Muscat - Annual Program Statement (APS)- PD Small Grants Program
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The Public Diplomacy Section of Embassy Muscat announces an open competition to support projects that advance foreign policy priorities in Oman while strengthening the long-standing partnership between the United States...
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Eligible applicants:
see the Eligibility tab for the criteria from the official announcement.
Where:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District of Columbia.
Award:
$1k–$50k.
Matching funds:
not required.
Deadline type: Fixed.
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The Public Diplomacy Section of Embassy Muscat announces an open competition to support projects that advance foreign policy priorities in Oman while strengthening the long-standing partnership between the United States and the Sultanate of Oman. This Annual Program Statement outlines strategic funding priorities, eligibility criteria, and application guidelines for grants ranging from $1,000 to $50,000, with project durations of up to 12 months. Successful proposals should clearly demonstrate how their projects support public diplomacy goals; showcase American values, and strengthen the bilateral relationship. The goals of policy in the region are to: 1) secure opportunities that advance commercial and strategic interests; 2) promote trusted cooperation in emerging space; and 3) deepen people-to-people ties that showcase American excellence. Applicants should clearly explain how their projects support public diplomacy goals, strengthen the -Oman partnership, and highlight American innovation. Programs should include a clear element, such as engagement with professional networks; the use of American best practices; or activities that increase understanding of the United States and its partnership with Oman. Program Description1. Project Objectives The Public Diplomacy Section of Embassy Muscat is pleased to invite applications for federal assistance funding opportunities, pending availability of funds, through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This Annual Program Statement outlines the Embassy’s funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting proposals. Applicants should carefully follow all instructions below. The Public Diplomacy Section seeks proposals for programs that advance foreign policy priorities in Oman while strengthening the long-standing partnership between the United States and Oman. Competitive proposals should clearly demonstrate how the proposed project makes the United States more prosperous; and showcases American excellence, expertise, innovation. Programs should include a clear element, such as engagement with professional networks; the use of American best practices; or activities that increase understanding of the United States and its role as a trusted partner for Oman. 2. Program Objectives Applicants may submit proposals that address one of the program goals below. Proposals should focus on one or more of the priority outcomes, but applicants may also recommend their own objectives if they clearly align with Embassy Muscat priorities. Goal 1. Advancing -Oman Commercial Ties, and Shared Prosperity: This goal supports programs that make the United States more prosperous by expanding -Oman economic cooperation, strengthening commercial ties, and highlighting the value of trusted business practices. Projects may support Omani leaders, and institutions in sectors that advance shared economic priorities, including innovation, trade and energy, creative industries, and other areas linked to Oman’s economic diversification goals. Programs should demonstrate how engagement with professional networks can help Omani audiences develop practical skills, build market-oriented solutions, and identify opportunities for long-term -Oman commercial cooperation. Project Audience(s): professionals, chambers of commerce, academic institutions, economic relevant civil society partners. Priority Outcome(s): Applicants may focus on one or more of the outcomes listed below. Applicants are encouraged to propose additional objectives and innovative activities that address this priority program area. Increased awareness among Omani audiences of opportunities for -Oman private-sector collaboration. Stronger connections between Omani business leaders and professional networks. Greater understanding of American business practices, innovation models, market-based solutions, and trusted standards in sectors important to Oman’s economic growth.
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