[U.S. Mission to Canada](https://ca.usembassy.gov/)

August 20, 2025, 16:00 EST

$15,000–$100,000 per award | Up to 18 months per project | ~10 awards expected

Supports public diplomacy projects that strengthen U.S.-Canada ties through bilateral cooperation and increased Canadian understanding of U.S. policy, culture, and perspectives.

--- ## Description This opportunity, issued by the U.S. Mission to Canada, seeks proposals for public diplomacy projects that foster bilateral cooperation and mutual understanding between the United States and Canada. Projects should include a substantive American element—such as collaboration with American experts or institutions—and aim to increase Canadian audiences’ understanding of U.S. policy, culture, and history. Priority is given to initiatives that are innovative, public-facing, and have nationwide reach in Canada. Funding supports a wide range of activities, including academic and professional exchanges, lectures, workshops, exhibitions, and network-building initiatives. All proposals must align with U.S. priorities of making America and Americans safer, stronger, and more prosperous, or celebrating American excellence, particularly in the context of the upcoming America250 commemoration. --- ## Due Dates - Applications are due by **August 20, 2025, at 16:00 EST**. - Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. --- ## Funding Amount - **Award range:** $15,000 to $100,000 per project - **Expected number of awards:** Approximately 10 - **Project duration:** Up to 18 months - **Cost sharing/matching:** Not required Continuation funding may be available for successful projects, subject to availability of funds and satisfactory progress. --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and NGOs) based in the United States or Canada - Public and private educational institutions in the U.S. or Canada - Individuals (U.S. or Canadian) **Additional requirements:** - Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration (not required for individuals). - Proposals must target Canadian audiences and include a clear American element. - Projects must be public-facing (e.g., events, publications, or campaigns). **Ineligible activities:** - Partisan political activity - Charitable or development activities - Construction - Religious activities - Fundraising campaigns - Lobbying - Scientific research - Institutional development - Programs duplicating existing efforts --- ## Application Process 1. **Prepare application materials:** - SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance—organizations) - SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs) - SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs) - Proposal (max 10 pages, covering objectives, methods, timeline, personnel, and evaluation) - Budget justification narrative - CV/resume for key personnel - Letters of support (if applicable) - Additional attachments as required (e.g., NICRA agreement if claiming indirect costs) 2. **Submission:** - Submit all application materials by email to [ottawa-pa@state.gov](mailto:ottawa-pa@state.gov) - Applications must be in English and budgets in U.S. dollars. 3. **Registration:** - Organizations must have a UEI and be registered in SAM.gov (allow 4–8 weeks for processing). - Individuals do not require UEI or SAM.gov registration. 4. **Review process:** - Proposals are evaluated on quality, feasibility, organizational capacity, planning, budget, monitoring, and sustainability. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should have a public-facing component to maximize engagement and visibility. - Priority program areas include: - Innovation and Emerging Technologies (AI, STEM, energy, cybersecurity, space) - Security and Defense (NATO, NORAD, Arctic security, cybersecurity) - Securing the Northern Border (counter-fentanyl, anti-trafficking) - America250 Commemoration (joint history, democracy, innovation) - Reinforcing Networks (educational, cultural, professional partnerships; leveraging major events like FIFA World Cup 2026) - Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by October 30, 2025. - Recipients must comply with all relevant federal regulations and reporting requirements. --- ## External Links - [Full Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360041) - [Annual Program Statement (Full PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/PD-FY25-CANADA-APS.pdf) - [SF-424A Budget Form (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/SF-424A%20(Budget%20Information%20for%20Non-Construction%20programs).pdf) - [SF-424B Assurances Form (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/SF-424B%20(Assurances%20for%20Non-Construction%20programs).pdf) - [U.S. Mission to Canada – Public Diplomacy](https://ca.usembassy.gov/education-culture/grants/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Description | |------------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------------------| | Public Diplomacy Section | [ottawa-pa@state.gov](mailto:ottawa-pa@state.gov) | For questions and submissions |

Annual Program Statement (APS)

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