U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program for India
This program will connect U.S. experts (U.S. citizens only) with Indian audiences and institutions. The U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program will send American experts to India to engage with audiences through lectures, workshops, and seminars; through appearances in foreign media; and in a consultancy capacity. The U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program will promote an understanding of U.S. strategic priorities, policies and institutions; and build linkages between U.S. and Indian experts and institutions. Speakers will address topics identified by the U.S. Mission in India. Speakers will be programmed with a variety of professional audiences in a wide range of disciplines; however, English language teaching and the performing arts are specifically excluded.
General information about this opportunity
Last Known Status
Deleted 04/30/2014 (Archived.)
Program Number
NDRFP14-01
Federal Agency/Office
Agency: Department of State
Office: U.S. Mission to India
Type(s) of Assistance Offered
Cooperative Agreement
Number of Awards Available
1
Other Categories
Department of State Speaker Program for Mission India
Who is eligible to apply/benefit from this assistance?
Applicant Eligibility
1. Non-profit. The U.S. Embassy New Delhi Public Affairs Section only accepts applications from U.S. and Indian organizations that are legally registered not-for-profit non-governmental organizations with at least two years of experience working with an expert speaker program. 2. Proper and complete registrations and rights. Applicants must acquire all required registrations in the United States and / or India. All intellectual property considerations and rights must be fully met in the United States and India. Local Indian partners (sub grantee) must have a valid Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) number from the Government of India. 3. Additional requirements may apply. Proposals must be submitted to grants.gov and to the following email address ND_GrantApplications@state.gov. The subject line of your email must be as follows: “Your organization’s name – NDRFP14-01 – U.S. Speaker and Specialist Program for India.”
What is the process for applying and being award this assistance?
Deadlines
03/31/2014
Other Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
This program does not have cost sharing or matching requirements.
Who do I contact about this opportunity?
Headquarters Office
Grant Applications Manager, U.S. Embassy New Delhi
E-mail Address
ND_GrantApplications@state.gov
Financial Information
Obligations
$400,000.00
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
Awards range from $100,000.00 to $500,000.00
