Launching the Next 250 Years of American and European Innovation and Growth
This grant supports projects that celebrate U.S. history and innovation, strengthen U.S.-EU relations, and promote growth in trade, technology, energy, and security among European Union audiences.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Belgium
Due Dates: June 22, 2026
Funding Amounts: $20,000–$100,000 per award; up to $250,000 total program funding; typically 3 awards
Summary: Supports projects that celebrate U.S. history and innovation while advancing U.S.-EU relations and economic growth, with a focus on the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Key Information: Cost sharing or matching is required.
Description
This grant opportunity, administered by the U.S. Mission to Belgium, aims to commemorate America’s 250th birthday by supporting projects that highlight the historic and ongoing strength of the U.S.-EU relationship. Projects should deliver impactful activities for the anniversary year (concluding by December 31, 2026) and foster enduring collaboration between the United States and the European Union. Priority themes include trade, technological innovation (including AI), energy, critical minerals, security, and defense. Grantees are expected to engage EU civil society, government, private sector, and industry leaders to showcase success stories or build people-to-people ties that advance or drive growth in these key areas.
