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U.S. Embassy Jerusalem Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement
U.S. Mission to Israel · ISR-PD-APS-26-001
Award Range
$25K – $250K
Total Program Funding
$1.0M
Deadline
July 22, 2026
GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem is running an open Annual Program Statement with up to $1M across multiple awards ($25K-$250K each) for public diplomacy projects. This funds cultural exchanges, educational programs, media projects, and people-to-people initiatives that advance U.S.-Israel/Palestinian engagement. Wide range of project types — journalism training, STEM education, cultural performances, English teaching, entrepreneurship programs, etc.
Who Should Apply
Nonprofits, educational institutions, media organizations, and cultural groups with presence in Israel/Palestinian territories. Must be able to implement public diplomacy programming that advances U.S. interests in the region.
Who Should NOT Apply
Organizations without operations in Israel/Palestinian territories, for-profit companies (unless specifically allowed), advocacy organizations, or groups whose work is overtly political rather than cultural/educational.
Key Requirements (Plain English)
- •Must operate in Israel or Palestinian territories
- •Must implement public diplomacy programming (cultural, educational, media)
- •Must advance U.S. engagement objectives
- •Awards range $25K-$250K
- •Must demonstrate project sustainability beyond grant period
- •No cost-sharing required
💡 GrantQuick Tip
Embassy Annual Program Statements are rolling — you can apply anytime before the deadline with different project concepts. The Embassy funds many small projects rather than one big one. If you're a local cultural organization, English language school, or media training nonprofit in the region, these are very accessible. Start small ($25K-$50K) for your first Embassy grant to build the relationship, then go bigger.
Competitiveness: Low-moderate — multiple awards across diverse project types. Many small organizations successfully receive Embassy grants.
What This Grant Funds
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem’s Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition to implement projects that advance U.S. economic, commercial, and security interests in Israel. This Annual Program Statement (APS) outlines strategic goals, expected outcomes, target audiences, eligibility criteria, and application guidelines for cooperative agreements ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, with a project duration of up to 12 months. Project proposals must address at least one of the following goals:
1. Advance U.S. economic interests and technological leadership
2. Counter malign influence and promote free speech
3. Promote President Trump’s 20-point Peace Plan
4. Advance U.S. interests through American arts and culture
5. Engage alumni networks to advance U.S. interests
In addition to aligning with one of the strategic goals, applicants should clearly explain how they advance American leadership and excellence and how the projects deliver measurable results.
This APS seeks to partner with eligible entities, including not-for-profit organizations, education institutions, or individuals to achieve these goals.
Please read the entire APS package before submitting an application. Applications must be submitted by July 22, 2026, for projects beginning as early as September 1, 2026. For more information, contact TelAvivGrants@state.gov. Applications that do not meet the eligibility criteria and do not contain all of the required information will not be considered.
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Who Can Apply
Eligible Applicant Types
Funding Details
- Minimum Award
- $25K
- Maximum Award
- $250K
- Total Program Funding
- $1.0M
- Cost Sharing Required?
- No
- Funding Instrument
- cooperative_agreement
Key Dates
Agency Contact
TelAvivGrants
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