# Dar America Cultural Programming 2021

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pas-morocco-fy21-05-dar-america-cultural-programming-2021/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/334567

> U.S. Mission to Morocco offered grants of up to $45,000 (at least $15,000) to nonprofits and individuals. It expected to make about 2 awards worth $45,000 in total. Applications closed on August 8, 2021.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PAS-MOROCCO-FY21-05 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Morocco |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 8, 2021 |
| Award ceiling | $45,000 |
| Award floor | $15,000 |
| Expected awards | 2 |
| Total funding | $45,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.441 |

## Who can apply

- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Individuals
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The Public Affairs Office encourages applications from all sectors: committed and organized civil-society organizations, local representatives of civil society, think tanks, non-governmental organizations, cultural institutions, academic institutions, and individuals. All grantees must have a non-profit status. Preference is given to Moroccan NGOs or to partnerships that develop capacity with Moroccan NGOs.

## What the grant funds

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE DAR AMERICA Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: Dar America Cultural Programming 2021 Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY21-05 Deadline for Applications: August 8th, 2021 Assistance Listing Number: 19.441 Total Amount Available: $45,000 A. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Mission in Morocco’s Public Affairs Office is pleased to announce funding for Dar America’s monthly cultural programming calendar. Proposals should plan a minimum of two programs per month from October 2021 through July 2022 (minimum 10 total) and employ music, art, theater, dance, literature, film, or a combination thereof to explore the importance of diversity and inclusion. Successful proposals should contain a substantial American component and engage Moroccan youth (ages 15-30) around monthly themes that celebrate the contributions of diverse groups (e.g., Black History Month, Women’s History Month, etc.). Funding will be made available through a cooperative agreement with the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Consulate in Casablanca, which is located at Dar America. Priority Region: Casablanca, Morocco Program Objectives: · To enhance cross-cultural understanding through music, literature, or fine arts programs · To expand knowledge and interest in the United States among Moroccan youth · To promote diversity and inclusion as a key pillar of U.S. foreign policy Participants and Audiences: Moroccan youth (15-30 years of age) B. FEDERAL AWARD INFORMATION Length of performance period: 12 months Number of awards anticipated: 1-2 awards (dependent on amounts) Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $15,000 to a maximum of $45,000 Total available funding: $45,000 Type of Funding: FY21 Fulbright-Hays Anticipated program start date: Fall 2021 This notice is subject to availability of funding. Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative agreement. Dar America staff will have substantial involvement in selecting and vetting artists or performers. Program Performance Period: Proposed programs should be completed in 12 months or less. The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. C. ELIGILIBITY INFORMATION 1.

## Questions people ask

### Is PAS-MOROCCO-FY21-05 still open?

No. It closed on August 8, 2021.

### Who can apply for Dar America Cultural Programming 2021?

U.S. Mission to Morocco accepted applications from nonprofits and individuals. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Dar America Cultural Programming 2021?

Closed August 8, 2021. 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 $45,000 each. About $45,000 in total across about 2 awards.

### Who has won ECA – American Spaces grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Project Harmony Inc, Kazakhstan Amcorners Network, Oo. The program made 1,809 awards worth $35.9 million in that time.