Deadline: 02-Sep-2025
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut, through the Public Diplomacy Section, has launched the “Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary” Annual Program Statement (APS) to support innovative projects that highlight American history and the enduring relationship between the United States and Lebanon.
Innovation: American Ingenuity Across Borders; Highlight the United States as a global engine of innovation in science, technology, culture, arts, and storytelling; Showcase American leadership in areas such as artificial intelligence, biomedical breakthroughs, and space exploration; Elevate cultural exports like film, music, fashion, literature, sports, and digital media as uniquely American contributions that inspire and connect communities worldwide. American History: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Future; Engage Lebanese audiences with a nuanced and compelling narrative of American history; Include uplifting stories of civil rights progress, volunteerism, and democratic ideals; Promote a deeper understanding of America’s founding values and historical journey through exhibits, lectures, academic modules, social media and audiovisual content, and public diplomacy campaigns. Partnership: 250 Years of Diplomacy and Shared Prosperity; Celebrate the strength and potential of U.S.-Lebanese partnerships; Highlight the evolution of diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties with Lebanon framed in terms of shared interests and shared values; Underscore how U.S. support helps foster peace, security, and prosperity in Lebanon and globally.
This funding opportunity invites both organizations and individuals to submit proposals that center on public programs celebrating the people, events, ideas, and legacies related to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. All proposed programs must feature Lebanese audiences and include a distinct U.S. element or connection, whether through collaborations with American experts, institutions, or content.
The initiative is part of a year-long campaign that aims to deepen public understanding of American values, history, and innovation while strengthening bilateral ties. Projects with nationwide reach in Lebanon and a clear alignment with the strategic themes will be considered more favorably.
Eligible applicants include Lebanese non-profit organizations, civil society organizations, think tanks, private educational institutions, and individuals. While cost-sharing is encouraged, it is not mandatory. Selected programs will receive funding ranging from $75,000 to $250,000, depending on the applicant category, with the total available funding set at $600,000.
Programs must be completed within 12 to 18 months, with an anticipated start date of September 30, 2025. The deadline for applications is September 2, 2025.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
