U.S. Embassy Guatemala – PAS Annual Program Statement

Description

1) Objective

PAS Guatemala invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural, educational, professional, and/or scientific ties between the United States and Guatemala through cultural, educational, and/or exchange programming that highlights our shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural or educational element, or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

Projects that may be eligible to receive funding through the PAS Small Grants Program include, but are not limited to:

· Academic and professional lectures, seminars, workshops, and speaker programs
· Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions
· Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs
· Professional or academic exchanges and programs

2) Eligibility

Eligible are Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience; Individuals; Non-profit or governmental educational institutions.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Guatemala.

4) Budget

Maximum award amount is $25,000 and minimum award amount is $2,000. Expected number of awards is 20.

5) Application

Applications can be submitted by 14 August 2023.