Opportunity Information: Apply for OFOP0002610
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- The U.S. Mission to the Philippines in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement (APS) 2026" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-04-07.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-07-31. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $50,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Opportunity Summary:
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines, through its Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State, is inviting proposals under its Annual Program Statement (APS) for 2026. This opportunity supports public diplomacy programming in the Philippines and is designed to fund projects that advance the Embassy's strategic public engagement priorities and themes. The APS serves as the Embassy's umbrella call for ideas, explaining what kinds of activities it wants to support and how applicants should submit requests for funding. All awards are explicitly subject to the availability of funds, meaning proposals may be reviewed and considered even if final funding decisions depend on budget conditions.
This is a discretionary grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: OFOP0002610) under CFDA 19.040, with an award ceiling of $50,000 per award. The listing shows the expected number of awards as 0, which typically signals that the agency is not committing in advance to a fixed number of grants and may make awards based on proposal quality, fit with priorities, and available funds during the APS period. The application window runs through July 31, 2026 (original closing date), so proposals must be submitted by that date following the instructions in the full APS document.
Eligibility is broad and includes not-for-profit organizations such as think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations, whether incorporated in the United States, the Philippines, or other countries. Public and private higher education institutions are also eligible, and the announcement notes that individuals may apply as well. The opportunity is administered by the U.S. Mission to the Philippines, and the activity category is listed as "Other," which is common for public diplomacy calls that can support a range of engagement formats rather than a single program type.
At a practical level, applicants should expect the APS to prioritize projects that clearly align with Embassy public diplomacy objectives, demonstrate credible implementation capacity, and present a strong plan for outcomes and audience impact. While the brief summary does not list the specific themes, it indicates that the APS document itself details the funding priorities and strategic themes, along with submission procedures. Anyone interested should plan to tailor their proposal to those stated themes, build a realistic budget under the $50,000 ceiling, and follow the Embassy's required format and compliance steps to be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this grant opportunity?
This opportunity is the U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) Annual Program Statement (APS) for 2026. It is an umbrella call for proposals to support public diplomacy programming in the Philippines that advances the Embassy's strategic public engagement priorities and themes.
Who is offering and administering the funding?
The funding is offered through the U.S. Department of State and administered by the U.S. Mission to the Philippines via the Embassy's Public Diplomacy Section (PDS).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this APS?
The Funding Opportunity Number is OFOP0002610.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is listed under CFDA 19.040.
Is this a discretionary grant?
Yes. The listing describes it as a discretionary grant opportunity, meaning awards are not automatic and depend on factors such as alignment with priorities, proposal quality, and available funding.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $50,000 per award. Budgets should be built realistically within this limit.
How many awards will be made?
The expected number of awards is listed as 0. This typically indicates the agency is not committing to a fixed number of grants in advance and may make awards based on proposal quality, fit with priorities, and the availability of funds during the APS period.
Are awards guaranteed if a proposal is strong?
No. All awards are explicitly subject to the availability of funds. Proposals may be reviewed and considered, but final funding decisions can depend on budget conditions.
What kinds of projects does the APS support?
The APS supports public diplomacy programming in the Philippines that advances the Embassy's strategic public engagement priorities and themes. The brief summary does not list specific themes, and indicates that the full APS document contains the detailed funding priorities and strategic themes.
Where can applicants find the specific strategic themes and priorities?
The specific themes and funding priorities are described in the full APS document. Applicants should use that document to tailor proposals to the stated Embassy priorities.
What is the application deadline?
The application window runs through July 31, 2026 (original closing date). Proposals must be submitted by that date following the instructions in the full APS document.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations) incorporated in the United States, the Philippines, or other countries. Public and private higher education institutions are also eligible. The announcement also notes that individuals may apply.
Can organizations outside the Philippines apply?
Yes. The eligibility description includes organizations incorporated in the United States, the Philippines, or other countries.
Can individuals apply directly?
Yes. The eligibility section indicates that individuals may apply as well.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is listed as "Other." This is common for public diplomacy calls that can support a range of engagement formats rather than a single program type.
What should applicants emphasize to be competitive?
Based on the summary provided, applicants should be prepared to: (1) clearly align the proposed project with the Embassy's public diplomacy objectives and the APS themes; (2) demonstrate credible implementation capacity; and (3) present a strong plan for outcomes and audience impact.
What budget considerations should applicants keep in mind?
Applicants should develop a realistic budget that stays under the $50,000 award ceiling and aligns with the proposed activities. The APS document should be followed for required budget format and any compliance steps mentioned there.
Where are submission procedures and required formats described?
The summary notes that the APS document explains how applicants should submit requests for funding and details submission procedures. Applicants should follow the required format and compliance steps described in that full APS.
Can proposals be reviewed even if funding is uncertain?
Yes. The opportunity states that awards are subject to the availability of funds, which means proposals may be reviewed and considered even if final funding decisions depend on budget conditions.
What geography does the programming focus on?
The programming focus is public diplomacy programming in the Philippines.
What is the purpose of an Annual Program Statement (APS)?
The APS serves as the Embassy's umbrella call for ideas. It explains what kinds of activities the Embassy wants to support and how applicants should submit requests for funding.
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