The U.S. Mission in Morocco’s Public Affairs Office (PAO) is pleased to announce that funding is available through the Public Diplomacy Grant Program for projects ranging in value from $5,000 to $25,000. Projects for lesser or greater values will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to promote positive relations between Morocco and the United States; reinforce shared values; and connect Morocco’s emerging leaders to the American people through projects that: · Strengthen understanding of U.S. values and institutions; highlight U.S. culture, including American Studies, English language teaching/learning, and study in the United States; and support diversity, acceptance of minority groups, and other areas of mutual interest. · Help Moroccan youth explore and discover their potential through innovative science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM,) programs, as well as entrepreneurship programs. · Encourage Moroccan youth to participate in civic life through social entrepreneurship, volunteerism, and community engagement. APPLICATION PROCESS Application Deadlines Applications will be reviewed three times during Fiscal Year 2020. The deadlines for application are: Round 1: November 30, 2019 Round 2: March 31, 2020 Round 3: June 30, 2020 Proposal Format To apply, please complete these forms in English: The Project Narrative (DOC 47 KB) The Budget Proposal (XLSX 22 KB) SF424 (Application for Federal Assistance – Must be signed) (PDF 265 KB) SF424A (Budget Information) (PDF 1 MB) SF424B (Assurances – Must be signed) (PDF 70 KB) Submit all forms in electronic format to:
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