U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau, PAS Annual Program Statement
Limited submission
Hong Kong & Macau Consulate seeks proposals strengthening US ties through cultural & exchange programs highlighting shared values and bilateral cooperation.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
U.S. Mission to China has archived this opportunity.
Funder: U.S. Mission to China
Due Dates: May 16, 2025 (final submission) | January 10, 2025 (early review)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per award (typical range: $3,000–$50,000) | Project period: up to 12 months
Summary: Supports programs that strengthen U.S.–Hong Kong/Macau ties through cultural, educational, and exchange activities with a clear U.S. element.
Key Information: Proposals must include a U.S. connection (expert, institution, or content); only one proposal per organization per review cycle.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau Public Affairs Section (PAS), funds projects that foster stronger ties between the United States and Hong Kong/Macau. The program supports cultural, educational, and exchange initiatives that highlight shared values, promote bilateral cooperation, and increase understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives. All proposals must include a substantive U.S. element, such as collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions.
Priority is given to projects that:
- Support STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities
- Promote American English language acquisition
- Advance economic empowerment, especially for underrepresented communities
- Raise public awareness about the environment, sustainability, climate change, and conservation
- Facilitate academic and cultural engagement on American expertise, values, and universal human rights
Projects may include lectures, workshops, exchanges, speaker programs, collaborative environmental projects, and participation of American professionals in local events.
