[U.S. Mission to Oman](https://om.usembassy.gov/)

June 27, 2025

$500–$100,000 per award; up to 3 awards expected; project period up to 12 months

Supports programs that strengthen cultural, educational, professional, and scientific ties between the U.S. and Oman through public diplomacy initiatives.

Proposals must address at least one priority area and include a strong American cultural or institutional element.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity from the U.S. Embassy Muscat’s Public Affairs Section supports projects that foster stronger ties between the United States and Oman. The program seeks to advance public diplomacy by funding initiatives that highlight shared values, strengthen people-to-people connections, and promote bilateral cooperation. All proposals must incorporate a significant American cultural component or direct collaboration with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions. ### Grant Priority Areas - **Cultural and Artistic Exchange:** Projects highlighting shared heritage, artistic collaboration, or mutual appreciation in music, art, literature, or creative expression, including preservation of cultural heritage. - **English Language and Education:** Initiatives to improve American English skills, teaching methodologies, and institutional collaboration between the U.S. and Oman. - **Entrepreneurship and Economic Development:** Programs that encourage innovation, support small business development, promote workforce readiness, and enhance U.S.-Oman trade relations. - **STEM and Innovation:** Projects promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education, fostering innovation, and facilitating joint research or collaboration with U.S. entities. --- ## Due Dates - **Application Deadline:** June 27, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Range:** $500 to $100,000 per project - **Expected Number of Awards:** Up to 3 - **Estimated Total Program Funding:** $100,000 - **Project Duration:** Up to 12 months --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations) - Public and private educational institutions - Individuals - Eligible public international organizations and governmental institutions - Both U.S. and non-U.S. based applicants may be eligible There is **no cost-sharing or matching requirement**. --- ## Application Process - Prepare a proposal that clearly addresses at least one of the priority areas and includes a significant American element (e.g., collaboration with U.S. experts or institutions). - Submit the application via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359084) by the deadline. - Ensure the proposal aligns with the funder’s guidelines and priority areas; proposals outside these areas will not be considered. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must directly advance public diplomacy and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Oman. - All funded activities should be completed within the proposed 12-month project period. - Applications that do not include a clear American component or do not address a priority area will be deemed ineligible. --- ## External Links - [U.S. Mission to Oman – Home](https://om.usembassy.gov/) - [Grant Opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359084) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Description | |------------------------|-------------------------------------|---------------------------| | US Embassy Muscat | muscatpasgrants@state.gov | General grant inquiries |

Advancing U.S.-Oman Partnerships

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