# Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pas-800-fy23-03-public-diplomacy-small-grants-program-2023/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/344623

> U.S. Mission to North Macedonia offered grants of up to $20,000 (at least $1,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make about 12 awards worth $100,000 in total. Applications closed on August 15, 2023.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PAS-800-FY23-03 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to North Macedonia |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 15, 2023 |
| Award ceiling | $20,000 |
| Award floor | $1,000 |
| Expected awards | 12 |
| Total funding | $100,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

While U.S. NGOs may apply, preference is given to NGOs from North Macedonia or to partnerships that develop capacity with North Macedonia’s NGOs. For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

## What the grant funds

PAS Skopje invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and North Macedonia through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to: · Academic and professional lectures, seminars and speaker programs; · Programs that support culture and the arts, including mutual appreciation of artistic work from both countries; · Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions; · Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs; · Professional and academic exchanges and programs; · Programs focused on entrepreneurship and innovation; · Programs focused on diversity and empowerment of youth and underserved communities; · Programs focused on democratic processes and values; · Programs focused on gender issues; · Programs focused on human and equal rights; · Programs focused on media literacy; · Programs focused on strengthening resiliency against disinformation; and malign influence; · Programs focused on environment protection; and · Programs that support North Macedonia’s Euro-Atlantic integration process. Priority Program Areas: The objectives of the Public Diplomacy Grant Program are to promote positive relations between North Macedonia and the United States; to reinforce shared values; and to connect North Macedonia’s emerging leaders to the American people. We fund projects that: • Help North Macedonia’s youth build and develop skills to improve their potential through innovative science (especially environmental and health awareness), technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) programs, as well as through entrepreneurship programs and vocational training. • Focus on educating youth and publics about current environmental issues, including crafting creative solutions to environmental challenges, green energy initiatives and energy conservation, climate change adaptation strategies, as well as action plans to deal with water scarcity exacerbated by climate change and urbanization. • Encourage North Macedonia’s youth to participate in civic life through social entrepreneurship, volunteerism, and community engagement. • Strengthen understanding of U.S.

## Questions people ask

### Is PAS-800-FY23-03 still open?

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

### Who can apply for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023?

U.S. Mission to North Macedonia accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program 2023?

Closed August 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 $20,000 each. About $100,000 in total across about 12 awards.

### 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.