U.S. Embassy Bridgetown PAS Annual Program Statement
ID: 350439Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

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

Award Range

$1K - $24K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Barbados is inviting proposals for the U.S. Embassy Bridgetown Public Affairs Section Annual Program Statement, aimed at strengthening ties between the U.S. and Barbados, as well as the Eastern Caribbean, through cultural, educational, business, and scientific programming. Proposals must include an American cultural element and align with the mission's goals, focusing on areas such as economic diversification, education, human rights, and cultural connections. The total estimated funding for this program is $75,000, with individual awards ranging from $1,000 to $24,000, and a total of approximately 10 awards expected. Interested applicants, specifically non-profit organizations and higher education institutions with active registrations on www.sam.gov, should submit their proposals by September 30, 2024, and can contact Nakita Holder for further information.

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