250 years of American Independence
ID: 360098Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Bahrain (DOS-BAH)

Award Range

$10K - $80K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Community Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360098
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Bahrain is offering a grant opportunity titled "250 years of American Independence" to support activities commemorating the 250th anniversary of American Independence on July 4, 2026. This initiative aims to highlight American contributions in arts, music, sports, and innovation through various events and media engagements in Bahrain, fostering cultural understanding and enhancing U.S.-Bahrain relations. Eligible applicants include individuals, with funding ranging from $10,000 to $80,000, and proposals are due by September 4, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact the Public Affairs Office at ManamaPAO@state.gov.

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    ManamaPAO@state.gov
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    Notice of Funding Opportunity - America 250.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Manama, Bahrain, announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) titled "America @ 250 – Bringing American Excellence to Bahrain," with Opportunity Number DOS-Manama-PD-2025-005. This initiative celebrates the 250th anniversary of American Independence by funding activities and events showcasing American excellence in arts, music, sports, and innovation. Eligible applicants include individuals, public, and non-profit entities in Bahrain and the United States, with a budget range of $10,000 to $80,000. Applications are due by September 4, 2025. Projects should aim to enhance U.S.-Bahrain relations and cultural understanding, with a performance period of 10 to 12 months. Substantial involvement from the Embassy's Public Affairs Section is expected for media engagements. Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration, though individuals are exempt. Proposals will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, budget, monitoring plans, and sustainability. Funding cannot be used for the UNRWA or for programs promoting preferences based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin that violate anti-discrimination laws.
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