Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #363709
Cooperative Agreements for Public Diplomacy Projects in Australia
Buyer
U.S. Mission to New Zealand
Posted
August 25, 2026
Respond By
September 20, 2026
Identifier
363709
NAICS
928120, 813311, 813319
This opportunity from the U.S. Mission to New Zealand (Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Mission to Australia) seeks proposals for cooperative agreements to advance U.S. interests in Australia through public diplomacy projects. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Mission to New Zealand - Public Diplomacy Section (PDS), U.S. Mission to Australia - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a grants opportunity for programmatic activities - Products/Services Requested: - Implementation of public diplomacy projects addressing at least one of the following goals: - Promoting flag football in Australia - Combating antisemitism through Holocaust education - Strengthening Pacific Islands partnerships via arts, cultural heritage preservation, education, and training - Projects must include a clear connection to American experts, organizations, institutions, or cultural elements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants are educational institutions and public/state institutions of higher education - Projects must promote understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives - Funding per award ranges from $25,000 to $100,000, with a total estimated funding of $300,000 - Project duration is up to 24 months
Description
The U.S. Mission to Australia’s Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition to implement projects that advance U.S. economic, commercial, and security interests in Australia. The program offers cooperative agreements ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 with a project duration of up to 24 months. Project proposals must address goals such as promoting flag football in Australia, combating antisemitism through Holocaust education, or strengthening Pacific Islands partnerships through cultural initiatives. Applicants must demonstrate how their projects advance American leadership and include American experts or cultural elements to promote understanding of U.S. policy.