Grants Program
Funds nonprofit-led projects advancing collaboration, research, and understanding on shared U.S.-Japan challenges in areas like education, policy, culture, and environment.
Funder: United States-Japan Foundation
Due Dates: August 21, 2026 (LOI) | December 4, 2026 (LOI) | March 27, 2026 (LOI) | June 26, 2026 (LOI) | Previous: March 28, 2025 | June 27, 2025 | September 26, 2025 | December 26, 2025
Funding Amounts: No strict maximum; typical awards $50,000–$100,000 per project, overhead capped at 10%, project duration varies.
Summary: Supports nonprofit-led projects that enhance U.S.-Japan relations and address shared challenges through collaborative initiatives.
Key Information: Only nonprofit organizations in the U.S. or Japan are eligible; individuals and for-profits are not eligible.
Description
The United States-Japan Foundation’s grants program funds projects that foster collaboration, understanding, and address shared challenges between the United States and Japan. The program seeks to support initiatives that illuminate issues of mutual concern and strengthen bilateral relations at national, regional, or global levels. Projects can focus on a wide range of themes, including education, policy, culture, environment, and more, provided they clearly articulate their relevance to both countries and contribute to improved U.S.-Japan relations.
