OpportunityTitle: Cultural Programming in Balkh Province
CategoryExplanation: Public Diplomacy
AdditionalInformationOnEligibility: Eligibility is open to all U.S., Afghan, and international organizations with direct experience in conducting cultural and educational programs, and a proven track record of success implementing projects in Balkh Province, Afghanistan. For-profit entities are not eligible for this opportunity. Organizations must demonstrate current country registration license (when applicable), competent programmatic ability and be able to meet reporting requirements. Non-Afghan organizations or companies are required to partner with an Afghan organization or company.
Description: The Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, invites all eligible organizations (see Section IV for Eligibility Requirements) to submit a proposal for a Cooperative Agreement to design, organize and implement cultural programming in Mazar-e Sharif and other parts of Balkh province over the course of one year, in close cooperation with the U.S. Consulate in Mazar-e Sharif. The programs will engage the general public and important target audiences by addressing a series of issues that are priorities for the United States government (USG) and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIROA). A successful proposal will address all the requirements outlined in this Request for Grant Proposals (RFGP), demonstrate the organization&#146;s professional experience in conducting similar projects in Balkh Province, and the ability to meet the goals and objectives outlined in the RFGP.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: Inquiries &amp; submissions
GrantorContactText: Deborah B. Smith, Grants Manager, Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy, Kabul, Afghanistan