to availability of funds, up to $450,000 is available for this program, which will support one cooperative agreement for the operation of America House over the period of one year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applications may be submitted by U.S. or Ukrainian public and private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c)(3).
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate experience working in Ukraine and should have a legally registered local office to provide program oversight. The applicant organization must be able to demonstrate the ability to administer all components of the program as outlined in this solicitation, and in cooperation with the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv.
- Third country organizations and individuals are not eligible.
How to Apply
Application materials must be submitted via email at the address given on the website.
Eligible Countries: United States and Ukraine
For more information, please visit Grants.gov.