U.S.-ROK Strategic Partnership Initiatives
The U.S. Embassy Seoul is offering up to $800,000 for innovative programs in Korea that strengthen the U.S.-ROK alliance and advance shared priorities like technology, security, and public diplomacy, with a 2026 application deadline.
Funder: U.S. Mission to South Korea
Due Dates: July 6, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $25,000–$100,000 per award | Total program funding: $800,000 | Up to 15 awards expected
Summary: Supports innovative, high-impact initiatives in Korea that advance U.S.-ROK strategic priorities, strengthen the alliance, and expand practical cooperation.
Description
This funding opportunity from the U.S. Mission to South Korea (U.S. Embassy Seoul Public Diplomacy Section) seeks proposals for programs that advance shared priorities identified in the U.S.-ROK Joint Fact Sheet and other bilateral or U.S. policy frameworks. The initiative is designed to strengthen the U.S.-ROK Alliance, expand practical cooperation, and support strategic engagement with key Korean audiences through innovative and impactful projects implemented in the Republic of Korea.
Competitive proposals may address areas such as:
- Economic and technology cooperation
- Innovation and workforce development
- Cybersecurity
- Critical minerals and supply chain resilience
- Shipbuilding and maritime cooperation
- Freedom of expression
- Countering anti-American propaganda from foreign actors
- Transnational crime prevention and online safety
- Freedom 250 (U.S. 250th anniversary) educational, cultural, or public engagement programming (must conclude by December 31, 2026)
Projects should include clear, measurable outputs and outcomes, and a robust plan for monitoring and evaluation. Proposals should demonstrate practical, results-oriented programming and strong local implementation capacity.
