U.S. Embassy Oslo Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement
ID: 351625Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Norway (DOS-NOR)

Award Range

$1K - $25K

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351625

Additional Information

https://no.usembassy.gov/u-s-embassy-grants-program/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Norway is offering funding opportunities through the U.S. Embassy Oslo's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement, aimed at enhancing U.S.-Norway relations. The program invites proposals for projects that promote American culture, address global security challenges, engage youth on Arctic issues, and foster diversity and inclusion, among other priorities. With an estimated total funding pool of $100,000, individual grants will range from $1,000 to $24,000, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the submission deadline of June 30, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to the Mission Norway Public Diplomacy Grants Management Team at oslogrants@state.gov for inquiries and further details can be found at the U.S. Embassy's grants program webpage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    oslogrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    PDS-OSLO-APS-FY24-0001 - Full Announcement .pdf
    PDS-OSLO-APS-FY24-0001.pdf
    The Annual Program Statement (APS) for the U.S. Embassy Oslo's Small Grants Program for FY24 outlines funding opportunities aimed at enhancing U.S.-Norway relations. With a total funding pool of approximately $100,000, individual grants can range from $1,000 to $24,000, with a submission deadline of June 30, 2024. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and foreign public entities. The program particularly seeks projects that promote American culture, address security and climate issues, foster diversity and inclusion, and engage youth. Applicants are invited to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI), detailing their proposed projects and impact objectives, in a competitive two-tier application process. Proposals must include specific elements such as program activities, partnerships, monitoring plans, and budget details. The review process emphasizes organizational capacity, program feasibility, alignment with U.S. Embassy priorities, and sustainability. The APS indicates that while funding supports various cultural and educational initiatives, it excludes contributions to religious or partisan activities, commercial projects, and personal enrichment endeavors. Overall, the NOFO emphasizes fostering cultural ties and promoting bilateral cooperation through diverse programming.
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