At a glance
ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT - PUBLIC AFFAIRS ITALY is a federal competitive grant from U.S. Mission to Italy for the science & technology sector. Funding is $10K–$100K. Eligible applicants: Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification). The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from Italy and the United States: • Registered U.S. and Italian not-for-pr. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Apply via the official listing at www.grants.gov.
- Amount
- $10K–$100K
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Open
About this program
The U.S. Mission to the Republic of Italy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement outlining funding priorities, strategic themes, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. PA Italy invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Italy through cultural and exchange programming that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a significant American cultural element, connection with American expert(s), organization(s), OR institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Priority Program Areas: American and Italian voices countering malign influencers and misinformation campaigns Promoting strong transatlantic relations; Creativity and innovation in education and the arts, and problem solving of issues of mutual interest to both countries; American Studies, particularly American History and Literature, to include university linkages; Promoting diversity and inclusion; Empowerment and prosperity through STEM education and entrepreneurship; American English Language Study; Media Literacy.
Who can apply
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification). The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from Italy and the United States: • Registered U.S. and Italian not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience in Italy; • U.S. or Italian individuals; • U.S. and Italian non-profit or governmental educational institutions; • U.S. and Italian Governmental institutions.
How to apply
Apply through Grants.gov using funding opportunity number ROMENOFO002DOSEUR. Register your organization (SAM.gov + Grants.gov) before the deadline, then submit the application package listed in the official notice.
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