Opportunity Information: Apply for CMR 2018 001
The U.S. Mission to Cameroon, through the Public Affairs Section (PAS) at the U.S. Embassy in Yaounde, released a discretionary grant opportunity inviting organizations to propose and produce a French-language entertainment drama series designed for both television and radio audiences. The core purpose of the project is to help counter violent extremism (CVE) among young people in Cameroon by using narrative storytelling that reflects contemporary Cameroonian society. The series is expected to portray realistic social pressures and recruitment dynamics that can lead youth toward violence, while also presenting credible, appealing alternatives grounded in peaceful community participation.
A central theme of the opportunity is civic engagement as a practical and empowering pathway for young people. Proposals should show how the drama will highlight positive change driven by community involvement, nonviolent problem-solving, and constructive participation in civic life. In other words, the entertainment component is not just for awareness raising; it is intended to influence attitudes and norms by modeling relatable characters and situations where nonviolent choices and community action are shown as meaningful, effective options compared to extremist narratives.
The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is listed under Arts, signaling that the creative and cultural dimensions of media production are an important part of the approach. The award ceiling is $100,000, which sets the maximum amount an applicant can request under this competition. The notice was created on November 2, 2017, and the original application deadline was January 5, 2018. While the opportunity summary does not specify the number of awards expected, the ceiling and the nature of the deliverables suggest a single project or a small number of funded projects depending on available resources and the strength of submissions.
Eligibility is limited to two main applicant types: (1) nonprofits that have U.S. IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), and (2) for-profit organizations that are not classified as small businesses. The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Mission to Cameroon, and it is associated with CFDA number 19.040, which is commonly used for U.S. Department of State public diplomacy and related program funding.
Overall, this grant opportunity is aimed at supporting a professionally conceived, culturally grounded French-language TV and radio drama that can reach youth audiences at scale, spark discussion, and promote nonviolent civic alternatives to extremist influence. It combines entertainment media production with a clear prevention-oriented public diplomacy goal: reducing the appeal of violent extremism by strengthening narratives of community belonging, peaceful engagement, and youth agency in shaping positive change.Apply for CMR 2018 001
- The U.S. Mission to Cameroon in the arts sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Television/Radio Drama Series to Combat Violent Extremism" 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 2017-11-02.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2018-01-05. (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 $100,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations other than small businesses.
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What is this grant opportunity?
This is a discretionary grant opportunity released by the U.S. Mission to Cameroon through the Public Affairs Section (PAS) at the U.S. Embassy in Yaounde. It invites organizations to propose and produce a French-language entertainment drama series for both television and radio audiences.
What is the main purpose of the project?
The core purpose is to help counter violent extremism (CVE) among young people in Cameroon using narrative storytelling that reflects contemporary Cameroonian society and presents credible, appealing alternatives to violence.
What kind of project is being funded?
The opportunity seeks the production of a French-language entertainment drama series designed for distribution on both television and radio.
What audience is the drama series intended to reach?
The series is intended to reach young people in Cameroon.
What themes should the drama series cover?
The series is expected to portray realistic social pressures and recruitment dynamics that can lead youth toward violence, while also modeling nonviolent choices and positive alternatives grounded in peaceful community participation.
How should civic engagement be addressed in the series?
Civic engagement is a central theme. Proposals should show how the drama will highlight positive change driven by community involvement, nonviolent problem-solving, and constructive participation in civic life.
Is the goal only awareness raising?
No. The entertainment component is intended to influence attitudes and norms by presenting relatable characters and situations where nonviolent choices and community action are shown as meaningful and effective alternatives to extremist narratives.
What language must the drama series be in?
The drama series must be in French.
What media formats are required?
The series is designed for both television and radio audiences, so proposals should account for production intended to work across these two formats.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity category for this grant?
The activity category is listed as Arts, emphasizing the creative and cultural dimensions of media production.
What is the maximum amount that can be requested?
The award ceiling is $100,000, which is the maximum amount an applicant can request under this competition.
How many awards will be made?
The opportunity summary does not specify the number of awards expected.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to two applicant types: (1) nonprofits with U.S. IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), and (2) for-profit organizations that are not classified as small businesses.
Are universities eligible to apply as 501(c)(3) organizations?
No. The eligibility statement excludes institutions of higher education, even if they are nonprofit entities.
Are small businesses eligible to apply?
No. For-profit eligibility is limited to organizations that are not classified as small businesses.
Which U.S. government entity is issuing the opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the U.S. Mission to Cameroon, through the Public Affairs Section (PAS) at the U.S. Embassy in Yaounde.
What is the CFDA number associated with this grant?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 19.040.
When was the notice created?
The notice was created on November 2, 2017.
What was the original application deadline?
The original application deadline was January 5, 2018.
What geographic focus is implied by the opportunity?
The project focus is Cameroon, with the series expected to reflect contemporary Cameroonian society and address CVE among youth in Cameroon.
What storytelling approach is encouraged?
A narrative storytelling approach is encouraged, featuring relatable characters and situations that realistically portray social pressures and recruitment dynamics, while making peaceful, community-based alternatives feel credible and appealing.
What outcomes is the project trying to promote?
The project aims to reduce the appeal of violent extremism by strengthening narratives of community belonging, peaceful engagement, and youth agency in shaping positive change through civic participation.
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