OpportunityTitle: Notice of Funding Opportunity - PAS Beirut
CategoryExplanation: Program Objectives:     U.S. Embassy Beirut seeks proposals that promote the following themes:  Youth engagement in community development;  Culture and the arts as tools to promote freedom of expression, youth engagement, and/or economic advancement;  Freedom of speech, transparency, and democratic values;  Alumni engagement in community service initiatives (Note: projects proposing alumni networking without a broader community service purpose are not likely to receive funding);
Description: A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy of Lebanon / Public Diplomacy Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations, individuals, and alumni of U.S. Exchange programs to submit applications to carry out a program to promote mission goals as outlined in this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). Please carefully follow all instructions below. Priority Region: Proposals must be implemented in Lebanon, with priority given to projects implemented partially or entirely in underserved areas. Program Objectives: U.S. Embassy Beirut seeks proposals that promote the following themes: - Youth engagement in community development; - Culture and the arts as tools to promote freedom of expression, youth engagement, and/or economic advancement; - Freedom of speech, transparency, and democratic values; - Alumni engagement in community service initiatives (Note: projects proposing alumni networking without a broader community service purpose are not likely to receive funding); Key Guidelines: - Applicants may apply as individuals. Individual applicants should apply for no more than $10,000 in funding. - Applicants may apply as groups (for example, a group of alumni), or as non-profit organizations. Groups and non-profit organizations should apply for $25,000- $50,000 in funding. - Art festivals and one-day events, such as workshops, may present proposals with a budget lower than $25,000 to organize and implement such programs. - For alumni proposals, partnerships with existing, active alumni organizations are encouraged. - Successful projects should identify and work with appropriate partner institutions. Partner institutions can be engaged to provide expertise and advice as well as cost-share activities. In all cases, cost-sharing (financial and/or in-kind donations) and indications of buy-in from the host community is encouraged for a competitive grant. - All applicants and activities should be Lebanon-based. - Each project will be evaluated based on its potential sustainability, meaning its ability to reach different audiences and goals during and beyond the grant cycle; projects that demonstrate sustainability will be given preference. Please note: - All projects should be conducted mainly or entirely in English. Successful grantees will explain how they plan to enhance target audiences&#8217; English language acquisition through the grant, and if unable to conduct the grant entirely in English, applicants must provide explanation. - Successful grantees should be prepared to share their grant activities, as appropriate, on our social media. - Priority will be given to proposals that: o Target a large number of beneficiaries throughout and beyond the grant period o Engage Youth from a variety of backgrounds, with a plan that encourages collaboration and leadership from a cross-section of youth o Touch on more than one theme, e.g., career and job planning with community service, arts/music and academic success, or technical skills for marginalized groups. These are just examples and applicants are encouraged to propose creative solutions. B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: 3 to 12 months Number of awards anticipated: 5-10 awards Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $10,000 (individual applicants) to a maximum of $50,000 (groups and organizations) Total available funding: $250,000 Type of Funding: FY19 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated program start date: June 2019 This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Grant Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 24 months or less.Complete information available at: https://lb.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-public-affairs-small-grants-program-2/
GrantorContactEmailDescription: beirutpd@state.gov
GrantorContactText: Public Affairs Section &lt;br/&gt;U.S. Embassy Beirut &lt;br/&gt;Grantor