Opportunity Information: Apply for PDS FI FY24 01
The U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement (Opportunity Number PDS FI FY24 01) is a discretionary funding opportunity run by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Finland, through the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS). It provides grant or cooperative agreement funding for projects that strengthen U.S.-Finland ties, emphasize shared democratic values, and increase understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives in Finland. The program is designed as an annual statement of priorities rather than a single themed call, so applicants are expected to shape proposals around the Embassy's strategic public diplomacy goals while following the submission instructions in the announcement.
A central requirement is that every project clearly includes an American element. That can be an American perspective in the content, a cultural or societal connection to the United States, or direct involvement of American experts, organizations, or institutions. Just as important, proposals must name a confirmed Finland-based partner organization (or otherwise demonstrate a concrete local Finnish organizational connection), reflecting that these activities are meant to reach and engage Finnish audiences through credible local collaboration. The Embassy also expects a public outreach component, meaning projects should not be closed-door efforts; instead, they should include ways to reach broader audiences such as public events, livestreams, masterclasses, media engagement, digital outreach, or other open-access programming.
The types of activities PDS Finland is looking to support include cultural and artistic initiatives (workshops, joint performances, exhibitions), academic and professional programming (lectures, seminars), and exchanges that build professional or educational connections. While the program allows flexibility in format, proposals are expected to be audience-facing and to advance mutual understanding and cooperation rather than serving only internal organizational needs.
Priority areas guide what the Embassy is most interested in funding. These include projects connected to the Arctic and strengthening cooperation among Arctic states and communities; climate change and environmental conditions; diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA); global security challenges and improving public understanding of NATO, including Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) initiatives; increasing collaboration and exchange between American and Finnish students and teachers; boosting economic prosperity through entrepreneurship and innovation; and efforts that counter disinformation. Applicants that can credibly tie their programming to one or more of these themes, while keeping the U.S.-Finland relationship and public outreach at the center, will fit most closely with the stated priorities.
The announcement also spells out what is not fundable, which helps draw a clear line around allowable public diplomacy work. Ineligible projects include partisan political activities, charitable or development assistance, construction, fundraising campaigns, and lobbying for specific legislation. The Embassy also will not fund projects primarily aimed at the applicant organization's institutional growth, nor will it support activities mainly intended for an individual's personal enrichment or career development. Proposals must involve a Finland-based organization, and grants are not available to for-profit entities.
From an administrative standpoint, applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the closing date of July 31, 2024. The listed award ceiling is $50,000, and the Embassy anticipates making around 10 awards. Eligible applicants are broad and include various U.S. public entities and educational institutions, nonprofits (with or without 501(c)(3) status), and individuals, but the project itself must still meet the Finland-focused partnership and outreach requirements described above. The funding is provided under CFDA 19.040, and awards may be issued either as grants or cooperative agreements depending on the level of anticipated involvement by the Embassy in the project.Apply for PDS FI FY24 01
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Finland in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled " U.S. Embassy in Finland Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Oct 11, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2024 Proposals will be considered on a rolling basis until July 31, 2024. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), 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, Individuals.
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