U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Annual Program Statement
ID: 350972Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Bulgaria (DOS-BGR)

Award Range

$500 - $25K

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/350972

Additional Information

https://bg.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grant-opportunities/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Bulgaria is offering funding through the U.S. Embassy Sofia's Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement, aimed at strengthening cultural and exchange ties between the United States and Bulgaria. The program invites proposals for initiatives that promote leadership, civic engagement, media literacy, and community integration, with a requirement for an American cultural element in each project. A total of $300,000 is available for grants, with individual awards capped at $25,000, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis with deadlines on December 29, March 29, and August 2. Interested applicants can find more information and submit proposals via email at SofiaGrants@state.gov, and are encouraged to review the detailed guidelines available at the U.S. Embassy's grant opportunities webpage.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SofiaGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Annual Program Statement - 2024 FINAL EB.pdf
    Annual.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Sofia's Public Diplomacy Section is offering funding through its Annual Program Statement for cultural and exchange programs that strengthen ties between Bulgaria and the United States. A total of $300,000 is available, with individual grants capped at $25,000. Proposals should focus on themes such as leadership, civic engagement, media literacy, and community integration, involving American cultural elements. Eligible applicants include Bulgarian, European, or U.S.-based organizations and individuals with a proven track record in program execution. Key details include rolling application deadlines (December 29, March 29, and August 2), with an emphasis on early submissions. Each application should contain a well-structured proposal, budget justification, and necessary forms. Ineligible projects include those related to political activities, charitable actions, and for-profit ventures. Award recipients must adhere to specific conditions, including ongoing reporting requirements. The program aims to support long-term civic engagement and educational initiatives, reflecting the shared values between the two nations while enhancing democratic resilience in Bulgarian society.
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