Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Algeria

Purpose of Small Grants

• PAS Algiers invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties between the U.S. and Algeria through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural 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.

Examples of PAS Small Grants Program programs include, but are not limited to:

• Academic and professional lectures, seminars and speaker programs;
• Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances and exhibitions;
• Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs;
• Professional and academic exchanges and programs;
• English language programs.

Priority Program Areas

• English language and research exchange: proposals that enhance the Algerian public’s understanding of U.S. culture, values, history, society, and policies through building English language capacity and/or expanding education and research exchange opportunities in both public and private institutions.
• Countering mis- and dis-information: proposals that increase understanding of mis- and dis-information and strengthen media, citizenry, and civil society capacity to promote democratic processes and active civil engagement of the Algerian people and serve as a link to government resources and services for the people.
• Entrepreneurship: proposals that strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem, particularly those that increase opportunities and support for minority and women participation in the workforce.

Funding Information

• Award amounts: awards may range from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $100,000
• Length of performance period: 1-12 months
• Number of awards anticipated: 0-10 awards (dependent on amounts and projects submitted)
• Anticipated program start date:  after October 1, 2024

 Priority Participants and Audiences

• Youth: Algerian youth ages 12-30, particularly those from minority groups or underserved areas.
• Press and media: public and private traditional media outlets, influencers, and bloggers.
• Creators (e.g., artists, entrepreneurs): Algerian creators ages 25-45, particularly those from minority groups or underserved areas and/or those who work on building civil society or climate friendly/sustainable projects.

Eligibility Criteria

• The Public Affairs Section encourages applications from U.S. and Algeria and any other country for projects that would have any significant bonds with the priority programs areas.
• Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with programming experience.
• Individuals: Specialized professional individuals
• Non-profit or governmental educational institutions
• Governmental institutions
• Social enterprises: public or private.
• Press and media: Including public and private traditional media outlets.
• Entities specialized in the project fields.
• For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

Ineligible

• The following types of programs are not eligible for funding:
  • Programs relating to partisan political activity;
  • Charitable or development activities;
  • Construction programs;
  • Programs that support specific religious activities;
  • Fund-raising campaigns;
  • Lobbying for specific legislation or programs;
  • Scientific research;
  • Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of the organization; or
  • Programs that duplicate existing programs.

For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Algeria.