Opportunity Information: Apply for DOSRUS 16 GR 002
Apply for DOSRUS 16 GR 002
- The DOS-RUS in the humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY 2016 Moscow American Center Program" 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 Dec 18, 2015 and posted on Dec 18, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jan 29, 2016. (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 $350,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY 2016 Moscow American Center Program (Funding Opportunity Number DOSRUS 16 GR 002) is a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Moscow (PAS Moscow) grant opportunity to select one implementing partner to help run and strengthen the American Center at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the recipient would not only receive funding but would also work in close coordination with the Embassy on planning and execution. The program sits in the Humanities/Cultural Affairs space (CFDA 19.040) and supports the broader American Spaces network, a worldwide set of roughly 700 centers backed by the State Department's Bureau of International Information Programs (IIP).
At its core, the opportunity is about providing administrative, technical, and programmatic support that enables the American Center to function as a modern, technology-forward public engagement hub. The Center is described as welcoming and interactive, designed to bring together Embassy staff, visiting U.S. speakers or experts, and local implementing partners with Russian audiences. A major emphasis is placed on engaging young leaders and young professionals, using the Center as a platform for dialogue on topics that matter to U.S.-Russia relations. In practice, that framing suggests support for event production and logistics, digital and audiovisual capability, scheduling and coordination with speakers, day-to-day operations, and the kind of program development that keeps a public-facing center active and relevant.
The funding is discretionary, with an award ceiling of $350,000, and the Embassy expects to make one award. Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with further clarification intended to be provided in the full eligibility text of the announcement, which typically means the competition may be open to a range of non-federal entities depending on the specific restrictions in the solicitation.
The application deadline is strict: proposals had to be submitted by Friday, January 29, 2016, no later than 6:00 p.m. Moscow time. The Embassy notes that email submissions are judged by the U.S. Department of State system timestamp, and anything received after 6:00 p.m. is automatically ineligible, so timing and confirmation of receipt are critical. The opportunity was created and posted on December 18, 2015, and the closing date did not change from the original posting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the FY 2016 Moscow American Center Program?
The FY 2016 Moscow American Center Program is a U.S. Department of State grant opportunity run by the U.S. Embassy in Moscow (PAS Moscow) to select one implementing partner to help run and strengthen the American Center at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOSRUS 16 GR 002.
Who is offering this funding opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Moscow (PAS Moscow).
How many awards does the Embassy expect to make?
The Embassy expects to make one award.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling is $350,000.
Is this a grant or a cooperative agreement?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement. This means the recipient would receive funding and also work in close coordination with the U.S. Embassy Moscow on planning and execution.
What does "cooperative agreement" imply for how the project is carried out?
Based on the description provided, a cooperative agreement implies an active working relationship with the Embassy, with close coordination on planning and program execution rather than the recipient operating fully independently.
What program area or sector does this opportunity fall under?
The opportunity is in the Humanities/Cultural Affairs space and is identified under CFDA 19.040.
How does this program relate to American Spaces?
The program supports the broader American Spaces network, a worldwide set of roughly 700 centers backed by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of International Information Programs (IIP).
What is the purpose of the American Center described in this opportunity?
The American Center is described as a welcoming and interactive, technology-forward public engagement hub designed to bring together Embassy staff, visiting U.S. speakers or experts, local implementing partners, and Russian audiences.
What kinds of support is the implementing partner expected to provide?
The opportunity centers on providing administrative, technical, and programmatic support to enable the American Center to function as a modern public engagement space.
What types of activities are implied by "administrative, technical, and programmatic support"?
Based on the opportunity description, this can include support for event production and logistics, digital and audiovisual capability, scheduling and coordination with speakers, day-to-day operations, and program development that keeps the Center active and relevant.
Who is the primary target audience for engagement?
A major emphasis is placed on engaging young leaders and young professionals.
What thematic focus is highlighted for programming?
The Center is positioned as a platform for dialogue on topics that matter to U.S.-Russia relations.
What is the eligibility category listed for applicants?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with further clarification intended to be provided in the full eligibility text of the announcement.
Does "Others" mean any organization can apply?
The information provided only states that eligibility is listed as "Others" and that details would appear in the full eligibility text. Whether any specific organization can apply would depend on the restrictions and definitions in the solicitation.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was created and posted on December 18, 2015.
What was the application deadline?
Proposals had to be submitted by Friday, January 29, 2016, no later than 6:00 p.m. Moscow time.
Was the deadline flexible or extendable?
The deadline is described as strict, and the closing date did not change from the original posting.
How were email submissions time-stamped for deadline purposes?
Email submissions were judged by the U.S. Department of State system timestamp.
What happens if an application is received after the stated deadline?
Anything received after 6:00 p.m. Moscow time was automatically ineligible.
Why is timing and confirmation of receipt important for this opportunity?
Because the system timestamp determines whether a submission is on time and late submissions are automatically ineligible, timing and confirmation of receipt are critical.
What is the role of PAS Moscow in this program?
PAS Moscow (the Public Affairs Section at U.S. Embassy Moscow) is the Embassy office associated with the opportunity and would coordinate closely with the recipient under the cooperative agreement structure.
What is the broader goal of strengthening the American Center?
Based on the description provided, the broader goal is to ensure the Center operates as a modern, technology-forward engagement hub that supports active public programming and dialogue with Russian audiences, particularly young leaders and professionals.
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