Opportunity Information: Apply for S BE 500 15RFP 001
Apply for S BE 500 15RFP 001
- The Public 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 "THE FUTURE OF NATO FROM WALES TO WARSAW" 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 16, 2015 and posted on Jul 16, 2015.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 31, 2015 The deadline for submission of applications is Monday, August 31, 2015, 1159pm European Central Time (Brussels time, UTC 1).. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $100,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $60,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Eligibility is limited to not for profit organizations, non governmental organizations and think tanks that have demonstrated expertise in international affairs, defense and security issues, and U.S. and European relations. U.S. or other national organizations are eligible to apply for grants however submitted proposals should target audience OUTSIDE of the United States. NATO Allies and partners states are the target audiences. The Department encourages organizations that have not previously received international program funding from the U.S. Government to apply under this announcement. Individuals are not eligible to obtain the grant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The grant opportunity titled "The Future of NATO From Wales to Warsaw" is a U.S. Mission to NATO (Public Affairs) funding program meant to spark public discussion and more creative public engagement across Europe on NATO's direction between two key milestones: the 2014 NATO Summit in Wales and the 2016 NATO Summit in Warsaw. The basic idea is to support projects that help European audiences understand and debate what NATO should prioritize in the coming years, while also helping communicate why the Alliance matters. It is framed as a public diplomacy effort, with a strong emphasis on reaching beyond specialist circles and engaging broader communities.
Funding is offered as a one-time grant, with an expected total program funding level of about $100,000 and roughly two awards anticipated. Individual awards are expected to fall between $15,000 (floor) and $60,000 (ceiling). Projects can vary in length depending on the proposal, but the funded work must be completed within two years. Importantly, awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds allocated to the U.S. Mission to NATO through State Department budget authorities, meaning funding is contingent on final budget decisions.
Eligible applicants are limited to not-for-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations, and think tanks with demonstrated expertise in international affairs, defense and security issues, and U.S.-European relations. Organizations based in the United States or other countries may apply, but the proposal must clearly target audiences outside the United States. The intended audiences are NATO Allies and partner states, with activities designed for European settings. Individuals are not eligible. The announcement also signals that the Department encourages organizations that have not previously received U.S. Government international program funding to apply, which can be helpful for newer or smaller institutions trying to break into this space.
The program prioritizes projects that address one or more substantive NATO-related themes tied to the Wales-to-Warsaw period and NATO adaptation. Specific focus areas include implementation of the Readiness Action Plan (RAP) and the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF), NATO-Russia relations, NATO's Southern Flank, defense spending, interoperability and cooperation with partners, capability development, ballistic missile defense (BMD), joint intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (JISR), maritime cooperation, women in peace and security, and NATO's response to emerging global threats. In addition to covering these policy and security topics, the opportunity explicitly calls for efforts that combat misinformation and deliver clear messages about NATO's purpose and mission.
Projects are expected to be public-facing and engagement-oriented rather than purely academic or internal. The opportunity lists example activities that could be funded, including public debates, conferences, roundtables, and discussions; seminars, trainings, and workshops; public awareness campaigns; interactive informational or educational activities; public education projects; and competitions. A key requirement is that activities must be aimed at European audiences and must take place in Europe, reinforcing that the purpose is to engage public and policy conversations within European countries rather than in the United States.
The Mission also encourages proposals that use new and creative approaches, particularly those that make strong use of digital technology, social media, and other innovative communication tools. Another stated preference is for programs that reflect diversity of thought and background and demonstrate gender balance, aligning the program not only with NATO policy topics but also with inclusive public engagement practices.
On the application side, submissions must be prepared in English and submitted as a PDF. Applicants are required to use the SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance and a standardized project proposal template available through the USNATO website and the application package. The funding opportunity number is S-BE-500-15RFP-001, categorized as a discretionary grant under CFDA 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Programs), with no cost-sharing or matching requirement. The posted date was July 16, 2015, and the application deadline was August 31, 2015 at 11:59 pm European Central Time (Brussels time). A contact person for access issues is listed as Malgorzata Wolfe, Event Coordinator, at phone +32 02 724 3236.
FAQs: The Future of NATO From Wales to Warsaw (U.S. Mission to NATO - Public Affairs)
1) What is the purpose of this grant opportunity?
This program is a public diplomacy grant from the U.S. Mission to NATO (Public Affairs) designed to spark public discussion and encourage more creative public engagement across Europe about NATO's direction between two milestones: the 2014 NATO Summit in Wales and the 2016 NATO Summit in Warsaw. The goal is to help European audiences understand, discuss, and debate NATO priorities in the coming years and to communicate why the Alliance matters.
2) Who is funding this program?
The program is funded by the U.S. Mission to NATO (Public Affairs), under U.S. Department of State budget authorities.
3) How much funding is available?
The expected total program funding level is approximately $100,000, with roughly two awards anticipated.
4) What is the expected award size per project?
Individual awards are expected to range from $15,000 (minimum) to $60,000 (maximum).
5) Is this a one-time grant or renewable funding?
Funding is offered as a one-time grant.
6) How long can a funded project run?
Project length can vary depending on the proposal, but all funded work must be completed within two years.
7) Is funding guaranteed once selected?
No. Awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds allocated to the U.S. Mission to NATO through State Department budget authorities, meaning funding is contingent on final budget decisions.
8) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are limited to not-for-profit organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and think tanks with demonstrated expertise in international affairs, defense and security issues, and U.S.-European relations.
9) Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Individuals are not eligible under this opportunity.
10) Can organizations outside the United States apply?
Yes. Organizations based in the United States or other countries may apply, but proposals must clearly target audiences outside the United States.
11) Do projects have to take place in Europe?
Yes. A key requirement is that activities must be aimed at European audiences and must take place in Europe.
12) Who are the intended audiences?
The intended audiences are NATO Allies and partner states, with activities designed for European settings and meant to reach beyond specialist circles to engage broader communities.
13) What kinds of projects are encouraged?
The opportunity prioritizes public-facing, engagement-oriented projects rather than purely academic or internal efforts. Examples include public debates, conferences, roundtables, and discussions; seminars, trainings, and workshops; public awareness campaigns; interactive informational or educational activities; public education projects; and competitions.
14) What themes or topics should proposals address?
Projects should address one or more NATO-related themes tied to the Wales-to-Warsaw period and NATO adaptation. The listed focus areas include implementation of the Readiness Action Plan (RAP) and the Very High Readiness Joint Task Force (VJTF), NATO-Russia relations, NATO's Southern Flank, defense spending, interoperability and cooperation with partners, capability development, ballistic missile defense (BMD), joint intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (JISR), maritime cooperation, women in peace and security, and NATO's response to emerging global threats.
15) Does the program support efforts to counter misinformation?
Yes. The opportunity explicitly calls for efforts that combat misinformation and deliver clear messages about NATO's purpose and mission.
16) Does the program prefer any specific approaches or formats?
Yes. The Mission encourages new and creative approaches, particularly those that make strong use of digital technology, social media, and other innovative communication tools.
17) Are there preferences related to diversity or gender balance?
Yes. The opportunity states a preference for programs that reflect diversity of thought and background and demonstrate gender balance.
18) Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement for this grant opportunity.
19) What is the funding opportunity number and program category?
The funding opportunity number is S-BE-500-15RFP-001. It is categorized as a discretionary grant under CFDA 19.040 (Public Diplomacy Programs).
20) What language and format are required for the application?
Applications must be prepared in English and submitted as a PDF.
21) What forms and templates must be used?
Applicants are required to use the SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance and a standardized project proposal template available through the USNATO website and the application package.
22) When was this opportunity posted?
The posted date was July 16, 2015.
23) What was the application deadline?
The application deadline was August 31, 2015 at 11:59 pm European Central Time (Brussels time).
24) Who can be contacted for access issues related to the application?
For access issues, the listed contact is Malgorzata Wolfe, Event Coordinator, at +32 02 724 3236.
25) Does the program emphasize reaching beyond expert audiences?
Yes. The program is framed as a public diplomacy effort with a strong emphasis on engaging broader communities, not just specialist circles.
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