Grant Program: Japan – U.S. Global Partnership
The Japan Foundation New York grant funds Japan–U.S. collaborative research projects addressing global challenges through interdisciplinary policy-focused research, dialogue, and exchange.
Funder: Japan Foundation New York
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (concept note/draft recommended) | December 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: No set maximum; covers up to 80% of total project costs, typically one-year grants (renewable up to 3 years), indirect costs capped at 10% of direct costs.
Summary: Supports collaborative Japan–U.S. non-profit projects addressing global and societal challenges through research, dialogue, and exchange.
Key Information: Minimum 20% project cost share from non-JF sources required; only U.S. 501(c)(3) non-profits may apply via New York office.
Description
This program funds collaborative projects between Japanese and U.S. non-profit organizations to address pressing global and societal issues. The focus is on policy-oriented research and dialogue or exchange initiatives that foster partnerships among diverse professionals and backgrounds. Eligible topics span climate change, disaster prevention, health, food and energy security, sustainable cities, social and economic disparities, demographic challenges, technology, and more. Projects may also involve additional countries if built on a Japan–U.S. partnership framework, and interdisciplinary approaches are encouraged. Funding can be used for personnel, travel, conferences, publications, and other project-related expenses. The program aims to produce outcomes that contribute to knowledge and policy, and encourages broad participation and dissemination.
