U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador – Public Affairs Section – Notice of Funding Opportunity
Agency: U.S. Mission to Ecuador
- 19.040 -- Public Diplomacy Programs
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The Public Affairs Sections of the U.S. Embassy in Quito and U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil, under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State, are pleased to announce available funding through the Public Diplomacy Federal Awards Program. This is an open competition, outlining funding priorities, strategic themes of importance, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding.
The Public Affairs Sections in Quito and Guayaquil invite proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Ecuador through cultural and exchange programming that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. Please carefully follow all instructions below.
...Program Objectives:
Applicants should outline how they will ensure all projects address one or more of the following strategic outcomes:
· Advance and defend democratic principles and human rights through:
Fortifying democratic institutions and promoting democratic values and universal freedoms.
Promoting equal rights, social inclusion, and respect for human dignity of all people, especially members of marginalized communities.
· Promote mutual, inclusive, and sustainable economic prosperity through:
Expanding equal access to economic opportunities for marginalized groups.
· Strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships to address global challenges, including climate change through:
Pursuing environmental priorities to conserve biodiversity, protect vital ecosystems, and address challenges posed by climate change.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
- Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
Education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Please email contactocultural@state.gov with any questions.
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Technical_Application_Template_FY23.docx | Suggested Application Template | Jan 26, 2023 03:49 PM UTC |
| Budget_Template_FY23.xlsx | Suggested Budget Template | Jan 26, 2023 03:50 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
https://ec.usembassy.gov/notice-of-funding-opportunity-2023/
Archived: May 14, 2023
Award
$--
Program Funding
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Expected awards
$30,000
Award Minimum
$45,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
PAS-SEC-FY23-01
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Public Diplomacy
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
January 30, 2023
Archive date:
May 14, 2023
