Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales

The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling works of art that reflect U.S. foreign policy and foster international dialogue on shared global challenges. The opportunity is for the U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales, and the selected applicant will be responsible for designing and implementing an exhibition at the U.S. Pavilion in Venice, Italy. The exhibition should promote American values and foster international dialogue on shared global challenges. Key considerations include the theme of the biennale, the suitability of the exhibition for the U.S. Pavilion, and the ability of the applicant to carry out the proposed exhibition with a cost-effective budget. • The opportunity is open to U.S.-based non-profit/non-governmental art, design, educational, and cultural organizations with 501(c) (3) status. • The applicant must provide a cost-sharing or matching contribution. • The applicant must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov. • The exhibition should be designed to engage broad audiences through outreach activities associated with the exhibition. • The applicant must provide a detailed budget and a plan for monitoring and evaluating the exhibition.