OpportunityTitle: Afghan University Media Operations Center
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligibility is limited to:  &#149; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education   &#149; Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education (must be an NGO/PVO headquartered in Afghanistan).   The Department encourages organizations that have not previously received international program funding from the U.S. Government to apply under this announcement.  New applicants must have a demonstrated expertise in construction and media center development, and the ability to develop and implement a program.  Expertise and established relationships with indigenous NGOs and/or local officials in Afghanistan will be considered favorably.
Description: The U.S. Embassy Kabul Public Affairs Section is pleased to announce an open competition for assistance awards through this Request for Proposals (RFP). Public Affairs invite Afghan or U.S. non-profit/non-governmental organizations to submit proposals to establish &#147;new multimedia centers&#148; at partner Universities in Afghanistan. The grantee will construct the new building, procure the media equipment and provide training on the equipment to appropriate university staff. The Department will have approximately $7.7 million available to award one grant for four university media centers.
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GrantorContactText: Kyle Thompson &lt;br/&gt;Program Officer &lt;br/&gt;US Embassy Kabul &lt;br/&gt;Public affairs Section &lt;br/&gt;