Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #19.040
U.S. Mission to Italy Public Diplomacy Grants Program
Posted
February 09, 2023
Respond By
April 01, 2023
Identifier
19.040
NAICS
928120, 813219, 813211
This opportunity is a grants program from the U.S. Mission to Italy, focused on public diplomacy and cultural exchange. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Italy - Eligible Applicants: - U.S. and Italian not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, individuals, educational institutions, and governmental institutions - Preference for Italian NGOs or partnerships that build capacity with Italian NGOs - Program Focus Areas: - Climate cooperation - Democracy and democratic values - Transatlantic security - Economic prosperity (including women’s economic empowerment) - Countering disinformation from Russia and China - Products/Services Requested: - Cultural and exchange program services, such as academic lectures, seminars, artistic workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions - All programs must include a significant American cultural element and primarily target Italian audiences - Funding Details: - Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 - Project duration up to 12 months - Notable Requirements: - No funds for construction, vehicles, office rent, or alcohol - Programs must have a strong American component - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grants program for services and programming
Description
The U.S. Mission to Italy's Public Diplomacy Section is offering funding through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program to strengthen ties between the United States and Italy via cultural and exchange programs. 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 ranges from $10,000 to $50,000 for up to 12 months, with applications due by March 31, 2023.