Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS MOROCCO FY20 08
The U.S. Embassy in Rabat, through its Public Affairs Office, announced a cooperative agreement funding opportunity called "Youth Outreach for Bicentennial of U.S. Legation in Tangier" (Funding Opportunity Number PAS-MOROCCO-FY20-08). The grant was designed to support a coordinated set of youth engagement activities across several Moroccan cities in connection with the 200-year anniversary of the American Legation in Tangier, which is described as the oldest U.S. diplomatic property in the world. The overall intent is public diplomacy: using educational and cultural programming to connect with Moroccan university students and young professionals while highlighting the shared history and practical benefits of the U.S.-Morocco relationship, especially around the themes of prosperity, security, and cultural exchange. The project is framed as part of a broader year-long bicentennial campaign branded "200 Years of Friendship: Prosperity, Security, and Cultural Exchange."
The award amount was expected to fall between USD 75,000 and USD 85,000, funded by FY20 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy funds (CFDA 19.040), with one award anticipated. While the core award covered activities scheduled for May 2021 through January 2022, the notice also stated that funding could potentially be renewed for up to two additional years on a non-competitive basis, depending on performance and funds availability. The awardee was expected to work closely with the Embassy, which is typical of a cooperative agreement structure where the government partner remains actively involved in planning and implementation.
A central element of the bicentennial year was a U.S. government-sponsored museum exhibition focused on the U.S.-Moroccan partnership. That exhibit was scheduled to open at the National Library in Rabat in mid-May 2021 and then move to Casablanca in mid-September 2021, remaining on display through the end of 2021. The exhibit was organized around four content areas: U.S.-Moroccan diplomatic history, American artists influenced by Morocco, Operation Torch and World War II-era history connected to the Legation, and Moroccan influences on U.S. popular culture. Importantly, the grantee would not be responsible for producing the museum exhibit itself, but would be expected to align the youth outreach programming with the exhibit themes and use the exhibit as a platform and anchor for related events.
The funded program was expected to include several specific components. First, the grantee would organize "Bicentennial Talks," described as a series of four speaker programs, lectures, or workshops tailored to youth audiences and intended to present the bilateral economic, security, and cultural relationship in "fresh and engaging ways." Each of these four programs was to be hosted both at an exhibit venue (Rabat or Casablanca) and in at least two additional cities, with particular emphasis on Tangier, Marrakech, and Oujda, which were highlighted because of their relevance to the Legation and U.S. cultural programming sites (American Spaces). For each talk, the Embassy would select and contact one visiting U.S. speaker to serve as the keynote, while the grantee was encouraged to bring in Moroccan experts as panelists or workshop contributors to deepen local relevance and dialogue.
Second, the opportunity required two youth-focused competitions tied to the theme "200 Years of Friendship." The notice intentionally left the format open to encourage creativity, suggesting options such as debates, essay contests, photography competitions, short film contests, or similar formats. These competitions were meant to drive youth participation, generate shareable content, and reinforce bicentennial themes through youth voices rather than only top-down messaging.
Third, the grantee would organize three receptions at the exhibit venues. These were described as networking-style events designed to connect Embassy personnel and visiting speakers with different groups of emerging Moroccan leaders. In practice, these receptions were intended to build relationships with future influencers and professionals, while also creating a formal moment of recognition around the bicentennial campaign and exhibition.
Finally, the project included a promotional component: raising awareness of the museum exhibit and the related bicentennial activities among target youth audiences using social media and billboard advertising. This marketing element indicates the Embassy wanted both physical visibility in key locations and sustained digital outreach to drive attendance and engagement beyond those who are already connected to Embassy programming.
The implementation window was explicitly set for May 2021 through January 2022, and applicants were required to include contingency plans in case public health conditions restricted in-person gatherings. That requirement reflects the timing of the notice in 2020, when event planning needed flexible alternatives such as hybrid or fully online programming, revised audience sizes, or rescheduled activities.
Eligibility was limited to Moroccan non-profit organizations or U.S. non-profit organizations with an established office in Morocco. Applicants were also required to have key U.S. government vendor/recipient registrations: a DUNS number, an NCAGE code, and an active registration in SAM.gov (or proof that registration was in process). The application package had to be submitted in English and included a project narrative, organizational information, and a budget in U.S. dollars, along with the standard federal forms SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance), SF-424A (Budget Information), and SF-424B (Assurances).
The opportunity was posted on August 15, 2020, with a hard deadline of September 13, 2020. Applications were to be emailed to Rabatgrants@state.gov, and the notice emphasized that late submissions would not be considered. The program anticipated selecting a single awardee that could collaborate closely with the Embassy to deliver a cohesive, multi-city youth engagement effort tied to the bicentennial exhibition and the broader message of long-standing U.S.-Moroccan partnership.Apply for PAS MOROCCO FY20 08
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Morocco in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Youth Outreach for Bicentennial of U.S. Legation in Tangier" 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 Aug 15, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 13, 2020. (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 $85,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification)
Next opportunity: FY21 Regional Ecosystem Research Program: Understanding Species’ Habitat Usage and Connectivity
Previous opportunity: Improving workers’ occupational safety and health in selected supply chains in Mexico—A Vision Zero Fund Project
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 PAS MOROCCO FY20 08
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (PAS MOROCCO FY20 08) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| USAID/Indonesia Integrity Initiative Apply for 72049720RFI00001 Funding Number: 72049720RFI00001 Agency: Agency for International Development, Indonesia USAID-Jakarta Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| FY 2021 Congress Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) and Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Staff Exchange (CBBSX) Apply for SFOP0007296 Funding Number: SFOP0007296 Agency: Department of State, Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $12,840,000 |
| Renovation of Synagogue of Ezekiel in Shush Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2020 006 Funding Number: DOS BAGHDAD PD 2020 006 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Burkina Faso Governance Activity (BFGA) Apply for 72068520RFA00008 Funding Number: 72068520RFA00008 Agency: Agency for International Development, Senegal USAID-Dakar Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $19,950,000 |
| Promoting Just, Engaged, Civic-minded and Transparent Governance in the Pacific (PROJECT Governance) Apply for 72049220RFA00002 Funding Number: 72049220RFA00002 Agency: Agency for International Development, Philippines USAID-Manila Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $20,000,000 |
| Improving Worker Rights in Rural Sectors of the Indo-Pacific with a focus on Women Apply for FOA ILAB 20 07 Funding Number: FOA ILAB 20 07 Agency: Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $4,000,000 |
| All Hands in Kenya: Advancing Labor Standards through Cooperative Action Apply for FOA ILAB 20 08 Funding Number: FOA ILAB 20 08 Agency: Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| Advancing Labor Compliance in Colombia’s Port Sector Apply for FOA ILAB 20 09 Funding Number: FOA ILAB 20 09 Agency: Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $5,000,000 |
| Sustainable Coastal Fisheries Management Activity in the Pacific Region Apply for 72049220RFA00003 Funding Number: 72049220RFA00003 Agency: Agency for International Development, Philippines USAID-Manila Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $15,000,000 |
| Liberia Elections and Democracy (LEAD) Activity Apply for 72066920RFA00002 Funding Number: 72066920RFA00002 Agency: Agency for International Development, Liberia USAID-Monrovia Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $16,000,000 |
| 20.PMWRA.16November2020.Unsolicited.RFI Apply for SFOP0007330 Funding Number: SFOP0007330 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs - WRA Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| DRL Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement Apply for SFOP0007349 Funding Number: SFOP0007349 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| TAT for Innovative Regional Wastewater Treatment Solutions Grant Pilot Program Apply for TAT RWTS PILOT Funding Number: TAT RWTS PILOT Agency: Department of Agriculture, Utilities Programs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Grants Program Apply for AFCP 2021 2022 GP Funding Number: AFCP 2021 2022 GP Agency: Department of State, Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program Apply for TATFY21 Funding Number: TATFY21 Agency: Department of Agriculture, Utilities Programs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| U.S. Embassy Yaoundé PAS Annual Program Statement Apply for PAS CMR FY21 01 Funding Number: PAS CMR FY21 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cameroon Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation 2021 Apply for DOS PTA 202101 Funding Number: DOS PTA 202101 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to South Africa Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| OIA Technical Assistance Program Apply for TAP 2021 Funding Number: TAP 2021 Agency: Department of the Interior Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| U.S. Embassy Praia Public Affairs Annual Program Statement Apply for AFPRA 21 01 Funding Number: AFPRA 21 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Cape Verde Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Retaining Employment and Talent after Injury/Illness Network (RETAIN) Demonstration Projects – Phase 2 Apply for FOA ODEP 21 01 Funding Number: FOA ODEP 21 01 Agency: Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $21,600,000 |
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
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
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.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "PAS MOROCCO FY20 08", 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.