Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS COL FY18 02
The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy Colombo Public Affairs Section (PAS), announced a discretionary grants opportunity for programs and activities in the Maldives under the title "U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY COLOMBO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION GRANTS PROGRAM FOR MALDIVES" (Funding Opportunity Number: PAS COL FY18 02). The opportunity is administered by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka, and it uses a grant as the funding instrument. The activity category is listed broadly as "Other," which usually means the supported projects can vary in format as long as they align with PAS public diplomacy goals and the specific guidance provided in the full solicitation.
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 19.040, which is commonly used for Department of State public diplomacy and related programming support. While the eligibility field is labeled "Others," the listing indicates there are additional eligibility details in the full announcement text, suggesting the program may be open to a range of organizations or entities beyond standard categories, depending on the embassy's requirements for Maldives-focused projects.
Key timing and funding details include a posting/creation date of December 6, 2017, and an original application closing date of February 18, 2018. The award ceiling is listed as $24,000 per award, indicating that individual grants were intended to be relatively small and project-focused. The listing also notes "Expected Awards: 100," which implies the embassy anticipated funding multiple projects, potentially across different themes, locations, or audiences, though the exact number and size distribution would ultimately depend on available funds and the quality of proposals received.
For official guidance, application instructions, and clarification of eligible applicants and program priorities, the notice directs prospective applicants to contact the embassy team at ColomboPDGrants@state.gov. This email is the primary point of contact for questions about the program, including whether a proposed project fits the embassy's objectives, what documents are required, and any country-specific or administrative requirements for Maldives-related programming.Apply for PAS COL FY18 02
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka 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. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY COLOMBO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION GRANTS PROGRAM FOR MALDIVES" 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 Dec 06, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 18, 2018. (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 $24,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 100 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY COLOMBO PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION GRANTS PROGRAM FOR MALDIVES."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PAS COL FY18 02.
Which U.S. government office is offering this grant?
This discretionary grants opportunity is announced by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Colombo Public Affairs Section (PAS).
Who administers the program?
The opportunity is administered by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Sri Lanka (via U.S. Embassy Colombo PAS).
What type of funding instrument is used?
The listing indicates the funding instrument is a grant.
What country or location is this opportunity focused on?
The programs and activities supported under this opportunity are for the Maldives.
What is the activity category for this funding opportunity?
The activity category is listed as "Other," which generally signals that projects may vary in format as long as they align with Public Affairs Section public diplomacy goals and any specific guidance in the full solicitation.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA 19.040.
What does CFDA 19.040 generally relate to?
CFDA 19.040 is commonly used for Department of State public diplomacy and related programming support.
Is this a discretionary grant opportunity?
Yes. The announcement describes it as a discretionary grants opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
The eligibility field is labeled "Others." The listing also indicates there are additional eligibility details in the full announcement text, meaning eligibility likely depends on the embassy's specific requirements for Maldives-focused projects.
Where can applicants find the exact eligibility requirements?
The listing points applicants to the full announcement text for additional eligibility details and requirements.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting/creation date is December 6, 2017.
What was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date was February 18, 2018.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is listed as $24,000 per award.
How many awards were expected?
The listing notes "Expected Awards: 100," suggesting the embassy anticipated funding multiple projects, subject to available funds and proposal quality.
Does "Expected Awards: 100" guarantee that 100 grants will be funded?
No. The listing describes an expectation, but actual awards would depend on available funding and the quality and alignment of proposals received.
What kinds of projects are likely to be supported?
Because the activity category is "Other" and the opportunity is run by the Public Affairs Section, projects can vary, but they generally need to align with PAS public diplomacy goals and the specific guidance included in the full solicitation.
How can an applicant confirm whether a proposed project fits the embassy's objectives?
Prospective applicants are directed to contact the embassy team using the email provided in the notice to ask whether a concept aligns with objectives and requirements.
Where should questions about application instructions or required documents be sent?
Questions about official guidance, application instructions, required documents, eligibility, and administrative requirements should be sent to ColomboPDGrants@state.gov.
What is the primary point of contact for this opportunity?
The primary point of contact listed for this opportunity is ColomboPDGrants@state.gov.
What types of clarifications can the embassy contact email address provide?
The notice indicates the embassy team can clarify whether a proposed project fits objectives, what documents are required, and any Maldives-related country-specific or administrative requirements.
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