Public Affairs Annual Program

Public Affairs Annual Program Statement is now accepting an application. The U.S. Embassy Port of Spain Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Department of State (hereafter referred to as “PAS POS”) is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining the funding priorities, the strategic themes they focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below.

Eligibility

In deciding which projects to support, the Embassy will consider the full range and diversity of Trinbagonian and U.S. organizations. The Public Affairs Section will also seek to target geographically and demographically diverse audiences throughout both islands. American and Trinbagonian individuals and institutions with a proven track record of executing superior cultural and educational events and programs will receive preference. Preference will be
given to proposals that demonstrate the long-term sustainability of the project and that include some form of cost-sharing with the partner institution(s) and private sector engagement that will allow the programs to become sustainable in future iterations. Preference will also be given to proposals where multiple organizations are collaborating on projects under a single grantee. Strong proposals will include impact assessment, in addition to results evaluation, at the conclusion of the grant period.

The following types of programs are not eligible for funding:

• For-profit trade activities
• Commercial projects
• Scientific research
• Projects whose primary aim is the institutional development of the organization
• The purchase of space or buildings in support of program activities
• Development projects
• Construction projects
• Individual travel to conferences
• Scholarships to support educational opportunities or study for individuals
• Completion of activities begun with other funds
• Fundraising or fund development projects
• Projects that are inherently political in nature or that contain the appearance of partisanship or support to an individual or single party in electoral campaigns.
• Political party or lobbying activities in support of political parties
• Projects that support specific religious activities
• Cash prizes for competitions

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Benefits

• Length of performance period: up to 12 months
• Number of awards anticipated: 15 awards (dependent on amounts)
• Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of US$5,000 to a maximum of US$20,000
• Total available funding: US$200,000

Application Process

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