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U.S. Mission UAE Public Diplomacy Grants Program FY2026

The U.S. Mission to the United Arab Emirates, under the U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking proposals for its FY2026 Public Diplomacy Grants Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Mission UAE - Program Overview: - Soliciting grant or cooperative agreement proposals to strengthen U.S.-UAE ties - Focus on fostering economic opportunities for U.S. businesses, investors, and innovators - Emphasis on showcasing American leadership in science, technology, culture, arts, sports, culinary diplomacy, artificial intelligence (AI), health, and creative industries - Priority Areas (proposals must address one): - America's 250th Anniversary (Freedom 250) - American Sports Excellence - AI Adoption and Innovation - Culinary Diplomacy - Cultural Heritage Preservation and Digital Heritage - Health and Life Sciences - Creative Industries and Digital Innovation - Funding Details: - Awards range from $75,000 to $300,000 - Up to seven awards anticipated - Projects must be completed within 12 to 18 months - Continuation grants possible based on performance and funding - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to U.S. and UAE-based not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, educational institutions, and eligible individuals with at least two years of programming experience - Proposals must include a clear American element (e.g., U.S. experts, institutions, or content) - Programming should engage audiences in both the UAE and U.S. and span multiple emirates - No cost sharing required, but encouraged - Submission of required forms and detailed budget narrative is mandatory - No specific OEMs, vendors, or product procurements are involved, as this is a grants program for public diplomacy activities

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The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at U.S. Mission UAE invites proposals for programs that foster economic opportunities for U.S. businesses, investors, and innovators, and showcase American leadership in science, technology, culture, arts, sports, culinary diplomacy, artificial intelligence, and health. The goal is to strengthen ties between the United States and the United Arab Emirates, commemorating the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence and celebrating the U.S.-UAE partnership. Proposals must focus on one of seven priority areas including Freedom 250, American Sports Excellence, AI Adoption, Culinary Diplomacy, Cultural Heritage Preservation, Health and Life Sciences, and Creative Industries. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals meeting criteria. The funding instrument is a grant or cooperative agreement with awards ranging from $75,000 to $300,000, and the submission deadline is July 15, 2026.

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