U.S. Embassy Santiago Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement

Description

1) Objective

The U.S. Department of State provides funding for well-conceived projects that support U.S. Embassy Santiago’s strategic priorities in Chile. All proposed projects should strengthen bilateral ties between the United States and Chile and include a clear U.S. element that will promote increased understanding of the United States among the Chilean public. They may include U.S. expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

Proposals should address one or more of the following priority program objectives:
• Bolster Free and Independent Media: Chilean journalists and students, acquire new skills and tools to recognize and mitigate the spread of disinformation and online violence, as well as reduce vulnerability to unreliable news sources.
• Advance Social and Economic Inclusion: Chilean civil society and government advance the rights of and opportunities for marginalized and vulnerable communities, including women, indigenous and African descendant Chileans, and immigrants, in order to promote more stable and sustainable social and economic conditions.
• Promote Partnerships for Climate Action: Strengthened partnerships among different stakeholders including civil society, academia, business, and government increase citizen participation in climate action, in order to build climate resilience and help Chile lead alongside the United States in the region.

2) Eligibility

Eligible applicants include U.S. and Chilean registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience, individuals, non-profit or governmental educational institutions, and private institutions of higher education.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Chile.

4) Budget

Total available funding is $500,000. Grants may range from $40,000-$100,000.

5) Application

The deadline for applications is May 15, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and funds may be fully committed as they are received, so early submission is advised. For additional information or assistance, applicants can contact the U.S. Embassy in Chile, Public Diplomacy Section. Proposals should be well-conceived and support the strategic priorities of the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, with a clear U.S. element to promote understanding of the United States in Chile.