# Democratic Horizons: Community Engagement and Media Literacy Programs in Bavaria

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/ofop0001455-democratic-horizons-community-engagement-and-media-literacy/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/354726

> U.S. Mission to Germany offered grants of up to $80,000 (at least $20,000) to nonprofits. It expected to make one award worth $80,000 in total. Applications closed on September 1, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | OFOP0001455 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Germany |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | September 1, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | $80,000 |
| Award floor | $20,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $80,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

## What the grant funds

The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Consulate Munich is offering funding to implement initiatives aimed at reinforcing democratic norms, improving media literacy, and countering extremist narratives across Bavaria. This initiative responds to recent trends indicating a need for stronger community engagement and educational efforts to counter misinformation, promote intercultural understanding, and support democratic principles. The program seeks to empower civil society, youth, and media organizations through targeted projects that foster resilience against extremist narratives, enhance digital literacy, and encourage active civic participation. By supporting innovative and impactful programs, we aim to strengthen the democratic fabric of Bavarian communities and ensure a more informed and engaged citizenry. Please refer to the full funding opportunity for program overview and federal award information.

## Questions people ask

### Is OFOP0001455 still open?

No. It closed on September 1, 2024. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for Democratic Horizons: Community Engagement and Media Literacy Programs in Bavaria?

U.S. Mission to Germany accepted applications from nonprofits.

### What is the deadline for Democratic Horizons: Community Engagement and Media Literacy Programs in Bavaria?

Closed September 1, 2024. 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 $80,000 each. About $80,000 in total for one award.

### 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.