At a glance
The U.S. Mission New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section will fund projects that strengthen U.S.-New Zealand ties in science, innovation, prosperity, culture, sports, and education. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and New Zealand public international organizations and government institutions; for-profit entities are not eligible, and the primary recipient must be a non-profit, non-governmental entity if subcontracting is used. Awards are expected to range from about $10,000 to $100,000, with seven awards anticipated and $350,000 total available, subject to funding. Cost sharing is encouraged but not required. Projects must primarily benefit people based in New Zealand, and all programs must include a clear connection to American experts, organizations, institutions, or cultural elements.
What it funds
Official description from grants.gov
The U.S. Department of State’s Mission New Zealand Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition to implement a program to advance U.S.- New Zealand economic, scientific, and cultural ties. The program is intended to support organizations to build capacity to strengthen or advance the U.S.-New Zealand relationship. Projects may address one or more of the following areas but are not strictly limited to the following topics: · Promoting science by reinforcing cooperation in key domains, including (but not limited to) scientific research in Antarctica, space exploration and regulatory frameworks, and critical technology and artificial intelligence. · Advancing prosperity by promoting economic growth and innovation with a focus on biotechnology, space technology, and broader innovation sectors. · Strengthening democratic values and ties through programs that celebrate shared democratic principles, cultural connections, and innovative spirit of the peoples of the United States and New Zealand, including but not limited to programming leveraging sports, education, and other areas of connection. This Annual Program Statement (APS) seeks to partner with eligible entities, including not-for-profit organizations, education institutions, individuals, or government institutions, to advance U.S. foreign policy by strengthening the U.S.-New Zealand partnership in science, innovation, and shared values. By promoting collaboration in scientific research, space, critical technology, and disaster management, the APS supports a free and open Indo-Pacific and helps shape global standards. Initiatives in biotechnology and space technology foster economic growth and expand opportunities for U.S. businesses. Programs that highlight our shared history and values reinforce U.S. leadership and mutual understanding, laying the groundwork for lasting cooperation.
Who can apply
- Independent school districts
- Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
- Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
- Private institutions of higher education
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education