Strengthening Sindh-Balochistan Radio Media
ID: 352291Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Pakistan (DOS-PAK)

Award Range

$200K - $250K

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/352291
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Feb 12, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Apr 15, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The U.S. Mission to Pakistan is seeking to strengthen the Sindh-Balochistan radio media through a cooperative agreement. This opportunity falls under the category of public diplomacy and has a funding floor of $200,000 and a funding ceiling of $250,000. The project aims to leverage U.S. media expertise, resources, and technological advancements to empower local radio stations in the Sindh and Balochistan provinces. It seeks to promote cultural exchange, improve the quality and reach of radio broadcasting, and incorporate U.S. government messaging to increase awareness and broaden outreach. The project implementation period is 18 to 24 months. Not-for-profit organizations and civil society/non-governmental organizations are eligible to apply. The deadline for applications is April 15, 2024. For more information, contact PakistanGrants@state.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
PakistanGrants@state.gov
Files
Title
Posted
Applicant Organizational Information Sheet.docx
4/10/2024
Budget Category Descriptions Guide.docx
4/10/2024
Budget Narrative Sample Template.xlsx
4/10/2024
DOS - Mission Pakistan - CGK - Strengthening Sindh-Balochistan Radio Media - AF021224.pdf
4/10/2024
Instructions - PMP Template.docx
4/10/2024
SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf
4/10/2024
SF424A-V1.0.pdf
4/10/2024
SF424B-V1.1.pdf
4/10/2024
Template - M&E PMP (Excel version).xlsx
4/10/2024
Template - M&E PMP (Word version).docx
4/10/2024
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