ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT - PUBLIC AFFAIRS ITALY

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Description

The U.S. Mission to the Republic of Italy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement outlining funding priorities, strategic themes, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. PA Italy invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Italy through cultural and exchange programming that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a significant American cultural element, connection with American expert(s), organization(s), OR institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Priority Program Areas: American and Italian voices countering malign influencers and misinformation campaigns Promoting strong transatlantic relations; Creativity and innovation in education and the arts, and problem solving of issues of mutual interest to both countries; American Studies, particularly American History and Literature, to include university linkages; Promoting diversity and inclusion; Empowerment and prosperity through STEM education and entrepreneurship; American English Language Study; Media Literacy.

Eligibility

The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from Italy and the United States:

• Registered U.S. and Italian not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience in Italy;
• U.S. or Italian individuals;
• U.S. and Italian non-profit or governmental educational institutions;
• U.S. and Italian Governmental institutions.
Funding Details
Award Floor
$10,000.00
Award Ceiling
$100,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
Not specified
Expected Awards
Not specified
Key Dates
Posted
February 4, 2021
Closes
N/A
Archive Date
N/A
Agency Information
Agency Name
U.S. Mission to Italy
Agency Code
DOS-ITA
Funding Instrument
Other