Closed · PDS-FIN-FY23-01 · CFDA 19.040 · Discretionary

U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Federal grant opportunity posted by U.S. Mission to Finland, cataloged on Grants.gov.

$5K-$50K
Award range
Closed
Status
August 31, 2023
Close date
10
Expected awards

The verdict

U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Finland that offered $5,000 -- $50,000 across 10 expected awards. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$5K-$50K
award range
Closed
application status
10
expected awards
19.040
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement - is cataloged under number PDS-FIN-FY23-01 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Finland. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on February 8, 2023. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is $5,000 -- $50,000. The agency has projected $200,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 10 awards. If the agency funds the expected 10 awards from the $200,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $20,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on August 31, 2023. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

Award Range

$5,000 -- $50,000

Close Date

August 31, 2023

Proposals will be considered on a rolling basis until August 31, 2023

Posted

February 8, 2023

Est. Total Funding

$200,000

Expected Awards

10

Instrument

Grant

Description

The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Finland, U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. PDS Finland invites proposals for programs that promote bilateral cooperation and highlight shared values. All programs must include an American perspective, societal or cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and viewpoints. Additionally, programs must include a public outreach component(s), such as livestreaming, masterclasses, traditional media, digital outreach, or events open to audiences. Examples of PDS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: · Academic and professional lectures, and seminars; · Professional and academic exchanges and programs; · Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions Priority Program Areas: · Proposals that relate to the Arctic and increasing cooperation between Arctic states and communities; · Addressing climate change and changing environmental conditions; · Proposals that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility; · Proposals that address global security challenges and increasing understanding of NATO, including programs in support of Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives; · Proposals that increase collaboration and exchange between American and Finnish students and teachers; · Proposals that promote economic prosperity, entrepreneurship, and innovation The following types of programs are not eligible for funding: · Programs relating to partisan political activity; · Charitable or development activities; · Construction programs; · Fund-raising campaigns; · Lobbying for specific legislation; · Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization; · Programs intended for an individual’s personal enrichment or career development; · Programs that do not include a partner based in Finland; · Grants to for-profit entities Proposed programs should be completed in 24 months or less. PDS will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category codes 00, 01, 02, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 11, 12, 13, 20, 21. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

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Parent Grant Program

CFDA 19.040

USAID International Development Grants

U.S. Department of State

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Agency Contact

Mission Finland Public Diplomacy Grants Management Team

Key Dates

Posted February 8, 2023
Close Date August 31, 2023
Archive Date September 30, 2023
Last Updated February 8, 2023

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement", offered by U.S. Mission to Finland. It is associated with CFDA program 19.040. The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Embassy in Finland, U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is ...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on August 31, 2023. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $5,000 -- $50,000. Total estimated funding: $200,000. Expected number of awards: 10.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

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