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Establishing Ukrainian eSports Counter Disinformation Teams and Tournament

Bureau of Global Public Affairs · DFOP0010750

Closed

Award Range

$0 – $250K

Total Program Funding

$250K

Expected Awards

Deadline

May 22, 2024

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Establishing Ukrainian eSports Counter Disinformation Teams and Tournament. Bureau of Global Public Affairs. Leveraging the popularity and penetration of video games in Eastern Europe, the implementer will develop an eSports program at American Spaces in Ukraine. eSports athletes will need professional training to form a talent pipeline to professional teams in Ukraine. In tandem with traditional eSports... up to $250,000 per award; $250,000 total program funding; ~1 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Other eligible entities

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•The GEC may make awards through this solicitation to U
•Deadline: 2024-05-22

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.

Competitiveness: Very high — extremely limited awards available

What This Grant Funds

Leveraging the popularity and penetration of video games in Eastern Europe, the implementer will develop an eSports program at American Spaces in Ukraine. eSports athletes will need professional training to form a talent pipeline to professional teams in Ukraine. In tandem with traditional eSports training, these athletes will receive counter disinformation/conflict resolution training to confront foreign propaganda and disinformation in competitive online gaming spaces. The project will culminate with an eSports tournament and coalition-building event on the sidelines of the tournament.

Who Can Apply

The GEC may make awards through this solicitation to U.S. and foreign non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and commercial entities. Individuals, state and local governments, foreign public entities, and public international organizations are not eligible to apply. Before submitting, potential applicants should ensure that they are eligible to receive a grant or cooperative agreement and prepared to adhere to the terms of 2 CFR 200 and 2 CFR 600.

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Maximum Award: $250K
Total Program Funding: $250K
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: April 9, 2024

Application Deadline: May 22, 2024 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

GEC-Programs@state.gov

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