DOS - PDS - U.S. Embassy Moscow, Public Affairs Section FY 2024 Annual Program Statement

Overview

PDS Moscow invites proposals for projects that support future constructive relations and reinforce ties between the American and Russian people. All grant proposals must convey an element of U.S. history, culture, or values. Competitive proposals should support a priority program area (see below). Competitive proposals should also include a connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s that will promote increased cooperation between the people of the United States and Russia even after the program has finished.

Priority Programming Areas:

• Media & Information: Projects that promote an understanding of freedom of the press, good journalistic practices, increased access to information, and improved media and digital literacy for the Russian people;
• Sharing America: Projects that promote an understanding of the American values of democracy, freedom of expression, and an open society, as well as proposals that increase the understanding of America’s diverse cultures and groups;
• Empowering Women & Minorities: Projects that support the rights of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities;
• Environment & Space: Projects that promote improvements, innovation, advancement, and collaboration in the areas of space and the environment;
• English Language Learning & Teaching: Projects that support innovative, interactive teaching and learning of the English language. Projects that support ongoing efforts of the Regional English Language Office will be especially welcome (https://ru.usembassy.gov/education-culture/english-language-office/).

Length of performance period: Up to 24 months

Award amounts: Awards may range from $25,000 – $200,000 for organizations, $25,000 – $50,000 for individuals