Media Training & Development (MT&D) Small Grants Program
ID: 333291Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Venezuela (DOS-VEN)

Award Range

$10K - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Information and Statistics

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/333291

Additional Information

https://gpa-mprod-mwp.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/sites/11/2021/04/2021.04.27-VAU-A2I-NOFO.pdf
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Venezuela is announcing the Media Training & Development (MT&D) Small Grants Program, aimed at supporting projects that enhance access to accurate information for Venezuelans in a challenging media environment. The program seeks proposals from registered not-for-profit organizations, individuals, and educational institutions to implement innovative initiatives that strengthen the independent press, utilize accessible technologies, and promote the free flow of information amidst disinformation and intimidation. With a total estimated funding of $1,000,000, the program will award grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, with applications due by June 3, 2021. Interested applicants can reach out to the Venezuela Affairs Unit Public Affairs Section via email at VAUMediaUnit@state.gov for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    The Venezuela Affairs Unit (VAU) Public Affairs Section (PAS)
    +57 322 304 3581
    giljc@fan.gov
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