PAS-MOROCCO-FY21-05: Dar America Cultural Programming 2021
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of U.S. Mission to Morocco notices from 2021.
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.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed July 6, 2021. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$45,000
- Award floor$15,000
- Total funding$45,000
- Expected awards2
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Posted | July 6, 2021 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | August 8, 2021 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | August 31, 2021 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to nonprofits and individuals.
- 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.
Is this a realistic fit?
- Past ECA – American Spaces awards averaged $19,857; this notice allows up to $45,000 per award.
- No cost sharing or match is required.
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.
Who has won ECA – American Spaces grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, ECA – American Spaces (19.441) awarded $35.9 million across 1,809 grant awards, an average of $19,857 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees | 281 | $4.4 million | |
| Project Harmony Inc | Vermont | 1 | $2.4 million |
| Kazakhstan Amcorners Network, Oo | 7 | $725,213 | |
| Charities Aid Foundation (Southern Africa) | 3 | $638,198 | |
| SRI Lanka Development Journalist Forum | 8 | $628,062 |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
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.