At a glance
This program funds projects that support U.S. public diplomacy and foreign policy priorities in Mexico, with proposals expected to help America’s reputation among foreign government partners and foreign publics. U.S. and non-U.S. organizations can apply, and all applicants must have a UEI and an active SAM.gov registration; subrecipients also need a UEI before award processing. The announcement does not state a total award amount, number of awards, or any required cost share. Applications are accepted through July 31, 2026, and the announcement prohibits pre-award costs, construction, direct social services, funding for UNRWA, and funding that supports mass-migration caravans toward the U.S. southwest border.
What it funds
Official description from grants.gov
The U.S. Department of State’s Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico announces an open competition to implement a program to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Mexico through cultural, economic, security, educational, professional, and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Programs that include multiple states and/or promote increased collaboration and networking between U.S. government program alumni are encouraged.
Who can apply
- Others