# Alternative TV Rating measurement system in Moldova

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pds-chisinau-fy22-13-alternative-tv-rating-measurement-system-in-moldova/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/343222

> U.S. Mission to Moldova offered grants to nonprofits. It expected to make one award worth $500,000 in total. Applications closed on October 31, 2022.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PDS-CHISINAU-FY22-13 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Moldova |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | October 31, 2022 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $500,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.900 |

## Who can apply

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

The following (US and non-US) organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • For-profit organizations (with the condition that the services remain non-profit)

## What the grant funds

The U.S. Embassy invites interested organizations to submit applications for projects that would provide reliable, statistically valid television ratings measurement in Moldova. This program has the goal of establishing an independent trusted provider of unbiased (open) data on TV audiences in Moldova to be used by advertisers, media outlets and other stakeholders. This funding opportunity is authorized by the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Program Objectives: Reliable and trustworthy ratings data are essential for a functioning media market. This project seeks a partner who has a research-based, creative proposal to collect and publish such data for Moldova. Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about the problem and propose solutions that will result in ratings data that reflect reality and can be proven to be accurate. Such a solution could include elements as laid out below: · Establishing a consortium of reputable organizations in Moldova to lead the process to create an alternative measurement system. · Consulting with Moldovan TV stations, media organizations, and advertising agencies during the design of the new rating system · Negotiating access to audience data with major Internet Service Providers (ISPs) whose services include access to TV as well as others who may have audience data. · Providing expert analysis of the data collected, including through the use of outside, independent experts. · Providing free access to ratings and independent data analysis. · Promoting the new service among stakeholders (advertisers, media outlets, business community). Applicants may also provide an adjusted plan or use their own vision on tackling the issue.

## Questions people ask

### Is PDS-CHISINAU-FY22-13 still open?

No. It closed on October 31, 2022.

### Who can apply for Alternative TV Rating measurement system in Moldova?

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

### What is the deadline for Alternative TV Rating measurement system in Moldova?

Closed October 31, 2022. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

About $500,000 in total for one award.

### Who has won AEECA/ESF PD Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc., Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, International Research and Exchanges Board Inc. The program made 2,295 awards worth $192 million in that time.