Deadline: 30-Jun-25
The Public Diplomacy Section of the Embassy of the United States of America in the Republic of Cyprus is pleased to announce an open competition for Federal Awards (Grants) through the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program, aiming to support the strengthening of ties and advancing relations between the U.S. and Cyprus.
Priority Program Areas
- To achieve the objective of the Public Diplomacy Grants Program, grant proposals, from American or Cypriot organizations or individuals, which advance the following priorities, will be considered for funding:
- Enable exchanges and academic collaboration: Projects which promote academic, student, and professional short-term exchange opportunities between the U.S. and Cyprus; support English language teaching by Americans in Cyprus; promote the English language for business/commercial purposes; and/or facilitate linkages between American and Cypriot educational institutions
- Promote cooperation in STEM fields: Projects which enhance cooperation between the United States and Cyprus in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; leverage U.S. expertise in energy, AI, and cybersecurity; promote the application of U.S. technology and innovation.
- Support American economic prosperity: Projects which enhance business and commercial ties between the U.S. and Cyprus; teach entrepreneurial or business skills using U.S. models; reduce causes of illegal migration.
- Enhance regional security: Projects which encourage Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot interaction, towards a durable solution to the Cyprus issue, for the advancement of regional stability and to safeguard regional U.S. interests.
Funding Information
- Total available funding: $50,000, pending availability of funds.
- Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $15,000
Duration
- Proposed projects should be completed in 18 months or less.
Eligibility Criteria
- The following are eligible to apply:
- American, Cypriot, or other foreign individuals
- American, Cypriot, or other foreign not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations
- American, Cypriot, or other foreign public and private educational institutions
- Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
Ineligibility Criteria
- The following categories are not eligible for funding under this NOFO:
- For-profit institutions, such as those registered as commercial and/or private businesses;
- Charitable or development activities; fundraising campaigns;
- Construction programs;
- Programs that support specific religious activities;
- Lobbying for specific legislation or programs; investments primarily benefitting only one or a small number of businesses or individuals;
- Scientific research;
- Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of an organization, social welfare projects, acts of charity, or international development projects;
For more information, visit U.S. Embassy in Cyprus.