Opportunity Information: Apply for PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810
Apply for PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810
- The Mission to Turkey in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Young Armenia/Young Turkey/Young America Social and Economic Challenges for Future Leaders Grassroots Development in a Modern Democracy" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Aug 18, 2010 and posted on Apr 28, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 1, 2010 July 1, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education City or township governments Individuals County governments State governments.
- III. Eligibility Information III.1. Eligible applicants Applications may be submitted by public and private non profit organizations meeting the provisions described in Internal Revenue Code section 26 USC 501(c)(3). III.2. Cost Sharing or Matching Funds There is no minimum or maximum percentage required for this competition. However, the Department encourages applicants to provide maximum levels of cost sharing and funding in support of its programs. III.3. Other Eligibility Requirements DOS grant guidelines require that organizations with less than four years experience in conducting international exchanges be limited to 60,000 in DOS funding. DOS anticipates making one award, in an amount up to 500,000 to support program and administrative costs required to implement this exchange program. Therefore, organizations with less than four years experience in conducting international exchanges are ineligible to apply under this competition. DOS encourages applicants to provide maximum levels of cost sharing and funding in support of its programs. VII. Embassy Contacts For questions about this announcement, contact. the U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer in Ankara (Tom Leary, LearyTM@state.gov tel 90 312 457 7335 90 312 457 7335 ), the Cultural Affairs Officer in Ankara (Craig Dicker DickerCL@state.gov tel 90 312 457 7438 90 312 457 7438 ) and/or the Public Affairs Officer in Yerevan (Tom Mittnacht mittnachtt@state.gov tel 374 10 49 4691 374 10 49 4691 ). All correspondence with the Embassies concerning this RFGP should reference the title Young Armenia/Young Turkey/Young America Social and Economic Challenges for Future Leaders. Please read the complete announcement before sending inquiries or submitting proposals. Once the RFGP deadline has passed, Embassy staff may not discuss this competition with applicants until the proposal review process has been completed.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The Young Armenia/Young Turkey/Young America: Social and Economic Challenges for Future Leaders - Grassroots Development in a Modern Democracy grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810) is a U.S. Department of State-funded initiative managed through the U.S. Mission to Turkey, in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Ankara and the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan. It offers one award totaling approximately $500,000 in FY 2010 funds, with an anticipated project period running roughly from September 1, 2010 (pending funding availability) through August 31, 2011. The program is framed as a new exchange and cooperation model designed to connect emerging Armenian, Turkish, and American leaders in sustained dialogue and practical collaboration focused on shared social and economic challenges, with the larger goal of strengthening civil society and building long-term ties among the next generation of leaders across the three countries.
At its core, the project aims to bring together young grassroots leaders ages 21 to 35 (typically 15 to 20 participants each from the United States, Armenia, and Turkey, selected through merit-based competitions) who are already engaged in community-level work. Priority thematic areas include womens empowerment, job skills and employment-related initiatives for youth in economically disadvantaged communities, and environmental awareness and activism, though the broader emphasis is on real-world grassroots problem-solving rather than purely academic exchange. The embassies emphasize a hands-on structure where civil society organizations with similar missions in each country jointly design and carry out community projects, with participants learning and applying best practices while building working relationships that can last beyond the grant cycle.
A key expectation is that the U.S.-based implementing organization (the primary grantee) will formally partner with at least one Turkish and at least one Armenian grassroots organization that has a demonstrated commitment to civil society development and constructive dialogue between governmental and non-governmental sectors. Proposals are expected to name specific U.S., Armenian, and Turkish partners and explain what each partner will do, including logistics, management, oversight, and implementation responsibilities. The application should also include background on partner organizations (mission, activities, accomplishments), describe any prior cooperative work among partners if applicable, and provide letters of commitment or support. Proposals that do not include joint projects carried out by all three partners in both Turkey and Armenia are explicitly described as less competitive.
The embassies also describe an "ideal program model" built around multiple in-person exchanges and continued remote collaboration. The model begins with a two- to three-week U.S.-based component focused primarily on developing the joint community project that participants will implement throughout the rest of the program, supported by seminars, site visits, and mentoring (particularly for Armenian and Turkish participants). This U.S. component should conclude with a one- to two-day debriefing and evaluation session in Washington, D.C. The second component is a one- to two-week program in Turkey for all participants, centered on continued implementation of the jointly developed project, potentially including on-site consultancies and professional engagement where U.S. and Armenian participants support Turkish organizations. This is followed by a similar one- to two-week component in Armenia, again focused on project implementation and peer-to-peer consultancies, this time with U.S. and Turkish participants supporting Armenian organizations. Across all components, the program is expected to incorporate structured evaluation and wrap-up sessions.
Beyond the travel components, the program must include a plan for regular ongoing communication among participants using electronic tools and digital media, reinforcing the idea that this is an ongoing cross-border collaboration rather than a one-time visit. The embassies also encourage outreach to alumni of other U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Armenia and Turkey, creating broader networks and reinforcing long-term institutional ties. Proposals may include translated materials in Turkish and Armenian, and they may support additional mechanisms that extend the exchange experience, such as small grants for participant-driven follow-on projects and support for developing an alumni association, as long as the proposal explains how those elements will be sustained.
U.S. Embassy involvement is built directly into the program design and selection process. Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult with Public Affairs and Cultural Affairs officers at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara and the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan while developing proposals, particularly when selecting local partners and shaping implementation plans. The narrative must explicitly state the applicant organizations commitment to close consultation with the Public Affairs Sections in Ankara and Yerevan during implementation and participant selection. Proposals must also acknowledge that the embassies will be involved in the final selection of all participants, and applicants should indicate a willingness to invite embassy representatives to program sessions and site visits.
A strong alumni outreach and engagement plan is a required element, not an optional add-on. Reviewers will look for evidence that the program is designed to create active and effective alumni who continue collaborating, sharing information, and maintaining institutional linkages after the exchange ends. Applicants are expected to explain how they will keep alumni engaged once participants return home and, importantly, how alumni activities will be sustained after the grant period concludes, rather than ending when federal funding ends.
Eligibility is generally limited to public and private nonprofit organizations that meet 26 USC 501(c)(3) requirements, and the notice also lists public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and some government entities among eligible applicant categories. However, a significant practical restriction applies: organizations with fewer than four years of experience conducting international exchanges are ineligible because Department of State guidelines would otherwise cap them at $60,000, far below the planned $500,000 single award. The opportunity also includes a cost-sharing expectation. While no fixed minimum match is required, proposals are encouraged to provide maximum cost sharing, and budgets that do not reflect cost sharing are considered not competitive under the cost-effectiveness criterion. The announcement also notes that administrative and overhead costs should be kept low, and proposals are more competitive if administrative costs do not exceed 25 percent of requested U.S. government funds.
Applications were due July 1, 2010, and could be submitted either as a hard copy via internationally recognized overnight delivery service to the U.S. Embassy in Ankara (Office of Public Affairs, Cultural Affairs Section) or electronically to the designated embassy email address. Hard-copy submissions had strict shipping and receipt rules, including ineligibility if received more than 14 days after the deadline even if shipped on time, and no acceptance of in-person, local courier, or faxed submissions. Applicants were required to follow the full Solicitation Package instructions, submit an executive summary, a proposal narrative, and a detailed budget, and include a DUNS number on the required federal forms.
Finally, proposals were evaluated competitively under six equally weighted criteria: (1) program planning and likelihood of achieving objectives, including detailed agendas, work plans, roles, and language considerations; (2) institutional capacity, including partner details, staffing, past performance, and compliance history; (3) cost effectiveness and cost sharing, including limits on administrative expenses and demonstrated shared investment; (4) support for diversity in both participant selection and program content; (5) post-grant activities that continue after the grant ends, funded by non-federal sources and described in the narrative (not the budget); and (6) monitoring and evaluation, requiring measurable quantitative targets and data collection tools, along with ongoing and final reporting requirements. The overall message of the announcement is that the strongest proposal would present a credible tri-country partnership, a practical project that will be implemented in both Turkey and Armenia, a realistic plan for sustained communication and alumni engagement, and a clear, cost-conscious structure with strong evaluation and long-term impact.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the official name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled: "The Young Armenia/Young Turkey/Young America: Social and Economic Challenges for Future Leaders - Grassroots Development in a Modern Democracy".
2) What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810.
3) Which U.S. government entity is funding and managing this program?
This is a U.S. Department of State-funded initiative managed through the U.S. Mission to Turkey, in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Ankara and the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan.
4) How much funding is available?
The announcement describes one award totaling approximately $500,000 in FY 2010 funds.
5) How many awards are expected?
The opportunity indicates there will be one award.
6) What is the anticipated project period?
The project period is anticipated to run roughly from September 1, 2010 (pending funding availability) through August 31, 2011.
7) What is the main purpose of the program?
The program is designed as an exchange and cooperation model that connects emerging Armenian, Turkish, and American leaders in sustained dialogue and practical collaboration focused on shared social and economic challenges. The broader goal is to strengthen civil society and build long-term ties among the next generation of leaders across the three countries.
8) Who are the intended participants?
The program targets young grassroots leaders who are already engaged in community-level work.
9) What are the participant age requirements?
Participants are expected to be ages 21 to 35.
10) How many participants are expected from each country?
The notice describes typically 15 to 20 participants each from the United States, Armenia, and Turkey.
11) How are participants selected?
Participants are expected to be selected through merit-based competitions, and proposals must acknowledge that the embassies will be involved in the final selection of all participants.
12) What thematic areas are prioritized?
Priority thematic areas include:
- Women's empowerment
- Job skills and employment-related initiatives for youth in economically disadvantaged communities
- Environmental awareness and activism
More broadly, the emphasis is on real-world grassroots problem-solving rather than a purely academic exchange.
13) What kind of activities is the program expected to support?
The announcement emphasizes a hands-on structure where civil society organizations with similar missions in each country jointly design and carry out community projects. Participants learn and apply best practices while building working relationships intended to last beyond the grant cycle.
14) Is a partnership required, and what does it need to include?
Yes. The U.S.-based implementing organization (the primary grantee) is expected to formally partner with:
- At least one Turkish grassroots organization, and
- At least one Armenian grassroots organization
These partners must show a demonstrated commitment to civil society development and constructive dialogue between governmental and non-governmental sectors.
15) Do proposals need to name specific partners?
Yes. Proposals are expected to name specific U.S., Armenian, and Turkish partners and explain what each partner will do (including logistics, management, oversight, and implementation responsibilities).
16) What documentation is expected regarding partner organizations?
Applications should include partner background information (mission, activities, accomplishments), describe any prior cooperative work among partners (if applicable), and provide letters of commitment or support.
17) Are proposals without joint projects in both Turkey and Armenia competitive?
The notice states that proposals that do not include joint projects carried out by all three partners in both Turkey and Armenia are explicitly described as less competitive.
18) What is the "ideal program model" described in the announcement?
The embassies describe an ideal model built around multiple in-person exchanges plus continued remote collaboration. It includes:
- A two- to three-week U.S.-based component focused on developing the joint community project, supported by seminars, site visits, and mentoring (particularly for Armenian and Turkish participants), ending with a one- to two-day debriefing/evaluation in Washington, D.C.
- A one- to two-week program in Turkey for all participants focused on continued project implementation (including possible on-site consultancies and professional engagement).
- A one- to two-week program in Armenia for all participants focused on continued project implementation and peer-to-peer consultancies.
19) Is ongoing communication required outside the travel components?
Yes. The program must include a plan for regular ongoing communication among participants using electronic tools and digital media, reinforcing that the collaboration is ongoing rather than a one-time visit.
20) Does the program encourage involvement of alumni from other U.S. government exchange programs?
Yes. The embassies encourage outreach to alumni of other U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Armenia and Turkey to broaden networks and strengthen long-term institutional ties.
21) Can proposals include translated materials?
Yes. Proposals may include translated materials in Turkish and Armenian.
22) Are small grants or follow-on activities allowed?
The notice indicates proposals may support mechanisms that extend the exchange experience, such as small grants for participant-driven follow-on projects and support for developing an alumni association, as long as the proposal explains how those elements will be sustained.
23) How are the U.S. embassies expected to be involved during design and implementation?
Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult with Public Affairs and Cultural Affairs officers at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara and the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan while developing proposals, particularly on selecting local partners and shaping implementation plans.
The proposal narrative must explicitly state the applicant organization's commitment to close consultation with the Public Affairs Sections in Ankara and Yerevan during implementation and participant selection.
24) Will embassy representatives participate in program activities?
Applicants should indicate a willingness to invite embassy representatives to program sessions and site visits.
25) Is an alumni plan required?
Yes. A strong alumni outreach and engagement plan is described as a required element. Reviewers will look for evidence the program is designed to create active alumni who continue collaborating after the exchange ends.
26) What does the program expect regarding sustaining alumni activities after the grant ends?
Applicants are expected to explain how alumni activities will be sustained after the grant period concludes, rather than ending when federal funding ends.
27) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is generally limited to public and private nonprofit organizations that meet 26 USC 501(c)(3) requirements. The notice also lists public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and some government entities among eligible applicant categories.
28) Is there a minimum experience requirement for applicants?
Yes. Organizations with fewer than four years of experience conducting international exchanges are ineligible, because Department of State guidelines would otherwise cap them at $60,000, far below the planned single award amount.
29) Is cost sharing required?
The opportunity includes a cost-sharing expectation. While no fixed minimum match is stated, proposals are encouraged to provide maximum cost sharing, and budgets that do not reflect cost sharing are considered not competitive under the cost-effectiveness criterion.
30) Are there expectations around administrative and overhead costs?
Yes. Administrative and overhead costs should be kept low. Proposals are described as more competitive if administrative costs do not exceed 25 percent of requested U.S. government funds.
31) What was the application deadline?
Applications were due July 1, 2010.
32) How could applications be submitted?
Applications could be submitted either:
- As a hard copy via an internationally recognized overnight delivery service to the U.S. Embassy in Ankara (Office of Public Affairs, Cultural Affairs Section), or
- Electronically to the designated embassy email address.
33) Were there restrictions on hard-copy submissions?
Yes. Hard-copy submissions had strict shipping and receipt rules, including that applications were ineligible if received more than 14 days after the deadline even if shipped on time. The announcement also states there was no acceptance of in-person, local courier, or faxed submissions.
34) What were the required application components?
Applicants were required to follow the full Solicitation Package instructions and submit:
- An executive summary
- A proposal narrative
- A detailed budget
Applicants also needed to include a DUNS number on the required federal forms.
35) How were proposals evaluated?
Proposals were evaluated competitively under six equally weighted criteria:
- Program planning and likelihood of achieving objectives (detailed agendas, work plans, roles, and language considerations)
- Institutional capacity (partner details, staffing, past performance, and compliance history)
- Cost effectiveness and cost sharing (limits on administrative expenses and demonstrated shared investment)
- Support for diversity in participant selection and program content
- Post-grant activities that continue after the grant ends, funded by non-federal sources and described in the narrative (not the budget)
- Monitoring and evaluation (measurable quantitative targets, data collection tools, and ongoing/final reporting requirements)
36) What kinds of monitoring and evaluation expectations were included?
The announcement requires monitoring and evaluation with measurable quantitative targets, defined data collection tools, and ongoing and final reporting.
37) What does the announcement signal as the hallmarks of a strong proposal?
The overall message is that the strongest proposal would include a credible tri-country partnership, a practical project implemented in both Turkey and Armenia, a realistic plan for sustained communication and alumni engagement, and a clear, cost-conscious structure with strong evaluation and long-term impact.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Education
Next opportunity: Farm Bill Assistance in Trinity County, CA
Previous opportunity: Turkish, Armenian and American Youth Leadership Development
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Office of Innovation and Improvement Promise Neighborhoods Program CFDA Number 84.215P Apply for ED GRANTS 050510 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 050510 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (OESE) Smaller Learning Communities Program CFDA Number 84.215L Apply for ED GRANTS 062310 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 062310 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $2,500,000 |
| Whats Climate Change Apply for H9911100024 Funding Number: H9911100024 Agency: National Park Service Category: Education Funding Amount: $181,005 |
| Bering Land Bridge National Preserve Historic Site and Structure Atlas Apply for J979110N033 Funding Number: J979110N033 Agency: National Park Service Category: Education Funding Amount: $11,000 |
| Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Advanced Rehabilitation Research Training (ARRT) Projects CFDA Number 84.133P 1 Apply for ED GRANTS 121310 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 121310 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Cooperative Agreement Youth Conservation Apply for H1573110012 Funding Number: H1573110012 Agency: National Park Service Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Office of Innovation and Improvement (OII) Teaching American History Grant Program CFDA Number 84.215X Apply for ED GRANTS 020211 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 020211 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $2,000,000 |
| Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Field Initiated Projects CFDA Number 84.133G 1 (Research) Apply for ED GRANTS 030811 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 030811 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Field Initiated Projects CFDA Number 84.133G 2 (Development) Apply for ED GRANTS 030811 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 030811 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Pratt Museum Apply for H9855110013 Funding Number: H9855110013 Agency: National Park Service Category: Education Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program Disability Rehabilitation Research Project (DRRP) Disability in the Family CFDA Number 84.133A 9 Apply for ED GRANTS 060911 001 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060911 001 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects (DRRPs) and Special Projects and Demonstrations for Spinal Cord Injury ProgramSpinal Cord Injury Model Systems (SCIMS) Centers Program CFDA Number 84.133N 1 Apply for ED GRANTS 060911 002 Funding Number: ED GRANTS 060911 002 Agency: Department of Education Category: Education Funding Amount: $489,000 |
| Chattahoochee River PLC Trail Crew Apply for P16AS00005 Funding Number: P16AS00005 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $39,979 |
| Interpretation and Visitor Experience Support Apply for P16AS00012 Funding Number: P16AS00012 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| P16AS00003 Apply for P16AS00003 Funding Number: P16AS00003 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Sustainable Higher Education Research Alliances (SHERA) Apply for RFA 497 16 000004 Funding Number: RFA 497 16 000004 Agency: USAID-IND Category: Education Funding Amount: $20,000,000 |
| Fish Habitat Restoration in the St. Clair River Apply for G13AC00085 Funding Number: G13AC00085 Agency: DOI-USGS1 Category: Education Funding Amount: $2,500,000 |
| Mountains to Main Street Urban Outreach Program Apply for NPSNOIGRTE1600040 Funding Number: NPSNOIGRTE1600040 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| FY 2015 NASA EXPERIMENTAL PROGRAM TO STIMULATE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NOTICE {CAN} Apply for NNH16ZHA001C Funding Number: NNH16ZHA001C Agency: NASA-HQ Category: Education Funding Amount: $750,000 |
| Chattahoochee River NRA Support Trail Intern Apply for P16AS00006 Funding Number: P16AS00006 Agency: DOI-NPS Category: Education Funding Amount: $26,566 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "PMRTR 10 GR 003 EUR 042810", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.