This grant is from the U.S. Embassy in Qatar and aims to fund projects that strengthen economic, technological, and security ties between the U.S. and Qatar. It's about showcasing U.S. firms and technologies as preferred partners in Qatar and highlighting how America's open society fosters innovation. Projects should align with U.S. interests and focus on at least one of four themes: economic and technology partnerships, innovation, security cooperation, or showcasing American heritage and excellence.
Who it's for: This grant is open to anyone who can propose a project that advances U.S. interests in Qatar in the areas of economy, technology, and security. There are no specific restrictions on who can apply, so it's open to a wide range of applicants.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals that do not align with U.S. strategic interests
- Projects that focus on traditional cultural programming
- Lack of clearly defined target audiences
- Absence of specific measurable objectives
- Failure to demonstrate concrete impact metrics
What You May Need
- A detailed project proposal
- Clearly defined target audiences
- Specific measurable objectives
- Concrete impact metrics
- Strategic alignment with U.S. interests
- Budget plan within the $10,000 - $100,000 range
- Documentation of past project successes (if applicable)
- Proof of ability to implement the project in Qatar
- Registration with the U.S. government’s System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Projects must not focus on traditional cultural programming
- Proposals must align with one or more of the specified themes
- Ensure the project directly supports U.S. national interests
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to all types of applicants, as there are no specific restrictions. This means individuals, organizations, and institutions that can propose relevant projects are eligible to apply.
Overview
This grant is open to anyone who can propose a project that advances U.S. interests in Qatar in the areas of economy, technology, and security. There are no specific restrictions on who can apply, so it's open to a wide range of applicants.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals that do not align with U.S. strategic interests
- Projects that focus on traditional cultural programming
- Lack of clearly defined target audiences
- Absence of specific measurable objectives
- Failure to demonstrate concrete impact metrics
Use of Funds
The funds can be used to implement projects that position U.S. firms and technologies as preferred partners in Qatar, demonstrate innovation driven by America's open society, strengthen U.S.-Qatar security cooperation, and showcase American excellence in ways that support strategic objectives.
Total Program Funding
$200,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 16, 2026(33 days)
Application Checklist
- Develop a project proposal aligning with one of the four themes
- Define target audiences and measurable objectives
- Outline concrete impact metrics
- Ensure strategic alignment with U.S. interests
- Prepare a budget within the $10,000 - $100,000 range
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Submit application by July 16, 2026