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STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-24-0006: Media Small Grants Program

Closed Closed June 30, 2024 Opportunity STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-24-0006 ☆ Save

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 Kyrgyzstan notices from 2024.

• Award ceiling$50,000
• Award floor$10,000
• Cost sharingNot required
• Funding typeOther

Key dates

Who can apply

This opportunity was open to the applicants described in the notice.

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

The Media Small Grants Program supports the development of the Kyrgyz Republic’s media institutions by competitively awarding small grants to: ⮚ Kyrgyz Republic-registered non-profit, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and associations working in media-related areas; ⮚ Kyrgyz Republic-registered independent media organizations and companies; and ⮚ Kyrgyzstani journalists and content creators producing journalistic content for online platforms. State bodies are encouraged to work with eligible NGOs, independent media organizations, and individuals to submit applications. American or other third country organizations are not eligible for grants under this program.

Is this a realistic fit?

• Past AEECA/ESF PD Programs awards averaged $83,527; this notice allows up to $50,000 per award.
• No cost sharing or match is required.

What the grant funds

The Media Small Grants Program advances the U.S. Embassy goal of supporting a more inclusive and accountable democracy. It seeks to increase journalistic professionalism, expand the capabilities of independent media, and promoted access to information. The intended result is increased production of balanced, locally relevant, diverse, and high-quality media products. Prior activities through this program have included support for projects that: Produced quality journalism and educated journalists on best practices, including investigative work on key issues. Educated the public on safe social media use for children by partnering with social media influencers and bloggers. Supported the ability of government relations officials to effectively communicate with constituents. Produced journalistic content that highlights women’s leadership in the regions. Proposed programs should be innovative and clearly demonstrate how they will complement any ongoing programs and avoid duplicating past efforts. They may include activities that improve upon or expand existing successful projects. Applicants should pay close attention to the PDS project goal and target audiences when developing their proposals.

Category: Other.

Applying now

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