# American Corner Programming

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/dospng-23-gr-004-american-corner-programming/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/347566

> U.S. Mission to Papua New Guinea offered grants of up to $5,000 (at least $5,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes and individuals. It expected to make about 8 awards. Applications closed on July 15, 2023.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DOSPNG-23-GR-004 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Papua New Guinea |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | July 15, 2023 |
| Award ceiling | $5,000 |
| Award floor | $5,000 |
| Expected awards | 8 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Individuals

## What the grant funds

Funding Opportunity Description The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy Port Moresby (PD Port Moresby) announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to support the development and implementation of strategic educational programming at American Corner and American Center in Port Moresby. American Corner and American Center educational programs are planned in consultation with the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Section. Programs should be free to the public and utilize the help of volunteers and local partners. Programs should take advantage of the resources available in the space, such as our 3D printer, computers, cameras, microphones, and other equipment. Programs should focus on one of the following themes: · Economic Empowerment and Technology - advance economic independence and sustainable development, particularly for women, youth and vulnerable population to. · Media Literacy – to develop a society that is able to recognize false information or question the accuracy of information. · Civic Education – promote participation in government, teaching rule of law, the role of the constitution, and leadership. · Environment and Climate - to promote sustainable businesses models, train business owners about environmental awareness, or to develop an understanding of ways to sustainably manage ecosystems and natural resources while doing business.  Core Programs 1. Providing accurate, compelling, timely and audience-appropriate information about the United States – its history, culture, society, values, and foreign policies. 2. Facilitating business English, English for job skills, CV and resume writing, research skills, and technical writing. 3. Promoting higher education study in the United States by providing international students with accurate, comprehensive, and current guidance on applying to U.S. colleges and universities. 4. Promoting science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). Priority Region: Primary activities must take place at the American Corner, located in the National Library, or the American Center, located in the U.S. Embassy Port Moresby. Secondary activities may bring American Corner programs to local audiences such as schools and universities, provided there is a connection to the American Corner. Budgets may include some costs to transport participants to the American Corner or American Center.

## Questions people ask

### Is DOSPNG-23-GR-004 still open?

No. It closed on July 15, 2023. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for American Corner Programming?

U.S. Mission to Papua New Guinea accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes and individuals.

### What is the deadline for American Corner Programming?

Closed July 15, 2023. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $5,000 each.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.