Opportunity Information: Apply for RUS 13 GR 002
Apply for RUS 13 GR 002
- The U.S. Mission to Russia in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Media Training Solicitation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040 Public Diplomacy Programs.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 12, 2013 and posted on Jul 12, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 9, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $150,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $150,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 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.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Media Training Solicitation (Funding Opportunity Number RUS 13 GR 002) was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Mission to Russia under CFDA 19.040, Public Diplomacy Programs. It focused on media capacity-building through education-oriented programming, with a specific emphasis on strengthening the skills and sustainability of journalism organizations and individual journalists working in a fast-changing digital environment.
The opportunity funded a single award totaling $150,000, with the award floor and ceiling both set at $150,000, meaning the program anticipated issuing one grant at that fixed amount. No cost sharing or matching funds were required, which reduced barriers for eligible organizations. The grant instrument type was a standard grant, not a contract, indicating the government was supporting a proposed program rather than purchasing a defined deliverable in a procurement sense.
Programmatically, the solicitation centered on two connected training tracks. The first track, Social Media Training, aimed to help smaller and independent news outlets adapt to the realities of the Internet age in both editorial and business terms. On the editorial side, the training emphasis was about using social media to support reporting, audience engagement, and the broader circulation of information. On the business side, the purpose was to help outlets improve their chances of long-term viability by understanding how digital platforms can contribute to growth, reach, and sustainability. The stated public-interest rationale was that stronger independent outlets and more effective social media use can foster broader discussion of public issues within a community or society and support a more open flow of information.
The second track, Investigative Reporting Workshops, was designed to build core investigative skills and strengthen professional confidence. The workshops were intended to encourage journalists to pursue stories of public interest, develop new reporting techniques, and receive guidance from experienced mentors. A key stated outcome was to broaden journalists abilities and increase their willingness to stand up for objective reporting, while also directly addressing the problem of self-censorship by providing support, mentorship, and skills development that help journalists navigate pressure and remain committed to factual, independent work.
Eligibility was limited to nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and private institutions of higher education. The posting date was July 12, 2013, with the original closing date of July 26, 2013 later extended to August 9, 2013. The opportunity was archived on September 27, 2013. For applicants who could not access the full announcement electronically, the listed point of contact was the Press Office at +7 495 728 5000, with an email contact referenced but not fully provided in the source text.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Media Training Solicitation (RUS 13 GR 002)?
The Media Training Solicitation (Funding Opportunity Number RUS 13 GR 002) was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Mission to Russia under CFDA 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Programs). It focused on media capacity-building through education-oriented programming, with an emphasis on strengthening the skills and sustainability of journalism organizations and individual journalists working in a fast-changing digital environment.
Which federal program or CFDA is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity was listed under CFDA 19.040, Public Diplomacy Programs.
How much funding was available?
The solicitation funded a single award totaling $150,000.
Was there a minimum or maximum award amount?
Yes. The award floor and the award ceiling were both set at $150,000, meaning the program anticipated issuing one grant at a fixed amount of $150,000.
How many awards were expected?
One award was anticipated, because the total funding amount matched the fixed floor and ceiling of $150,000.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No. The opportunity did not require cost sharing or matching funds.
What type of funding instrument was used (grant vs. contract)?
The instrument type was a standard grant, not a contract. This indicates support for a proposed program rather than the government purchasing a defined deliverable in a procurement sense.
What was the main purpose of the program?
The program aimed to build media capacity through training and education, specifically by strengthening journalism organizations and individual journalists as they operate in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
What were the main program components or training tracks?
The solicitation centered on two connected training tracks: (1) Social Media Training and (2) Investigative Reporting Workshops.
What was the goal of the Social Media Training track?
The Social Media Training track was designed to help smaller and independent news outlets adapt to the Internet age in both editorial and business terms.
What topics were emphasized on the editorial side of Social Media Training?
Editorially, the emphasis was on using social media to support reporting, audience engagement, and broader circulation of information.
What topics were emphasized on the business side of Social Media Training?
On the business side, the purpose was to help outlets improve their chances of long-term viability by understanding how digital platforms can contribute to growth, reach, and sustainability.
Why did the solicitation emphasize social media and independent outlets?
The stated public-interest rationale was that stronger independent outlets and more effective social media use can foster broader discussion of public issues within a community or society and support a more open flow of information.
What was the goal of the Investigative Reporting Workshops track?
The Investigative Reporting Workshops were intended to build core investigative skills, strengthen professional confidence, and encourage journalists to pursue stories of public interest.
What kinds of support were envisioned for participants in the investigative workshops?
The workshops were intended to include guidance from experienced mentors and to help journalists develop new reporting techniques.
Did the opportunity address concerns about self-censorship?
Yes. A stated aim was to directly address self-censorship by providing support, mentorship, and skills development that help journalists navigate pressure and remain committed to factual, independent work.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to (1) nonprofits with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education) and (2) private institutions of higher education.
Were institutions of higher education eligible if they were nonprofits?
Institutions of higher education were excluded from the 501(c)(3) nonprofit category for this opportunity. However, private institutions of higher education were listed as an eligible applicant type.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posting date was July 12, 2013.
What was the original application deadline?
The original closing date was July 26, 2013.
Was the deadline extended?
Yes. The closing date was extended to August 9, 2013.
Is this grant opportunity still open?
No. The opportunity was archived on September 27, 2013.
Who ran the grant competition?
The discretionary grant competition was run by the U.S. Mission to Russia.
What should applicants do if they cannot access the full announcement electronically?
The solicitation listed the Press Office as the point of contact for applicants unable to access the full announcement electronically.
What contact information was provided?
The listed point of contact was the Press Office at +7 495 728 5000. An email contact was referenced but not fully provided in the source text.
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