Strengthening Independent Media in the Eastern Caribbean
ID: 355232Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Barbados (DOS-BRB)

Award Range

$500K - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355232
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Barbados is offering a federal grant titled "Strengthening Independent Media in the Eastern Caribbean" aimed at enhancing the capacity of media outlets in the region to provide objective and quality information. The grant seeks proposals from U.S. or foreign not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and civil society groups to address challenges faced by Caribbean media, including declining revenue, lack of resources, and vulnerability to disinformation. With a total funding amount of $500,000, the project will focus on training, mentorship, content provision, and supplying necessary equipment to support independent journalism. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by July 28, 2024, and can contact Donald Maynard at BridgetownPress@state.gov for further information.

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    maynarddg@state.gov
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