Deadline: 15-Aug-25
The US Embassy to the United Kingdom’s Public Diplomacy Section, PDS, is pleased to announce the launch of its annual Public Diplomacy Grants Program.
Purpose
- PDS manages the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in the United Kingdom’s grants program. They invite proposals from the following entities for projects that strengthen bilateral ties between the United States and the United Kingdom:
- Individuals
- Non-governmental/not-for-profit/civil society organizations
- Think tanks (not-for-profit)
- Government institutions
- Academic institutions (not-for-profit)
Priority Areas
- Democracy and Shared Values: Activities that promote the U.S.-UK bilateral relationship and build people-to-people ties.
- Special attention will be given to projects that commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence; promote shared values between the U.S. and the UK, including their commitment to democracy and human rights.
- Global Challenges: Activities that build public support for the U.S.-UK alliance and U.S. foreign policy priorities related to shared national security challenges; and/or address transnational challenges; and/or projects that promote peaceful dialogue and counter radicalization.
- Special attention will be given to projects focused on bolstering support for Ukraine; raising awareness around PRC interventionist activities; and promoting peace and prosperity in Northern Ireland.
- Science and Technology: Activities that build awareness, action and cooperation on global priorities including cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, STEAM, and/or improve the connections between U.S. and UK businesses. Special attention will be given to projects that:
- Advance collaboration on the safe and responsible use of AI; and/or promote policies and infrastructure to support transatlantic security; and support women and girls in developing STEAM skills.
Funding Information
- Estimated Total Program Funding: $800,000
- Award Ceiling: $100,000
- Award Floor: $10,000
- Length of Performance Period: 1 to 12 months
Eligible Projects
- Examples of grants program projects include, but are not limited to:
- Academic and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs.
- Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions.
- Professional and academic exchanges and projects.
- Professional development workshops and training.
Ineligible Activities
- The following types of programs are not eligible for funding:
- Programs relating to partisan political activity
- Charitable activities
- Construction programs
- Programs that support specific religious activities
- Fundraising campaigns
- Lobbying for specific legislation or programs
- Scientific or academic research
- Programs intended primarily for the growth or institutional development of an organization
- Programs that duplicate existing programs supported by the U.S. Embassy
Eligibility Criteria
- The U.S. Embassy encourages applications from the United States and the United Kingdom (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales):
- Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/nongovernmental organizations with programming experience
- Individuals
- Not-for-profit or governmental educational institutions
- Governmental institutions
Application Requirements
- Please ensure:
- The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity.
- All documents are in English.
- All budgets are in U.S. dollars.
- All pages are numbered.
- All documents are formatted to 8 ½ x 11 paper, and
- All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12-point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins.
- Summary Coversheet: The coversheet should state the applicant’s name and organization, the proposal date, program title, program period proposed start, end date, and brief purpose of the program.
- Proposal: The proposal should contain sufficient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, or the template provided above, but it must include all the items below:
- Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed program, including program objectives, anticipated impact and the region(s) of the UK for the primary audience.
- Introduction to the Organization or Individual Applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous grants from the U.S. Embassy in London and/or U.S. government agencies.
- Problem Statement: Clear, concise, and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed and why the proposed program is needed.
- Program Goals and Objectives: The “goals” describe what the program is intended to achieve. What aspect of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom will be improved? The “objectives” refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable.
- Program Activities: Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives.
- Program Methods and Design: A description of how the program is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal. If your proposal involves advertising to the public, a plan of how you will ensure a large target audience.
- Proposed Program Schedule: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events.
- Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles, and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this program?
- Program Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees.
- Program Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: This is an important part of successful grants. Throughout the timeframe of the grant, how will the activities be monitored to ensure they are happening in a timely manner, and how will the program be evaluated to make sure it is meeting the goals of the grant?
- Future Funding or Sustainability: Applicant’s plan for continuing the program beyond the grant period, or the availability of other resources, if applicable.
- Attachments:
- One-page CV or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program.
- Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner.
- Official permission letters, if required, for program activities.
- Documentation of non-profit, non-commercial, non-governmental, or charitable status.
- If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, include your latest NICRA as a PDF file.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.