Media Small Grants Program
ID: 354399Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan (DOS-KGC)

Award Range

$10K - $50K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354399
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan is offering the Media Small Grants Program to support the development of media institutions in the Kyrgyz Republic. This program aims to enhance journalistic professionalism and promote access to information by awarding small grants to eligible Kyrgyz non-profit organizations, independent media entities, and individual journalists producing content for online platforms. The initiative is crucial for fostering a more inclusive and accountable democracy, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 for projects lasting 9-12 months. Proposals must be submitted by June 30, 2024, and interested applicants can reach out to the PDS Grants Team at BishkekProjectProposals@state.gov for further information.

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    Attachment 1a-SF424_FOR ORGANIZATIONS.pdf
    Attachment 1b. SF424_FOR INDIVIDUALS.pdf
    Attachment 1c-SF424A.pdf
    Attachment 2-Media-Small-Grants-Project Application Form.docx
    Attachment 3-Media-Small-Grants Template Budget.xlsx
    Attachment 4a-Media-Small-Grants-Performance-Monitoring-Plan-Template_FOR ORGANIZATIONS.docx
    Attachment 4b-Media-Small-Grants-Performance-Monitoring-Plan-Template_FOR INDIVIDUALS.docx
    Attachment 5-Applicant Organizational Information.docx
    Attachment 6-Media-Small-Grants-Indicators.docx
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    Notice-of-Funding-Opportunity_2024-Media_FINAL.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Media Small Grants Program aimed at enhancing the media landscape in the Kyrgyz Republic. This initiative, funded under the Foreign Assistance Act, is designed to support non-profit organizations, independent media entities, and individual journalists in producing quality journalistic content and promoting access to information. Proposal submissions are due by June 30, 2024, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 for projects lasting 9-12 months. The program emphasizes the importance of strengthening independent media and promoting freedom of expression. Successful proposals should demonstrate innovative solutions to increase public access to reliable information, combat misinformation, and enhance journalism skills through training and mentorship. The evaluation criteria include the quality and feasibility of the project, the applicant's capacity, budget appropriateness, and plans for sustainability. Additionally, applicants are encouraged to engage diverse and underserved communities throughout their initiatives. Overall, this funding opportunity reflects the U.S. Embassy's commitment to fostering a more accountable democracy by supporting diverse, high-quality media practices in Kyrgyzstan.
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