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Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition

U.S. Mission to Jamaica · OFOP0002540

Closed

Award Range

$10K – $20K

Deadline

July 31, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

The US Embassy in Kingston, Jamaica is offering small public diplomacy grants (up to $20K) for projects that strengthen US-Jamaica ties under the "Freedom 250" framework — celebrating 250 years of American independence through programs promoting economic competitiveness, democratic resilience, or people-to-people exchange. These are tiny, quick-turnaround grants for local Jamaican and US organizations.

Who Should Apply

Nonprofits, think tanks, civil society organizations, and NGOs (both US-based and Jamaican) with project ideas connecting US-Jamaica partnership. Must align with Freedom 250 themes: Innovate, Ignite, Inspire.

Who Should NOT Apply

Commercial businesses, political parties, government agencies, or organizations without a connection to Jamaica or US-Jamaica relations.

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Must focus on US-Jamaica bilateral partnership
•Must align with Freedom 250 themes
•Must deliver measurable results
•Maximum $20K (very small)
•Must be a nonprofit/NGO/civil society org

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Embassy small grants are relationship-driven. If you've worked with the US Embassy Kingston before, you have a significant advantage. If not, reach out to the Public Affairs Section before the deadline to discuss your concept. $20K is tiny — propose something specific and completable in 3-6 months, not an ambitious multi-year vision.

Competitiveness: Low-moderate — small grants from a single embassy attract a local pool of maybe 20-40 applicants.

What This Grant Funds

The U.S. Embassy Kingston announces an open competition advancing U.S.-Jamaica partnership through the Freedom 250 framework Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire, supporting projects that strengthen bilateral ties and deliver measurable results in economic competitiveness, democratic resilience, and national security. Innovate projects demonstrate how democratic principles and technological excellence create mutual prosperity through AI bootcamps and STEM education, positioning Jamaica as a competitive economic partner aligned with U.S. priorities. Ignite initiatives equip youth with tools for informed civic participation, including workshops that combat misinformation and governance fellowships that build stable societies sharing America's commitment to common cultural values. Inspire initiatives demonstrate U.S. commitment to global diplomacy through debate, media literacy, health literacy campaigns, and community townhalls that protect mutual interests. Target audiences include youth, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations. Programs must deliver measurable impact aligned with U.S. strategic priorities: fostering innovation-driven growth, strengthening democratic institutions, and building resilient communities. This opportunity reinforces the United States' commitment to advancing prosperity, security, and free expression.

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicants The following organizations are eligible to apply: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions Individuals Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Minimum Award: $10K
Maximum Award: $20K
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: July 1, 2026

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

Kingstongrants@state.gov

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