Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS CY600 FY21 001
The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cyprus (Public Affairs Section) offered this Public Diplomacy Small Grants opportunity to fund projects that strengthen people-to-people and institutional ties between the United States and Cyprus. The program is built around practical, public-facing engagement that improves mutual understanding and creates lasting partnerships, with an emphasis on projects that can demonstrate clear outcomes and continued impact after the grant ends. Awards were offered as grants or cooperative agreements, with an award ceiling of $15,000 and an anticipated total of about 10 awards under Funding Opportunity Number PAS CY600 FY21 001 (CFDA 19.040). The opportunity was posted June 10, 2021, with an original closing date of July 10, 2021.
Projects were expected to align with one or more priority themes. These include academic collaboration that links U.S. and Cypriot schools, universities, or educational organizations through joint programs, institutional partnerships, guest lectures, and other structured cooperation. Another major theme focuses on countering disinformation by improving media literacy, supporting excellence in journalism, strengthening investigative journalism, and building the capacity of media and civil society to recognize and respond to false or misleading narratives. Cultural exchanges are also a key category, encouraging programs that share U.S. and Cypriot culture through arts, heritage, and creative industries. English language proficiency is supported through efforts that improve English teaching and learning for students and working professionals, particularly in ways that broaden access and strengthen long-term skills.
The grant also encourages science and technology cooperation, especially initiatives related to climate and the environment, broader science collaboration, and STEM/STEAM programs, with special attention to opportunities for women and youth. Social inclusion is another explicit priority area, covering projects that promote equal rights and opportunities for underserved or marginalized communities, including immigrants, LGBTQI individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous communities, and racial minorities. Strengthening democratic institutions is included as well, with eligible activities such as civic education, increasing civic participation, and addressing transnational challenges that affect democratic governance. Finally, the program invites proposals that support post-pandemic economic recovery by building business and entrepreneurial skills using U.S. models, creating new U.S.-Cyprus partnerships for start-ups, encouraging social impact investment, and expanding opportunities for women and young entrepreneurs.
Because the solicitation was issued during the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants were expected, where relevant, to include a primary plan or an alternate plan for virtual delivery. This meant proposing online or hybrid approaches in place of travel and in-person gatherings, and submitting an alternate budget when virtual engagement would change cost needs. The Public Affairs Section indicated it would consider a full range and diversity of U.S. and Cypriot non-profit organizations, but for-profit entities registered as commercial or private businesses were not eligible to receive funding.
In selecting proposals, priority was given to U.S. and Cypriot individuals and institutions with a proven track record of successfully running events, exchanges, and programs. Strong preference was also given to proposals that demonstrate long-term sustainability, such as partnerships that continue beyond the grant period, reusable curricula or toolkits, ongoing networks, or plans for local ownership and follow-on support. Another selection factor was inclusion: proposals were expected to address gender parity among participants or target audiences and to intentionally engage underserved communities, including immigrants, LGBTQI individuals, and people with disabilities.
The notice also clearly listed activities that would not be funded. Ineligible categories included charitable or development activities, construction projects, and programs supporting specific religious activities. Fundraising campaigns and lobbying for specific legislation or programs were excluded, as was scientific research as a primary aim. The program would not support projects mainly focused on institutional growth or development of the applicant organization itself, social welfare or charity projects, or international development work. It also excluded investments that primarily benefit only one or a small number of businesses or individuals, scholarships to study English outside specific Department of State programs, and exchange programs involving countries other than the U.S. and Cyprus. Programs aimed primarily at children under 16 were not eligible, and proposals that duplicate existing programs were also disallowed.Apply for PAS CY600 FY21 001
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cyprus in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Strengthening ties between the U.S. and Cyprus" 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 Jun 10, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 10, 2021. (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 $15,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 10 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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