Advancing NATO's Collective Defense and Industrial Capacity
This grant funds programs that enhance understanding and cooperation on NATO collective defense and defense industry issues, targeting US and Allied policymakers, researchers, and industry through workshops, research, and exchanges.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Belgium
Due Dates: June 20, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$50,000 per award | 1–2 awards | Project period: up to 12 months
Summary: Supports programs advancing understanding of NATO’s collective defense and industrial cooperation, with a strong U.S. component, through public diplomacy initiatives.
Key Information: For non-profit/academic/governmental organizations only; for-profit entities are ineligible.
Description
This grant opportunity, issued by the U.S. Mission to Belgium, seeks proposals for programs that strengthen transatlantic security by advancing understanding of NATO’s role in collective defense and defense industrial cooperation. The program is part of the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program and aims to foster collaboration among U.S. and Allied stakeholders—including policymakers, researchers, industry representatives, and emerging leaders—across NATO Allies and partner countries.
Eligible projects may include workshops, exchanges, research, and digital engagement activities focused on defense investment, industrial capacity, and the integration of emerging technologies. All proposals must include a direct U.S. component (such as American experts, organizations, or institutions) and clearly demonstrate how the activities support U.S. foreign policy priorities within NATO.
Competitive proposals will prioritize building expertise, networks, and public diplomacy impact, rather than advancing commercial or regulatory outcomes for specific industries.
