Polityka i handel międzynarodowy · 16.12.1999

Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs; Book Donation/Information Technology Services Program

The Office of Geographic Liaison (IIP/G) announces an open competition for a book donation/information technology services program. Private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in IRS regulation 26 CFR 1.501(c)(3) may submit proposals to: implement a book donation program in Eastern Europe and the NIS; build upon programs outside the former Communist bloc in transition around the world, particularly in Africa; provide educational materials for the victims of civil strife as requested by the Department; and make available Internet and Information Technology training in conjunction with the provision of books. Program Information: Overview: The grant requires the successful applicant to match federal with support from non-governmental sources such as: Foundations; professional, ethnic, and fraternal organizations and individuals; provide primarily new books, CD-ROMS, educational videocassettes and other educational materials (with no medical titles to be sent under the grant and no more than 15% of the total volumes shipped having been used); have in place ongoing, sustainable relationships with NGO partners in the countries covered under the grant to ensure effe