American Corners Portugal Operational Funding
This grant provides operational and programming funds for American Corners in Portugal to promote U.S. culture, innovation, and history through strategic activities and resources in Fiscal Year 2026.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Portugal
Due Dates: August 28, 2026
Funding Amounts: $4,166 per award (6 expected awards); total program funding $25,000; 1-year duration.
Summary: Supports operational and programmatic costs for official American Corners in Portugal, including public diplomacy programming and Freedom 250 activities.
Key Information: Only official American Corners in Portugal are eligible; limited competition.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the U.S. Mission to Portugal, is a limited competition grant designed to support the operational needs and strategic programming of official American Corners in Portugal. Funding will cover costs such as design and furnishings that reflect an American identity, essential resources and supplies, technology, internet, management oversight, and in-country coordinator meetings. Additionally, funds will enable the development and delivery of public diplomacy programming that highlights U.S. innovation, freedom of expression, and economic leadership. A special focus is placed on "Freedom 250" activities that commemorate and promote public understanding of the principles shaping the United States over the past 250 years.
