U.S. Embassy New Zealand, PD, United States/New Zealand, 150 years of Scientific Collaboration Small Grants Program
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Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to New Zealand (DOS-NZL)

Award Range

$5K - $30K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The U.S. Mission to New Zealand is inviting applications for the 150th Anniversary of U.S.-New Zealand Scientific Collaboration Small Grants Program, aimed at fostering scientific collaboration in areas such as climate change, indigenous science, technology, health, Antarctica, and space. Eligible applicants include individuals, not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public international organizations, with projects required to incorporate an American cultural element and address global challenges through various initiatives. The total funding available for this program is $50,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $30,000, and applications are due by August 19, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Tracey Zemanek at publicaffairsusnz@state.gov or by phone at +6444626122.

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    The U.S. Embassy New Zealand is inviting applications for its 150th Anniversary of U.S.-New Zealand Scientific Collaboration Small Grants Program, with a total funding pool of $50,000, where individual awards may reach up to $30,000. The program, covering the fiscal year 2024, aims to foster scientific collaboration in areas such as climate change, indigenous science, technology, health, Antarctica, and space for New Zealand audiences. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and public international organizations. Applications are due by August 19, 2024, with proposals limited to a maximum of 10 pages. Projects must incorporate an American cultural element and can encompass lectures, workshops, exchanges, and initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges. Ineligible projects include those related to partisan political activities, charitable activities, construction projects, and scientific research. Review criteria consider organizational capacity, program feasibility, alignment with U.S. Mission New Zealand priorities, budget justification, and sustainability of project impacts. Successful applicants will need to comply with federal reporting requirements, and funding is contingent upon the availability of funds. The program reflects the U.S. government's commitment to enhancing international scientific cooperation and addressing critical issues relevant to both countries.
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