Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2019 003
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, through its Public Affairs Section (PAS), offered a discretionary grant opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy Alumni Day" (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS BAGHDAD PD 2019 003) to support the planning and delivery of a one-day Alumni Day conference in Baghdad. The core purpose of the project was to convene roughly 100 alumni of U.S. Government-funded exchange programs for a focused event that strengthens alumni connections, encourages professional networking, and provides substantive programming tailored to the interests and needs of this community. The conference format was expected to combine networking opportunities with presentations or panels, building a practical space for alumni to share experiences, develop collaborations, and stay engaged with Embassy-supported priorities.
The program content was intended to be relevant and responsive to alumni interests, with suggested topic areas including entrepreneurship, employment and workforce development, STEM-related themes, religious pluralism, and women’s empowerment. While applicants could propose specific themes and session designs, the Embassy made clear that Embassy representatives would be closely involved throughout the project, not just as sponsors but as active partners in planning and execution. This included coordination with the selected awardee on key decisions such as choosing an appropriate venue and identifying or confirming speakers, signaling a high level of Embassy engagement and oversight to ensure the event aligns with mission goals and local context.
This funding opportunity was issued by the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq, and used a grant as the funding instrument. The opportunity was categorized under "Other" as the funding activity category (with clarification referenced in the full notice). The CFDA number associated with the opportunity was 19.021. Eligibility was limited to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations holding 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. The Embassy anticipated making a single award, with an award ceiling of $75,000, indicating the project was expected to be a standalone, well-scoped event with a defined set of deliverables.
Key timeline details from the notice include a creation/posting date of January 24, 2019, and an original application closing date of February 25, 2019. Overall, the opportunity focused on delivering a professionally organized, content-rich convening that reinforces alumni networks, highlights shared priorities, and strengthens ongoing engagement between exchange program alumni and the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2019 003
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy Alumni Day" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.021.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 24, 2019.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 25, 2019. (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 $75,000.00 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - U.S. Embassy Alumni Day (DOS BAGHDAD PD 2019 003)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The discretionary grant opportunity is titled "U.S. Embassy Alumni Day."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is DOS BAGHDAD PD 2019 003.
Which U.S. government office is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity was offered by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad through its Public Affairs Section (PAS), under the Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq.
What is the purpose of the U.S. Embassy Alumni Day project?
The purpose is to plan and deliver a one-day Alumni Day conference in Baghdad that convenes roughly 100 alumni of U.S. Government-funded exchange programs. The event is intended to strengthen alumni connections, encourage professional networking, and provide substantive programming tailored to alumni interests and needs.
What is the expected size of the conference?
The conference was expected to convene roughly 100 alumni of U.S. Government-funded exchange programs.
Where is the event expected to take place?
The project supported the planning and delivery of a one-day Alumni Day conference in Baghdad.
How long is the event?
The planned format is a one-day conference.
What kinds of activities and sessions are expected as part of the conference?
The conference format was expected to combine networking opportunities with presentations or panels. The intent is to create a practical space for alumni to share experiences, develop collaborations, and remain engaged with Embassy-supported priorities.
What topic areas were suggested for the program content?
Suggested topic areas included entrepreneurship, employment and workforce development, STEM-related themes, religious pluralism, and women’s empowerment.
Can applicants propose a specific theme and session design?
Yes. Applicants could propose specific themes and session designs, as long as the content is relevant and responsive to alumni interests.
How involved will the U.S. Embassy be in planning and execution?
The Embassy indicated that Embassy representatives would be closely involved throughout the project as active partners in planning and execution, not only as sponsors.
What kinds of decisions will the Embassy coordinate on with the selected awardee?
The Embassy planned to coordinate with the selected awardee on key decisions such as choosing an appropriate venue and identifying or confirming speakers, reflecting a high level of Embassy engagement and oversight to ensure alignment with mission goals and the local context.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the funding activity category?
The opportunity was categorized under "Other" as the funding activity category (with clarification referenced in the full notice).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number associated with the opportunity is 19.021.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility was limited to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that hold 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. Institutions of higher education were excluded.
Are institutions of higher education eligible to apply?
No. Institutions of higher education were excluded from eligibility.
How many awards did the Embassy anticipate making?
The Embassy anticipated making a single award.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling was $75,000.
When was the opportunity posted?
The creation/posting date listed in the notice was January 24, 2019.
What was the application closing date?
The original application closing date was February 25, 2019.
What kind of project scope does the funding level suggest?
With an award ceiling of $75,000 and an anticipated single award, the project was positioned as a standalone, well-scoped one-day event with a defined set of deliverables centered on a professionally organized, content-rich convening.
What outcomes is the conference intended to support?
The conference was intended to reinforce alumni networks, support professional networking, highlight shared priorities, and strengthen ongoing engagement between exchange program alumni and the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.
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