Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #AF-HAR-FY26-03
Public Diplomacy Grants Program for U.S.-Zimbabwe Relations (U.S. Embassy Harare)
Posted
August 27, 2026
Respond By
September 13, 2026
Identifier
AF-HAR-FY26-03
NAICS
928120, 813311, 813319
This opportunity from the U.S. Embassy Harare Public Diplomacy Section (U.S. Department of State) seeks proposals for projects that strengthen U.S.-Zimbabwe relations. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Embassy Harare Public Diplomacy Section, U.S. Department of State - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations - Program Focus Areas: - Commercial Diplomacy and U.S.-Zimbabwe Trade - Artificial Intelligence for improved prosperity - Cybersecurity - Technology Literacy and Resilience - Free Speech - American Excellence in education, media, sports, creative industries, and civil society - Products/Services Requested: - Implementation of public diplomacy programs in the above areas - No specific products, part numbers, or OEMs requested - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must include a strong American component - Integration of multiple priority areas is encouraged - Excludes projects related to partisan politics, direct social services, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial ventures, organizational growth, duplication, or illegal activities - SAM.gov registration required for organizations - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $30,000 - Individual awards: $10,000 to $20,000 - Project duration: 12 to 18 months - Two-stage application process: concept note and full application - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grants program for public diplomacy initiatives.
Description
The U.S. Embassy Harare Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals for programs supporting priority areas including Commercial Diplomacy and U.S.-Zimbabwe Trade, Artificial Intelligence for improved prosperity, Cybersecurity, Technology Literacy and Resilience, Free Speech, and American Excellence in education, media, sports, creative industries, and civil society. The program aims to strengthen networks between the people of the United States and Zimbabwe through projects that include a strong American component. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations. The funding instrument is a cooperative agreement with awards ranging from $10,000 to $15,000, with a total available funding of $30,000 and a project performance period of 12 to 18 months.