The Young Pacific Leaders Solutions Labs grant is designed to support workshops that focus on U.S. foreign policy priorities in the Pacific region. These workshops aim to engage young leaders from Pacific Island countries in areas like investment, sports, peace, and digital freedom. Organizations can apply to host one or more workshops, with funding ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 per workshop.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can host workshops in the Pacific region, specifically targeting young leaders aged 20-40 from Pacific Island countries. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, Native American tribal organizations, and small businesses.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit entities not classified as small businesses
- Organizations without experience in the Pacific region
- Applicants not focusing on U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Entities outside the specified eligible types
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status or business registration
- Detailed workshop proposal
- Budget plan for the workshop
- Experience in organizing similar events
- Plan for engaging young Pacific leaders
- Evidence of past work in the Pacific region
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Workshops must target young leaders from Pacific Island countries
- Funding is competitive and limited
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, Native American tribal organizations, and small businesses. These entities must be capable of organizing workshops in the Pacific region that align with U.S. foreign policy priorities.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can host workshops in the Pacific region, specifically targeting young leaders aged 20-40 from Pacific Island countries. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, Native American tribal organizations, and small businesses.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit entities not classified as small businesses
- Organizations without experience in the Pacific region
- Applicants not focusing on U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Entities outside the specified eligible types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to organize and host workshops that align with U.S. foreign policy priorities in the Pacific. This includes costs related to event planning, participant engagement, materials, and logistics.
Total Program Funding
$1,000,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 17, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 30, 2026(17 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 30, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Register your organization with the necessary federal systems
- Prepare a comprehensive workshop proposal
- Develop a detailed budget for the workshop
- Gather documentation proving eligibility
- Outline a plan for engaging young Pacific leaders
- Submit the application by the deadline