U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
Key Information
Due Date: July 31, 2024
Agency: U.S. Department of State (DOS)
Source: Federal
Funding Category:
Arts Recreation & Culture
Funding Amount: Not Specified
Funding Type: Cooperative Agreement, Government
Match Required: No
Contact Info:
HelsinkiGrants@state.gov
For inquiries
Overview
The application must name a confirmed Finnish organization involved in the project. The program also requires a public outreach element, which may include options like livestreaming, masterclasses, traditional media, digital outreach, or open events.
The PDS has marked a broad range of areas as funding priorities. These include projects related to arctic regions and ecological changes, initiatives that promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA), programs which enhance understanding of NATO and contribute to initiatives for Women, Peace, and Security, ventures that increase collaboration and exchange between American and Finnish students and teachers, proposals promoting economic prosperity, entrepreneurship, and innovation, and finally, proposals that aim to counter disinformation.
However, it should also be noted that certain types of programs are ineligible for funding. These include programs which are politically motivated, charitable or developmental activities, construction programs, fundraising campaigns, programs lobbying for specific legislation, or programs that primarily benefit the organization's growth or an individual's self-enrichment or career. Also, projects not involving a Finland-based entity and those involving for-profit entities will not be considered viable for funding.
Key Dates
Open Date: October 11, 2023
Application Due Date: July 31, 2024
Estimated Award Date: Not Specified
Additional Details
Eligible Activities
- Community Engagement
Eligible Applicants
- State governments
- County governments
- City, village or township governments
- Special district governments
- Independent school districts
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Individuals