# U.S. Embassy Dhaka PDS Annual Program Statement

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pds-dhaka-nofo-fy2023-01-u-s-embassy-dhaka-pds-annual-program-statement/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/344669

> U.S. Mission to Bangladesh offered grants of up to $75,000 (at least $20,000) to nonprofits and colleges and universities. It expected to make about 4 awards. Applications closed on June 30, 2023.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PDS-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2023-01 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Bangladesh |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | June 30, 2023 |
| Award ceiling | $75,000 |
| Award floor | $20,000 |
| Expected awards | 4 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- 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
- Private institutions of higher education

The following types of programs are NOT eligible for funding: • Programs relating to partisan political activity; • Charitable or development activities; • Construction and infrastructure programs; • Programs that support specific religious activities; • Fundraising campaigns; • Lobbying for specific legislation or programs • Scientific research; • Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization; • Programs that duplicate existing programs; • Projects consisting of a single meeting or brief conference; • Projects or events that require participants pay for entrance or participation; and • Projects or events benefitting a for-profit enterprise

## What the grant funds

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The U.S. Embassy Dhaka Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit program proposals that strengthen, expand, and celebrate U.S.-Bangladesh people-to-people ties, institutional linkages, and bilateral cooperation of U.S.- Bangladesh diplomatic ties. PDS invites organizations interested in potential funding to submit project proposals outlining program concepts that reflect these goals. Upon review of the proposals, PDS will invite selected applicants to the merit review process. Please carefully follow all instructions below. PURPOSE PDS Dhaka invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural, educational, or professional ties between the people of Bangladesh and the United States. Programs must highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an U.S. cultural element, or connection with an U.S. expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. This can also include the involvement of Bangladeshi alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. Applicants are encouraged to review the U.S. Mission to Bangladesh Integrated Country Strategy to help develop strong proposals that align with the U.S. government’s priorities in Bangladesh. Examples of PDS-funded programs include, but are not limited to: · Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs; · Capacity-building workshops and training programs; · Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions; · Professional, cultural, and academic exchanges, partnerships, and programs including research collaboration; and · English language programs.

## Questions people ask

### Is PDS-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2023-01 still open?

No. It closed on June 30, 2023. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for U.S. Embassy Dhaka PDS Annual Program Statement?

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

### What is the deadline for U.S. Embassy Dhaka PDS Annual Program Statement?

Closed June 30, 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 $75,000 each.

### 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.