Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #2301
U.S. Mission to Italy Public Diplomacy Grants Program – Cultural and Exchange Initiatives
Posted
February 09, 2023
Respond By
April 01, 2023
Identifier
2301
NAICS
928120
This opportunity from the U.S. Mission to Italy seeks proposals for its Public Diplomacy Grants Program to enhance U.S.-Italy relations through cultural and exchange initiatives. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Mission to Italy - Eligible Applicants: - U.S. and Italian not-for-profit organizations, individuals, educational institutions, and governmental institutions - Preference for Italian NGOs or partnerships - Products/Services Requested: - No physical products or part numbers requested - Services: Programs that strengthen U.S.-Italy ties via cultural and exchange activities (e.g., academic lectures, artistic workshops, exhibitions) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Programs must include a significant American cultural element - Focus areas: climate cooperation, democracy, transatlantic security, economic prosperity, countering disinformation - Target audience: Italians or residents of Italy - Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and have a UEI number - Funding cannot be used for construction, vehicles, office rent, alcohol, or certain other activities - Award Details: - Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 - Performance period up to 12 months - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified in this opportunity.
Description
The U.S. Mission to Italy's Public Diplomacy Section is offering funding through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program to support programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Italy via cultural and exchange programming. Eligible programs should target primarily Italian audiences and include significant American cultural elements. Priority areas include climate cooperation, democracy and democratic values, transatlantic security, economic prosperity, and countering disinformation. Funding amounts range from $10,000 to $50,000 with a performance period of up to 12 months, starting in Summer/Fall 2023.