Funder: U.S. Mission to Italy - https://it.usembassy.gov/
Due Dates: No fixed deadlines; proposals accepted on a rolling basis
Funding Amounts: Up to approximately $100,000 per award; funding supports cultural and exchange programs
Summary: Grants support programs that strengthen U.S.-Italy cultural ties through exchange and public diplomacy initiatives highlighting shared values and cooperation.
Key Information: Programs must include a significant American cultural element and promote understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.
Description
The U.S. Mission to the Republic of Italy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) offers funding through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program to support projects that enhance cultural and educational ties between the United States and Italy. This Annual Program Statement outlines the priorities and procedures for submitting funding requests.
The program seeks proposals for initiatives that promote bilateral cooperation and shared values through cultural and exchange programming. All projects must incorporate a significant American cultural component, including collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions, to foster greater understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives.
Priority Program Areas Include:
- Countering malign influencers and misinformation campaigns with American and Italian voices
- Promoting strong transatlantic relations
- Encouraging creativity and innovation in education, arts, and problem-solving on mutual issues
- Supporting American Studies, especially American History and Literature, including university partnerships
- Promoting diversity and inclusion
- Empowering prosperity through STEM education and entrepreneurship
- American English language study
- Enhancing media literacy
This grant opportunity is designed to support a wide range of cultural, educational, and public diplomacy projects that align with U.S.-Italy shared interests.
Due Dates
- There are no fixed deadlines; proposals are accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants should check the official website for any updates or specific submission windows.
Funding Amount
- Typical awards can be up to approximately $100,000.
- Funding supports program costs related to cultural exchange, educational initiatives, and public diplomacy activities.
Eligibility
- Eligible applicants typically include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and other entities engaged in U.S.-Italy cultural and educational exchange.
- Projects must include a significant American cultural element and collaboration with American experts or institutions.
- The program focuses on initiatives that promote mutual understanding and cooperation between the two countries.
Application Process
- Interested applicants should prepare proposals aligned with the stated priority areas.
- Proposals must clearly demonstrate how the program will strengthen U.S.-Italy ties and include American cultural components.
- Detailed application instructions and submission procedures are available on the U.S. Embassy in Italy’s website.
- Since there are no fixed deadlines, applicants should submit proposals as early as possible for consideration.
Additional Information
- The Public Affairs Section administers these grants as part of the U.S. Mission’s broader efforts to enhance diplomatic, cultural, and economic relations.
- Programs that address misinformation, promote STEM education, and foster diversity and inclusion are especially encouraged.
- Collaboration with American institutions or experts is a mandatory component of funded projects.
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