Description
The U.S. Embassy Ghana Public Affairs Section is seeking Statements of Interest from organizations for funding to strengthen ties and build relationships between the United States and Ghana. The proposed projects should promote increased understanding of American values, perspectives, and policies, and build relationships between Americans and Ghanaians. The priority program areas include improving accountable governance, promoting opportunity in underserved communities, maintaining and bolstering peace and security, and spurring environmentally sustainable economic growth. The applicants should submit a concept note, which is a concise document that describes the program idea, its objectives, and the proposed activities. The concept note should also include an American content component, a budget estimate, and an organization background.
Some examples of programs that may be considered for funding include:
• Academic or professional speaker programs involving an American speaker
• Artistic and cultural programs, joint performances, or exhibitions involving American artists or subject matter
• Programs that expand PAS American Corners and American Spaces activities
• Programs developed by an alumnus of a U.S.-government sponsored educational or professional exchange program
• Roundtables, panels, and workshops
• Media training
The duration of the project should be between 6-18 months, and the total available funding is up to $200,000, with award amounts ranging from $15,000 to $25,000.