The 'Moonshot: Artemis Edition' grant is a public diplomacy initiative by the U.S. Mission to Morocco aimed at promoting American leadership in space exploration. It focuses on engaging Moroccan youth in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, leveraging lessons from NASA's Artemis program. The goal is to increase awareness of U.S. technological excellence and foster connections with U.S. industries.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations capable of running a public diplomacy program in Morocco that engages youth aged 15-35 in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on space exploration and U.S. industry leadership.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to comply with U.S. government regulations and public diplomacy guidelines
- Proposals exceeding 10 pages
- Lack of active registration in SAM.gov
- Proposals without a clear public diplomacy component
- Missing mandatory application forms (SF-424, SF-424A)
What You May Need
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs)
- Proposal (maximum 10 pages)
- Budget Justification Narrative
- 1-page CV or resume of key personnel
- Letters of support from program partners
- NICRA, if applicable
- Official permission letters, if required
- Active registration in SAM.gov
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
Cautions
- Funding is subject to availability.
- Proposals must comply with U.S. public diplomacy guidelines.
- Applications must be submitted by the deadline via email.
- The U.S. Embassy will be actively involved in the program implementation.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include organizations that can manage an 18-month public diplomacy program in Morocco, focusing on engaging youth aged 15-35 in science, technology, and entrepreneurship. The program should highlight U.S. leadership in space exploration and foster connections with U.S. industries. Organizations must have an active registration in SAM.gov and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
Overview
This grant is for organizations capable of running a public diplomacy program in Morocco that engages youth aged 15-35 in science, technology, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on space exploration and U.S. industry leadership.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to comply with U.S. government regulations and public diplomacy guidelines
- Proposals exceeding 10 pages
- Lack of active registration in SAM.gov
- Proposals without a clear public diplomacy component
- Missing mandatory application forms (SF-424, SF-424A)
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for participant travel, accommodation, venue rentals, honoraria for speakers, equipment for activities, and communication materials. They cannot be used for construction or major equipment purchases not directly tied to the program.
Total Program Funding
$200,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 13, 2026(15 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 31, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- October 2026
Application Checklist
- Complete SF-424 and SF-424A forms
- Draft a proposal not exceeding 10 pages
- Prepare a detailed budget justification
- Gather CVs of key personnel
- Obtain letters of support from partners
- Ensure active SAM.gov registration
- Acquire a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)
- Submit all documents by July 13, 2026