Opportunity Information: Apply for 23 MMR NOFO 01
The U.S. Embassy Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition (Funding Opportunity Number: 23 MMR NOFO 01) is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Myanmar (CFDA 19.040). Its core purpose is to fund cultural and public diplomacy projects that strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Myanmar. The Embassy is looking for programs that highlight shared values, encourage cooperation, and build people-to-people connections. A central requirement is that every proposed activity must include a clear American cultural element or a concrete connection to the United States, such as involvement by American experts, U.S. organizations, or U.S. institutions in a relevant field. That U.S. linkage should be meaningful and tied to the goal of increasing understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives, not just added as a formality.
The application process is intentionally staged so applicants do not need to write a full proposal upfront. The first step is a short Statement of Interest (SOI), limited to two pages, that explains the program idea and objectives in a clear, concise way. This SOI is not a full proposal; it is a concept submission meant to help the Embassy screen ideas before asking anyone to invest time in a complete application package. Eligible SOIs go through an initial merit review, and only selected applicants are invited to submit a full proposal. Full proposals then go through a second merit review, after which the Embassy makes final funding decisions. This two-step approach is designed to make the competition more accessible while still ensuring that funded projects are well-developed and aligned with Embassy priorities.
Funding is available through grants, with an award ceiling of $99,000 per award, and the Embassy anticipated making around 12 awards. The opportunity used a rolling review process for SOIs, meaning submissions could be reviewed as they came in rather than waiting for a single batch deadline, with SOIs reviewed on a rolling basis until September 15, 2023 (the original closing date). Because it is rolling, applicants who submit earlier may receive earlier feedback about whether they are invited to proceed to the full proposal stage.
Priority is given to projects that fit one or more of four program areas. The first priority area focuses on the U.S.-Myanmar bilateral relationship, emphasizing programs that help Myanmar audiences better understand U.S. policies, culture, and society, while also promoting shared values and interests between Americans and the people of Myanmar. This can include cultural exchanges, collaborative activities, and other efforts that create lasting ties between individuals and institutions in both countries. The second priority area supports an inclusive and diverse society, backing initiatives that deepen understanding of diversity and inclusion and encourage tolerance and peace. Activities under this theme can involve dialogue programs, skills development, socio-economic development efforts, and economic empowerment work, especially where these approaches help reduce division and support more inclusive communities.
The third priority area covers education and culture, supporting programs that increase understanding of U.S. education and culture, help people prepare for study in the United States, and build linkages between American and Myanmar private academic and cultural institutions. This can also include training opportunities for Myanmar students, faculty, and artists, particularly when those opportunities strengthen professional networks and increase mutual understanding. The fourth area targets media literacy, independent media, and press freedom, prioritizing projects that improve digital and media literacy, support independent and citizen journalism, and counter disinformation. In practice, this area often lends itself to training, workshops, and community-facing programming that helps audiences evaluate information quality and strengthens the capacity of media actors to operate more effectively and responsibly.
Eligibility is listed broadly (including categories beyond the standard nonprofit-only model, and the announcement indicates that organizations and individuals may apply), but applicants are expected to follow the Embassy guidance and use the mandatory application forms referenced in the related documents for the SOI phase. Overall, the competition is structured for applicants who can propose realistic, well-targeted cultural and public engagement activities with a strong U.S. connection, clear objectives, and an obvious link to one or more of the Embassy's stated priority areas.Apply for 23 MMR NOFO 01
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Myanmar 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 Rangoon Public Affairs Small Grants Competition" 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 Oct 26, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 15, 2023 SOIs will be reviewed on a rolling-basis until September 15, 2023. (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 $99,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 12 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Myanmar
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification)
Next opportunity: Notice of Funding Opportunity AEIF 2023(Rangoon, Burma)
Previous opportunity: Conservation, Sustainable Development and Governance program
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 23 MMR NOFO 01
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (23 MMR NOFO 01) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| U.S. Embassy Santo Domingo - PAS Annual Program Statement Apply for PAS SANTODOMINGO FY23 01 Funding Number: PAS SANTODOMINGO FY23 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| 2023 U.S. Exchange Programs Logistics Management Apply for PAS ZAF FY23 01 Funding Number: PAS ZAF FY23 01 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: $120,000 |
| DRL FY22 Internet Freedom Annual Program Statement Round 2 Apply for SFOP0009225 Funding Number: SFOP0009225 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 |
| U.S. Mission New Zealand PDS Annual Program Statement Apply for PDS NEWZEALAND 2023 01 Funding Number: PDS NEWZEALAND 2023 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to New Zealand Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Academy for Women Entrepreneurs 2023 Apply for AF MWI FY23 01 Funding Number: AF MWI FY23 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Malawi Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $40,000 |
| U.S. Embassy Montevideo Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program Apply for PD MVD GRANTS NOFO FY2023 Funding Number: PD MVD GRANTS NOFO FY2023 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Uruguay Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Development of National Jail Standards and Assessment Tool Apply for 23JD10 Funding Number: 23JD10 Agency: Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Countering North Korean and Iranian WMD and Missile Proliferation Apply for SFOP0009245 Funding Number: SFOP0009245 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Nonproliferation Scientist Engagement Program Apply for SFOP0009244 Funding Number: SFOP0009244 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| FY23 Countering the People's Republic of China (PRC) Military Civil Fusion (MCF) Strategy and Balancing the Risks and Rewards of Emerging Technologies with WMD Apply for SFOP0009243 Funding Number: SFOP0009243 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| CTR Global Biosecurity Engagement Activities Apply for SFOP0009242 Funding Number: SFOP0009242 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Advancing Advancing Nuclear Safety, Security, and Nonproliferation through the FIRST Program Apply for SFOP0009239 Funding Number: SFOP0009239 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Countering WMD Threats in Iraq Apply for SFOP0009241 Funding Number: SFOP0009241 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Supporting Partner Implementation of Russia Sanctions Apply for SFOP0009240 Funding Number: SFOP0009240 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Chemical Security Program Apply for SFOP0009232 Funding Number: SFOP0009232 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
| Supporting Partner Capabilities to Address Russian Malign Influence Apply for SFOP0009238 Funding Number: SFOP0009238 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Addressing the Impacts of Proliferator State Advanced Conventional Weapons Apply for SFOP0009234 Funding Number: SFOP0009234 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| FY 2023 Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Apply for PAS BRAZIL FY23 01 Funding Number: PAS BRAZIL FY23 01 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Brazil Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| U.S. Embassy Harare PD Annual Program Statement Apply for AF HAR FY23 02 Funding Number: AF HAR FY23 02 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $75,000 |
| Identifying and Mitigating Russian Chemical and Biological Threats (RCBT) Apply for SFOP0009231 Funding Number: SFOP0009231 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Security-Nonproliferation Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $250,000 |
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 "23 MMR NOFO 01", 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.