Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS SVK FY2024 01
The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section (PAS), part of the U.S. Department of State, is offering funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program under an Annual Program Statement (Funding Opportunity Number: PAS SVK FY2024 01). The program is meant to support projects that deepen societal and cultural connections between the United States and Slovakia by highlighting shared democratic values and encouraging practical bilateral cooperation. A central requirement is that each proposal includes a clear U.S. element, such as American culture content or direct engagement with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions, and that the activity increases understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. The Embassy signals a strong preference for projects that reach audiences outside Bratislava, meaning regional or nationwide programming is likely to be viewed more favorably than capital-centered activities.
PAS Bratislava is looking for projects that advance specific public diplomacy priorities. These include strengthening Slovakia's transatlantic orientation by addressing hybrid threats such as disinformation and cybersecurity challenges; reinforcing the rule of law through anti-corruption efforts and improved transparency; supporting independent media and journalism while building critical thinking skills; promoting economic prosperity, energy security, and entrepreneurship in partnership with the United States, including innovative and technology-focused approaches; advancing human rights and encouraging tolerance, inclusion, and respect for minority communities; supporting womens empowerment; and promoting cross-cultural understanding along with highly specialized English language learning in Slovakia. In practical terms, competitive proposals will connect their activities to one or more of these themes and show how outcomes will be measured in ways that align with public diplomacy goals (for example, improving resilience to disinformation, building professional capacity among journalists, or expanding access to specialized English for targeted groups).
A notable pathway within the opportunity is programming hosted at the Embassy-supported American Spaces (American Centers) located in Banska Bystrica, Kosice, and Zilina. These centers can help with outreach, local visibility, and audience recruitment, and the Embassy indicates it prefers sustainable, longer-term programming over one-off events. The intended audiences are especially educators and students, although proposals are not limited to those groups. Each American Center has technical capacity that can shape project design, including projectors, screens, and Wi-Fi, plus hands-on technology tools that can support workshops and training series. Across the locations, available equipment includes laptops, 3-D printers (MakerBot or Prusa, depending on the site) with printing materials, BBC Microbit sets, Ozobot classroom kits, and VR headsets (Oculus Quest 2). The Kosice site additionally lists Lego Mindstorms sets. Applicants considering an American Space-based project are encouraged to consult the Embassy before applying by emailing BratislavaGrantsSlovakia@state.gov, which suggests that early coordination could improve feasibility and fit.
The Embassy also highlights special anniversary opportunities in 2024, specifically NATO 20 years, Fulbright Slovakia 30 years, and the Slovak National Uprising (SNP) 80 years. Applications tied to these anniversaries are welcomed, with preference given to proposals that are interactive and that clearly articulate the U.S. component rather than treating it as an add-on. This indicates the Embassy is looking for programming that actively engages participants (workshops, dialogues, training series, collaborative projects, public debates, exhibitions with participatory elements) and that connects the anniversary theme to contemporary U.S.-Slovak cooperation, shared history, or shared commitments.
Eligibility is broad. PAS encourages applications from both U.S. and Slovak entities, and in limited cases from third-country applicants if they can demonstrate a strong and credible link to the United States and/or Slovakia. Eligible applicants include registered non-profit organizations (including think tanks and NGOs/civil society groups), individuals, non-profit or governmental educational or cultural institutions, and governmental institutions. The funding instrument is a grant, the opportunity is discretionary, and it is listed under CFDA 19.040. The maximum award amount is USD 24,999, and the Embassy anticipates making around 20 awards. The original application closing date is June 17, 2024, and the opportunity was created on November 15, 2023.
Overall, this grant opportunity is best suited for proposals that clearly align with the listed strategic themes, demonstrate real engagement with American expertise or institutions, and deliver measurable public diplomacy impact in Slovakia, particularly in regions beyond Bratislava. Projects that use the American Spaces network and build sustained programming (for example, multi-session training programs, mentorship tracks, regional speaker series, or applied tech and media literacy labs) appear especially aligned with the Embassy's stated preferences.Apply for PAS SVK FY2024 01
- The U.S. Mission to Slovakia in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy Bratislava PAS Annual Program Statement" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2023-11-15.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-06-17. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $24,999.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 20 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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