U.S. Embassy Brussels PAS Annual Program Statement (APS)

Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Brussels PAS Annual Program Statement (APS) Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-BE200-FY22-01 Deadline for Applications: August 8, 2022 CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Total Amount Available: Amount pending funds availability Maximum for Each Award: Up to $75,000 The U.S. Embassy Brussels Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This Annual Program Statement outlines our funding priorities, strategic themes, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Applications for programs are accepted on a rolling basis until the deadline. Each quarter prior to the deadline, a grant review committee reviews applications. The deadline is necessary to provide sufficient time to process and award programs in advance of the end of our fiscal year on September 30, 2022. Purpose of Grants: PAS Brussels invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Belgium by highlighting shared values and promoting bilateral cooperation. Grant proposals must convey an American cultural element, support a priority program area (see below), or include a connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.