[U.S. Mission to India](https://in.usembassy.gov)

March 10, 2026 (Full application deadline)

$100,000–$500,000 per award; up to $500,000 total program funding; up to 5 awards

Supports large-scale public engagement activities across India to highlight U.S.-India ties and American excellence under the Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative.

--- ## Description This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to India, seeks proposals for one to five cooperative agreements to implement high-visibility public engagement activities as part of the Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative. The initiative aims to deploy innovative, large-scale programming across India through December 31, 2026, to showcase the historical legacy of American excellence, highlight U.S. innovation and leadership, and celebrate the enduring cultural, economic, and strategic ties between the United States and India. --- ## Due Dates - March 10, 2026: Full application deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $500,000 - Award ceiling: $500,000 - Award floor: $100,000 - Expected number of awards: 1–5 - Funding instrument: Cooperative Agreement - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - Not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations) - Public and private educational institutions - Public International Organizations - Governmental institutions **Note:** Individuals are not eligible; applicants must have organizational status as outlined above. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by March 10, 2026. - Review the full [opportunity listing on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361261) for complete application instructions and required documents. - Additional program details and application portal are available via the [MyGrants platform](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=2456fd88474b3a944f681864336d4346&view=Default). - Contact the grant administrator at ND_GrantApplications@state.gov for technical difficulties or clarifications. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must be completed by December 31, 2026. - Focus is on public engagement activities that highlight U.S.-India relations, American innovation, and cultural ties. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - Both new and established organizations are eligible if they meet the stated requirements. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Listing (OFOP0002512)](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361261) - [MyGrants Opportunity Page](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=2456fd88474b3a944f681864336d4346&view=Default) - [U.S. Mission to India Homepage](https://in.usembassy.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-------------------------------|--------------------------| | U.S. Mission to India | ND_GrantApplications@state.gov | (+91)-114-198-0000 |

Freedom 250 Outreach Across India

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