U.S. Embassy to the United Kingdom PDS Annual Program Statement
ID: 358395Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom (DOS-GBR)

Award Range

$10K - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358395

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=0f8fb82647c25a9067358810326d43a5&view=Default
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    Description

    The U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom is inviting proposals for its Public Diplomacy Section's Annual Program Statement, aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the United States and the United Kingdom. Eligible applicants include individuals, non-governmental organizations, civil society organizations, think tanks, government institutions, and academic institutions, with project budgets ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. This funding opportunity, which totals an estimated $800,000, supports initiatives that promote U.S. Embassy priority areas and engage audiences across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales, particularly targeting youth aged 18 to 35. Interested parties should submit their applications by August 15, 2025, and can find more information through the provided link to the MyGrants platform.

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    NOFO-.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State, through its Embassy to the United Kingdom, is announcing a funding opportunity under its Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) for fiscal year 2025. This program aims to strengthen U.S.-UK bilateral relations through grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with a total funding pool of up to $800,000. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 15, 2025, and must align with priorities involving democracy, global challenges, and climate change. Eligible applicants include individuals, non-profits, academic and governmental institutions. Proposed projects should feature a public-facing component that engages diverse audiences, particularly youth, and demonstrate collaborations with U.S. entities. Ineligible projects cover partisan activities, fundraising, and research. Successful applications will undergo a rigorous review and be evaluated based on their organizational capacity, program feasibility, adherence to Embassy priorities, budget justification, and sustainability of impact. The program emphasizes support for underserved communities and will require detailed proposals, budget justifications, and a monitoring and evaluation plan to assess the program's effectiveness. All applications must be submitted through designated channels, adhering to specified criteria and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
    The-U.S.-Embassy-London-Grant-Proposal-Template-2025.docx
    The U.S. Embassy Grant Proposal Template provides a structured format for organizations seeking funding to submit proposals for projects that align with U.S. government strategic objectives. Key components of the proposal include a project title, decision date, project timeline, contact information for project and administrative leads, and an elevator pitch summarizing the project's core idea. Proposals must outline strategic objectives and provide a concise project description detailing the project's origin, goals, innovation, and justification for selection. An American component is beneficial but not required for tolerance or counter-extremism projects. The document also emphasizes identifying specific targeted audiences, creating an impact amplification plan, listing public and private partners, establishing performance indicators, estimating total costs, and detailing requested funding and budget narratives. A clear budget is encouraged to specify project expenditures and funding sources. This template serves to streamline the proposal process, ensuring all necessary information is presented for consideration in line with governmental priorities.
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