Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2021 002
The Children s Interpretation Center - Erbil Citadel grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS BAGHDAD PD 2021 002) is a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq funding call to design and establish a children-focused interpretive center inside a newly renovated space within the Erbil Citadel. The Embassy is looking for a project that turns a restored heritage building complex, previously conserved using U.S. Embassy Baghdad grant funding, into an engaging educational environment where children can learn about the Citadel s history and cultural significance. The end goal is a functioning, public-facing center that is ready to receive visitors at the conclusion of the project period.
The primary purpose is educational interpretation aimed at young audiences, especially school groups with children under age 12, as well as families visiting together and child tourists who come to the Citadel. In practical terms, proposals would be expected to focus on how the renovated space will be transformed into child-appropriate learning experiences that communicate the story of the site in a clear, engaging, and accessible way. The opportunity emphasizes readiness and usability: by the end of the project, the center should be prepared to host organized school visits and serve broader public and tourist audiences.
The grant is discretionary and will be awarded as a single grant, with the program anticipating one award. The maximum award amount (ceiling) is $300,000, and the expected project length is 12 months, reflecting a relatively fast timeline to move from concept and design into implementation and opening. The funding activity category is listed as "Other," indicating the project sits outside standard categories and is centered on cultural heritage interpretation and visitor education in this specific historic setting.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. The opportunity is tied to broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation under the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement, highlighting that the project is not only about a single visitor center but also about strengthening collaboration and affiliations that support the protection and promotion of Iraqi cultural heritage. The funding notice was created on June 24, 2021, with an original application closing date of July 31, 2021, indicating it was a time-bound call for proposals aimed at quickly leveraging the completed restoration work into a sustainable educational and cultural resource.Apply for DOS BAGHDAD PD 2021 002
- 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 "Children’s Interpretation Center - Erbil Citadel" 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 Jun 24, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2021. (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 $300,000.00 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)
What is the "Children s Interpretation Center - Erbil Citadel" grant opportunity?
This is a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Iraq funding opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: DOS BAGHDAD PD 2021 002) to design and establish a children-focused interpretive center inside a newly renovated space within the Erbil Citadel. The project is meant to turn a restored heritage building complex into an engaging, educational environment for children and families.
Who is offering the funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Mission to Iraq (U.S. Embassy Baghdad).
What is the main goal of the project?
The end goal is a functioning, public-facing children s interpretive center that is ready to receive visitors by the conclusion of the project period. The center should be prepared to host organized school visits and also serve families and tourist audiences.
Where will the interpretive center be located?
The center will be located inside a newly renovated space within the Erbil Citadel, specifically in a restored heritage building complex that was previously conserved using U.S. Embassy Baghdad grant funding.
What types of audiences is the center intended to serve?
The primary audience is young children, especially school groups with children under age 12. The center is also intended for families visiting together and child tourists who come to the Citadel.
What does "educational interpretation" mean in this context?
In this opportunity, educational interpretation refers to creating child-appropriate learning experiences that communicate the Citadel s history and cultural significance in a clear, engaging, and accessible way for young audiences.
What kinds of activities or work does the grant expect proposals to cover?
Proposals are expected to focus on how the renovated space will be transformed into a child-appropriate educational environment. The emphasis is on concept, design, and implementation that result in a ready-to-use interpretive center by the end of the project period.
What does "readiness and usability" mean for this grant?
Readiness and usability mean that by the end of the project, the center should be operational and prepared to host organized school visits and to serve broader public and tourist audiences.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The grant is discretionary and is expected to be awarded as a single grant. The program anticipates making one award.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The maximum award amount (the ceiling) is $300,000.
How long is the expected project period?
The expected project length is 12 months, reflecting a relatively fast timeline to move from concept and design into implementation and opening.
What is the funding activity category for this opportunity?
The funding activity category is listed as "Other," reflecting that the project is centered on cultural heritage interpretation and visitor education in this specific historic setting rather than a standard program category.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
No. Institutions of higher education are excluded from eligibility under this opportunity.
How does this opportunity relate to broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation?
The opportunity is tied to broader U.S.-Iraq cooperation under the U.S.-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement. It emphasizes strengthening collaboration and affiliations that support the protection and promotion of Iraqi cultural heritage.
Why is the project connected to a previously restored building complex?
The space for the interpretive center is within a heritage building complex that was previously conserved using U.S. Embassy Baghdad grant funding. This opportunity is designed to leverage that completed restoration work by converting the space into an educational and cultural resource for the public.
When was this funding notice created?
The funding notice was created on June 24, 2021.
What was the application closing date?
The original application closing date was July 31, 2021.
Is this a time-bound call for proposals?
Yes. The notice indicates it was a time-bound call with a defined closing date and a 12-month project period intended to quickly move from concept through opening.
What does it mean that the grant is "discretionary"?
Based on the notice, "discretionary" indicates the funding decision is made by the agency and the program expects to select a single awardee for this opportunity.
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