Annual Program Statement (APS) for Fiscal Year 2025
ID: 356973Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia (DOS-SAU)

Award Range

$10K - $50K

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/356973
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia is offering a funding opportunity through its Annual Program Statement (APS) for Fiscal Year 2025, aimed at enhancing cultural, educational, and professional ties between the United States and Saudi Arabia. The program invites proposals for projects that align with specific objectives, including promoting economic empowerment, preserving cultural heritage, enhancing media literacy, and supporting the Saudi film industry, with a focus on engaging youth and marginalized groups. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 will be awarded, with a total estimated funding of $150,000 for approximately three projects, and applications are due by June 30, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to JeddahPASGrants@state.gov for inquiries and proposal submissions.

    Point(s) of Contact
    JeddahPASGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Annual.pdf
    The Annual Program Statement (APS) for Fiscal Year 2025 by the Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, seeks to enhance cultural, educational, and professional connections between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. The funding opportunity, numbered DOS-SAU-2501-PD, aims to support projects ranging from $10,000 to $50,000 with application deadlines set for January 31 and June 30, 2025. The program prioritizes initiatives that strengthen ties in education, promote economic empowerment, preserve cultural heritage, enhance media literacy, and support the Saudi film industry, particularly engaging youth and marginalized groups. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and educational institutions, with a requirement for at least two years of relevant experience. Proposals must align with at least one grant priority area and include an American cultural component. The selection process involves evaluating the originality, feasibility, and organizational capacity, while ensuring compliance with budgetary and administrative requirements outlined in the document. This APS promotes the U.S. Department of State's public diplomacy goals, encouraging collaboration through grant activities that foster mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations.
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