U.S. Embassy Yerevan PDS Annual Program Statement

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Opportunity number
PDS-APS-FY25-02
Agency
Applications due
Award size
$5,000 to $150,000

Opportunity facts

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Funding instrument
Cooperative Agreement, Grant
Category
  • Other
Eligible applicants
Not on record

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About this opportunity

The U.S. Embassy Yerevan in Armenia is seeking proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Armenia, including cultural and exchange programs highlighting shared values and promoting bilateral cooperation. The embassy invites qualified individuals and organizations to apply for this opportunity, with a focus on three priority areas: championing inclusion of persons with disabilities and vulnerable communities, strengthening U.S.-Armenia cultural ties through arts and heritage preservation, and strengthening independent media while countering disinformation. Proposals will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with two annual review cycles: October 1-January 31 and February 1-June 1.

This funding opportunity has a total budget of $250,000, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $150,000. Approximately 10 awards are anticipated, funded through the Fulbright-Hays Act, Smith-Mundt Act, and Foreign Assistance Act. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Armenian non-profit organizations, individuals, educational institutions, and government entities, but not for-profit entities. Projects should be completed within 12 months, with anticipated start dates of May 1, 2025 or September 1, 2025.

Synopsis

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Update #2 · Latest ·

The Embassy invites proposals from qualified individuals and organizations for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Armenia, including cultural and exchange programs that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American 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, culture, and perspectives. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and awarded pending funding availability. This Annual Program Statement outlines our funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting proposals. Please follow all instructions below carefully.



Priority Program Areas

1. Championing the rights of persons with disabilities and displaced communities, by funding proposals that build awareness and opportunities for persons with disabilities, or support integration of displaced communities.


2. Strengthening U.S.-Armenia Cultural Ties, by funding proposals that promote U.S.-Armenia cultural exchange, including through music, literature, dance, arts, film, and sports; bring together U.S. and Armenian artists and other experts to collaborate, and support artistic and cultural heritage preservation projects that showcase Armenia's archaeological, cultural, and natural treasures.


3. Strengthening Independent Media and Countering Disinformation, by funding proposals that cultivate an independent media environment, champion the rights of all, and help counter disinformation.

Update #1 ·

The Embassy invites proposals from qualified individuals and organizations for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Armenia, including cultural and exchange programs that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American 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, culture, and perspectives. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and awarded pending funding availability. This Annual Program Statement outlines our funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting proposals. Please follow all instructions below carefully.


Priority Program Areas

1. Championing Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities and Vulnerable Communities, by funding proposals that support social inclusion, strengthen inclusive education, accessibility, or build awareness and opportunities for persons with disabilities, or support inclusion and integration of displaced communities.


2. Strengthening U.S.-Armenia Cultural Ties, by funding proposals that promote U.S.-Armenia cultural exchange, including through music, literature, dance, arts, film, and sports; bring together U.S. and Armenian artists and other experts to collaborate, and support artistic and cultural heritage preservation projects that showcase Armenia's archaeological, cultural, and natural treasures.


3. Strengthening Independent Media and Countering Disinformation, by funding proposals that cultivate an independent media environment, champion the rights of all, and help counter disinformation.

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