Opportunity Information: Apply for EAPGZ 23 GR 001 07122023
The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou, announced a competitive grant opportunity called "Guangzhou, Art for Inclusivity and Accessibility" (Funding Opportunity Number EAPGZ-23-GR-001-07122023). The program is designed to bring together Chinese and American artists to jointly create large-scale, publicly displayed artwork that encourages conversation and real-world action around building a more inclusive and accessible future. The priority region for the work is South China, and the primary public-facing impact is intended to be felt in Guangzhou, especially around Zhujiang New Town where the Consulate is located.
At the center of the opportunity is the Consulate's "Vision Board" mural series, which uses collaborative visual art to present shared goals and positive visions tied to major global themes. This grant covers the full scope of work for Vision Board Phase 3 and Phase 4. Vision Board 3 is specifically focused on inclusivity and accessibility, while the theme for Vision Board 4 has not been finalized. Applicants are allowed to propose a theme for Phase 4, but the Consulate will make the final decision on what that theme will be. In addition, Consulate personnel will ultimately select which proposed artwork concepts move forward for final production, which means the implementer is expected to manage a structured solicitation and selection process but should plan for final curatorial authority to sit with the Consulate.
The successful grantee (implementer) will be responsible for recruiting and coordinating pairs of artists, one based in the United States and one based in China, to develop collaborative mural designs that match the program objectives. The deliverables include high-resolution digital art files prepared as PDFs sized to fit one of two large wall formats: either 12.3 meters by 6 meters (length by height) or 9.3 meters by 4 meters. After the concepts are developed, the implementer will present submissions to Consulate staff for review and selection, then coordinate with the chosen artists to finalize the designs and deliver production-ready digital files to a billboard production company. Importantly, the physical printing and installation of the murals is not paid for by the grant; that cost will be covered directly by the Consulate. The finished murals will be installed on two large, public-facing exterior walls of the U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou and are expected to remain on display for at least six months. Copyright ownership of the final artworks will be shared between the artists and the U.S. Consulate as commissioned artwork.
Beyond the murals themselves, the program includes an in-person engagement component and a communications component. Artists currently residing in China may be invited to attend the opening of the artwork and participate in workshops or related activities focused on art as a tool for social change. These workshops are expected to be conducted in person and structured around small-group interaction, including opportunities for artists to discuss expectations, project parameters, and their collaborative process with panelists or organizers. Applicants are permitted to include travel costs and workshop/activity design ideas in their proposals and budgets, indicating that the grant is meant to fund not only coordination and creative development, but also meaningful programming that deepens public diplomacy and local community engagement.
Digital outreach is also a required part of implementation. The grantee must create social media content at the start of the project to publicize the opportunity and recruit local artists. After artists are selected, the grantee is expected to produce an introduction video featuring the participating artists, covering topics such as creative influences, how their ideas evolved, their personal experiences collaborating across borders, and what they learned from working with their counterpart. This video should be supported by additional social media content that explains the project, builds public interest, and broadens the reach of the exhibit beyond passersby at the Consulate walls.
The intended audiences include members of the Chinese public who live and work near the Consulate in Guangzhou, as well as local disability advocates and members of the arts community. The overall goal is to use highly visible public art, paired with workshops and online storytelling, to spark ongoing discussion and encourage concrete action related to accessibility and inclusion in South China.
From a funding and administrative standpoint, the award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the Consulate is expected to remain substantively involved during implementation (including deciding the Phase 4 theme and making final artwork selections). The total funding available is up to USD 50,000, with one award anticipated and a performance period of one year or less. The funding source is FY22 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy funds, and the anticipated start date listed is September 1, 2023, subject to funding availability. Eligible applicants include U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits, excluding institutions of higher education) and individuals, as indicated in the opportunity listing (CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.040).
The application deadline was August 11, 2023. Required application materials referenced include standard federal forms (SF-424 or SF-424-I, SF-424A, and in some cases SF-424B), along with a summary page and a proposal capped at 20 pages. The notice repeatedly refers applicants to the attachment for complete instructions, suggesting that detailed eligibility rules, evaluation criteria, budget guidance, and submission procedures were provided in supplemental documents.Apply for EAPGZ 23 GR 001 07122023
- The U.S. Mission to China in the arts sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Guangzhou, Art for Inclusivity and Accessibility" 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 2023-07-11.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2023-08-11. (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 $50,000.00 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, Nonprofits that do not have a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Individuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Guangzhou, Art for Inclusivity and Accessibility."
2) Who is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou.
3) What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is EAPGZ-23-GR-001-07122023.
4) What is the main purpose of the program?
The program is designed to bring together Chinese and American artists to co-create large-scale public artwork that encourages conversation and real-world action around building a more inclusive and accessible future.
5) What is the geographic focus of the project?
The priority region is South China, and the primary public-facing impact is intended to be felt in Guangzhou, especially around Zhujiang New Town where the Consulate is located.
6) What is the "Vision Board" mural series?
The Vision Board mural series is a Consulate initiative that uses collaborative visual art to present shared goals and positive visions tied to major global themes.
7) Which phases of the Vision Board series does this grant cover?
This grant covers the full scope of work for Vision Board Phase 3 and Phase 4.
8) What theme is required for Vision Board Phase 3?
Vision Board Phase 3 is specifically focused on inclusivity and accessibility.
9) What is the theme for Vision Board Phase 4?
The theme for Vision Board Phase 4 has not been finalized. Applicants may propose a theme, but the Consulate will make the final decision.
10) Who makes the final decision on which artwork concepts will be produced?
Consulate personnel will ultimately select which proposed artwork concepts move forward for final production. The implementer is expected to run a structured solicitation and selection process, but final curatorial authority rests with the Consulate.
11) What type of award is this?
This is a cooperative agreement, meaning the Consulate is expected to remain substantively involved during implementation (including deciding the Phase 4 theme and making final artwork selections).
12) How many awards are expected?
One award is anticipated.
13) What is the maximum funding amount?
Total funding available is up to USD 50,000.
14) How long is the performance period?
The performance period is one year or less.
15) What is the anticipated start date?
The anticipated start date is September 1, 2023, subject to funding availability.
16) What funding source supports this program?
The funding source is FY22 Smith-Mundt Public Diplomacy funds.
17) Who can apply?
Eligible applicants include U.S. and non-U.S. nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits, excluding institutions of higher education) and individuals, as indicated in the opportunity listing.
18) What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number?
The listing is CFDA/Assistance Listing 19.040.
19) What is the role of the grantee (implementer) under this award?
The successful grantee (implementer) is responsible for recruiting and coordinating pairs of artists (one based in the United States and one based in China), managing the collaborative design process, presenting submissions for Consulate review and selection, coordinating final design revisions, and delivering production-ready digital files to a billboard production company. The implementer is also responsible for an in-person engagement component and required digital outreach.
20) How are artists expected to be structured in the project?
Artists are expected to be recruited and coordinated in pairs: one artist based in the United States and one artist based in China, working collaboratively on mural designs aligned with program objectives.
21) What are the mural deliverables?
Deliverables include high-resolution digital art files prepared as PDFs sized to fit one of two wall formats: 12.3 meters by 6 meters (length by height) or 9.3 meters by 4 meters.
22) Where will the finished murals be displayed?
The finished murals will be installed on two large, public-facing exterior walls of the U.S. Consulate General in Guangzhou.
23) How long will the murals remain on display?
The murals are expected to remain on display for at least six months.
24) Does the grant pay for printing and installation of the murals?
No. Physical printing and installation are not paid for by the grant. Those costs will be covered directly by the Consulate.
25) What costs or activities is the grant intended to support?
Based on the description, the grant is intended to support coordination and creative development (including recruiting and managing artist collaboration), a structured solicitation/selection process for concepts, workshop/activity design and facilitation, allowable travel costs related to in-person engagement (as proposed), and required communications and social media deliverables including an artist introduction video.
26) What is the in-person engagement component?
Artists currently residing in China may be invited to attend the opening and participate in workshops or related activities focused on art as a tool for social change. Workshops are expected to be conducted in person and structured around small-group interaction, including discussion of expectations, project parameters, and the collaborative process.
27) Is travel allowed in the budget?
Applicants are permitted to include travel costs in their proposals and budgets, as well as ideas for workshop/activity design.
28) What communications and digital outreach are required?
Digital outreach is a required part of implementation. The grantee must create social media content at the start of the project to publicize the opportunity and recruit local artists. After artists are selected, the grantee must produce an introduction video featuring participating artists and support it with additional social media content that explains the project and builds public interest.
29) What should the artist introduction video cover?
The video is expected to feature the participating artists and cover topics such as creative influences, how their ideas evolved, personal experiences collaborating across borders, and what they learned from working with their counterpart.
30) Who are the intended audiences?
Intended audiences include members of the Chinese public who live and work near the Consulate in Guangzhou, local disability advocates, and members of the arts community.
31) What is the overall intended impact?
The project aims to use highly visible public art, paired with workshops and online storytelling, to spark ongoing discussion and encourage concrete action related to accessibility and inclusion in South China.
32) What is the expected relationship between the implementer and the Consulate during implementation?
Because it is a cooperative agreement, the Consulate is expected to be substantively involved, including making final decisions on the Phase 4 theme and selecting which artwork concepts proceed to production.
33) What happens after the artists submit concepts?
The implementer presents submissions to Consulate staff for review and selection, then coordinates with the chosen artists to finalize designs and deliver production-ready digital files to a billboard production company.
34) Who owns the copyright to the final artworks?
Copyright ownership of the final artworks will be shared between the artists and the U.S. Consulate as commissioned artwork.
35) When was the application deadline?
The application deadline was August 11, 2023.
36) What application forms and documents are referenced as required?
Referenced materials include standard federal forms (SF-424 or SF-424-I, SF-424A, and in some cases SF-424B), plus a summary page and a proposal capped at 20 pages. The notice indicates additional instructions, criteria, and requirements were provided in attachments.
37) Where can applicants find full instructions and detailed requirements?
The notice repeatedly refers applicants to an attachment for complete instructions, suggesting that detailed eligibility rules, evaluation criteria, budget guidance, and submission procedures were included in supplemental documents.
38) Are institutions of higher education eligible to apply?
The opportunity description states that eligible nonprofit organizations exclude institutions of higher education.
39) What are the required mural file formats and specifications?
The deliverable is described as high-resolution digital art files prepared as PDFs and sized to fit one of two specified wall formats (12.3m x 6m or 9.3m x 4m).
40) Is the project intended to be publicly visible beyond the immediate physical location?
Yes. In addition to the murals being publicly displayed on exterior Consulate walls, the grant requires social media content and an introduction video intended to broaden the reach of the exhibit beyond passersby.
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