U.S. Mission Sweden PDS Annual Program Statement
ID: 356809Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Sweden (DOS-SWE)

Award Range

$500 - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356809

Additional Information

https://se.usembassy.gov/small-grants-program/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Sweden is inviting grant proposals through its Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement, aimed at enhancing U.S.-Sweden relations. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public entities, with funding ranging from $500 to $100,000 for projects that align with priority areas such as security, sustainability, prosperity, and understanding. This initiative is crucial for fostering international collaboration and addressing pressing regional challenges, with an estimated total program funding of $200,000 available for up to ten awards. Interested parties should submit their applications by July 31, 2025, and can direct inquiries to StockholmSmallGrants@state.gov or visit the U.S. Embassy in Sweden's website for more information.

    Files
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    GRANT.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Stockholm is inviting grant proposals from eligible organizations, specifically excluding commercial companies and students. Applicants must identify their organization type, provide a registration number, and indicate any previous grants received from the Embassy. The process requires a Unique Entity ID, with registration on SAM.gov being compulsory. The grant application includes sections for detailing the requested funding, project description, timeline, target audience, partners, expected outcomes, and payment details. Applicants are encouraged to describe their organization’s mission and provide biographies of project managers. The submission can be sent via email or postal mail to the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section. Overall, the document serves as a guide for potential applicants to navigate the grant application process, emphasizing thoroughness in the project description and compliance with financial regulations.
    Notice.pdf
    The U.S. Mission Sweden has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY25 Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement, which allocates approximately $200,000 for grants supporting projects that enhance U.S.-Sweden relations. The program is open to not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public entities, with funding ranging from $500 to $100,000 for up to ten anticipated awards. The priority areas include SECURITY (regional safety and cybersecurity), SUSTAINABILITY (climate and economic issues), PROSPERITY (entrepreneurship and innovation), and UNDERSTANDING (cross-cultural connections). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with deadlines through 2025, and must adhere to specific submission formats and criteria, including a clear link to U.S. interests and a focus on Swedish or regional audiences. The evaluation will consider the organization's capacity, feasibility of the program idea, budget justification, and sustainability. The Department of State emphasizes that this funding is not guaranteed and reserves the right to reject proposals, while also requiring compliance with federal regulations and guidelines. This NOFO exemplifies the government's effort to support diplomatic initiatives through community engagement and international collaboration.
    SF424_4_0-V4.0
    SF424_Individual_2_0-V2.0.pdf
    The document provides a notification regarding the necessity of Adobe Reader 8 or higher for accessing a specific federal government file. It indicates that the file may be inaccessible due to an absence of the required Adobe Reader installation or improper environment configuration. Users seeking to resolve these issues are directed to Adobe's official website for necessary instructions on installation and configuration. The primary focus of this notification is to ensure users can access documents related to federal government RFPs, grants, and similar content without technical barriers, emphasizing the importance of having the correct tools for document viewing in a governmental context.
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    US.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Stockholm Grant Request Budget Worksheet outlines the financial requirements for project funding. It requires an itemized budget in USD, categorizing expenses into equipment rental, venue rental, salaries, travel, accommodation, per diem, materials, honoraria, equipment purchases, overhead, and other costs. The document notes specific guidelines: grant funds cannot cover catering costs—though incidental costs of up to 5% may be considered—and emphasizes the importance of cost sharing for evaluating grant requests. It encourages applicants to describe any in-kind contributions toward total project costs, such as venue space and salaries. Items purchased with grant funds valued over USD100 must be detailed. This structure serves as a framework for applicants to prepare their budget proposals, ensuring clarity and compliance with funding regulations while promoting accountability and strategic partnership. The document is sensitive but unclassified, highlighting its purpose to guide applicants in securing embassy funding while adhering to federal guidelines.
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