Opportunity Information: Apply for ECA PE C CU 08 43
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- The Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Arts Exchanges on International Issues" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 00.000 Not Elsewhere Classified.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 17, 2008 and posted on Apr 17, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 22, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,250,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $600,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education.
- Please see full announcement.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Arts Exchanges on International Issues grant opportunity is a discretionary funding competition run by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), specifically through the Cultural Programs Division within the Office of Citizen Exchanges. The purpose is to support international arts exchange projects that use the arts as a practical tool to engage civil society, with a strong emphasis on reaching youth as well as diverse and underserved communities. A central theme of the program is strengthening connections between U.S. and overseas nonprofit arts and cultural organizations and linking those institutions more directly with local communities, so that exchanges produce visible, community-level impact rather than staying limited to elite or purely professional circles.
At its core, the program frames arts exchange as a democracy-building strategy. Projects are expected to highlight freedom of thought and freedom of expression, and to show how artistic practice can reinforce empowerment in open societies. ECA is looking for programs that do more than showcase performances or exhibitions; the intent is to use arts and culture to open dialogue, improve mutual understanding, and create sustained partnerships across borders. Through "people-to-people" engagement, the Bureau also aims to counter negative perceptions of the United States, encourage good governance values, contribute to conflict prevention and conflict management, and increase respect for cultural expression and identity internationally.
Competitive proposals should be designed around two-way exchange whenever applicable, meaning participants from the United States and from partner countries both take part and benefit. The program encourages projects that transform understanding at both the institutional level (how organizations work, collaborate, and serve communities) and the individual level (skills, perspectives, and professional networks). Strong proposals are expected to foster substantive dialogue on shared international, arts, and cultural issues; develop professional expertise; and build leadership capacity among participants. The Bureau explicitly signals interest in programs that bring American arts professionals together with their counterparts abroad to build a common framework for addressing shared challenges, rather than one-off cultural presentations.
In terms of funding, ECA anticipated a total of about $1,250,000 available for this competition in FY 2008, with an expectation of making approximately two to four awards. Individual awards were projected to range from $200,000 (floor) to $600,000 (ceiling). The opportunity also includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, so applicants should be prepared to contribute resources (cash or allowable in-kind support, depending on the full announcement) as part of the project budget plan.
Eligibility is aimed primarily at U.S. arts and cultural organizations that are public or nonprofit, including organizations that meet the Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3) requirements. The listing indicates eligibility for nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), as well as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education, with a note to consult the full announcement for any additional eligibility details and constraints. Overall, the Bureau emphasizes inclusion: it is especially interested in engaging socially and economically diverse groups, particularly those with limited prior access to international exchange opportunities or to sustained relationships with U.S. counterpart institutions.
Administratively, the funding opportunity number is ECA PE C CU 08 43, titled Arts Exchanges on International Issues. The notice was posted April 17, 2008, and the application deadline was May 22, 2008 (with archiving on May 23, 2008). For applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically, the contact listed was Hans Posey, Program Specialist, at poseyhe@state.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Arts Exchanges on International Issues (ECA PE C CU 08 43)
What is the Arts Exchanges on International Issues grant opportunity?
Arts Exchanges on International Issues is a discretionary funding competition run by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). It is administered through ECA's Cultural Programs Division within the Office of Citizen Exchanges.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The program supports international arts exchange projects that use the arts as a practical tool to engage civil society. A key priority is reaching youth and diverse, underserved communities, and creating visible community-level impact (not just professional or elite arts engagement).
How does the program define "international arts exchange" in practice?
The opportunity emphasizes exchange as more than performances or exhibitions. Projects are expected to use arts and culture to open dialogue, improve mutual understanding, and build sustained cross-border partnerships between U.S. and overseas nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that are connected to local communities.
What themes or values are projects expected to highlight?
Projects are expected to highlight freedom of thought and freedom of expression, and demonstrate how artistic practice can reinforce empowerment in open societies. The program frames arts exchange as a democracy-building strategy.
What kinds of outcomes is ECA looking for?
Competitive proposals are expected to create sustained partnerships, foster substantive dialogue on shared international arts and cultural issues, develop professional expertise, and build leadership capacity among participants. The aim is to strengthen connections between institutions and link them more directly with local communities.
Is the program looking for one-time cultural showcases?
No. The notice explicitly signals that ECA is looking for programs that go beyond one-off cultural presentations. The intent is to support deeper engagement, shared problem-solving, and longer-term collaboration between U.S. and overseas arts professionals and institutions.
Does the program prefer two-way exchanges?
Yes. Proposals should be designed around two-way exchange whenever applicable, meaning participants from both the United States and partner countries take part and benefit.
Who should benefit from the exchanges?
The program aims for impact at both the institutional level (how organizations collaborate and serve communities) and the individual level (skills, perspectives, and professional networks). It also places strong emphasis on engaging youth and socially and economically diverse groups, especially those with limited prior access to international exchange opportunities.
What broader public diplomacy goals are associated with this program?
Through people-to-people engagement, ECA aims to counter negative perceptions of the United States, encourage good governance values, contribute to conflict prevention and conflict management, and increase respect for cultural expression and identity internationally.
How much funding was anticipated for this competition?
ECA anticipated approximately $1,250,000 total available for this competition in FY 2008.
How many awards were expected to be made?
The program expected to make approximately two to four awards.
What is the expected award size?
Individual awards were projected to range from $200,000 (floor) to $600,000 (ceiling).
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. The opportunity includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement. Applicants should be prepared to contribute resources as part of the project budget plan, such as cash or allowable in-kind support (as allowed by the full announcement).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is aimed primarily at U.S. arts and cultural organizations that are public or nonprofit, including organizations that meet Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3) requirements. The listing also indicates eligibility for public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education, with a note to consult the full announcement for additional eligibility details and constraints.
Are nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status eligible?
Yes. The listing indicates eligibility for nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education).
Are colleges and universities eligible to apply?
Yes. The listing includes public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education, while also advising applicants to consult the full announcement for complete eligibility details.
What types of communities does ECA want projects to reach?
ECA emphasizes inclusion and is especially interested in engaging socially and economically diverse groups, particularly those with limited prior access to international exchange opportunities or sustained relationships with U.S. counterpart institutions.
What is the official funding opportunity number and title?
Funding Opportunity Number: ECA PE C CU 08 43. Title: Arts Exchanges on International Issues.
When was the notice posted and when was the deadline?
The notice was posted on April 17, 2008. The application deadline was May 22, 2008. The listing indicates the opportunity was archived on May 23, 2008.
Who was the listed contact for applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically?
Hans Posey, Program Specialist, was listed as the contact. Email: poseyhe@state.gov.
Which office within the Department of State runs this competition?
The competition is run by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), specifically through the Cultural Programs Division within the Office of Citizen Exchanges.
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