The Transatlantic Partnership Program is a grant opportunity from the U.S. Mission to Germany aimed at strengthening the relationship between the U.S. and Germany. It supports projects that promote mutual understanding and collaboration in areas like sports, science, and countering anti-Semitism. The program is open to a wide range of applicants and offers funding between $5,000 and $150,000 for innovative projects with a strong U.S. component and clear German audience engagement.
Who it's for: This grant is for anyone interested in creating projects that enhance the U.S.-German relationship. It is particularly suitable for organizations or individuals who can propose innovative ideas in areas like sports, science, or cultural exchange, and who can effectively engage German audiences.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a strong U.S. component in the project
- No clear engagement with a German audience
- Proposals without measurable objectives
- Projects not aligned with the key areas of cooperation
- Missing strategic implementation plan
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Strategic implementation plan
- Defined target audience in Germany
- Measurable objectives
- Budget outline
- Evidence of U.S. component
- Plan for evaluating project impact
Cautions
- Ensure the project has a strong U.S. component
- Clearly define the German target audience
- Include measurable objectives and outcomes
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
The grant is open to a wide range of applicants, as it is listed as 'UNRESTRICTED'. This means that individuals, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and other entities are eligible to apply, provided they can meet the program's requirements and objectives.
Overview
This grant is for anyone interested in creating projects that enhance the U.S.-German relationship. It is particularly suitable for organizations or individuals who can propose innovative ideas in areas like sports, science, or cultural exchange, and who can effectively engage German audiences.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a strong U.S. component in the project
- No clear engagement with a German audience
- Proposals without measurable objectives
- Projects not aligned with the key areas of cooperation
- Missing strategic implementation plan
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement projects that foster U.S.-German collaboration in specified areas such as sports, science, and cultural exchange. They can also support initiatives that counter anti-Semitism and promote freedom of speech.
Total Program Funding
$400,000
Expected Awards
4
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 29, 2026(8 days)
Application Checklist
- Read the full funding opportunity on the U.S. Embassy website
- Draft a detailed project proposal
- Identify and define the German target audience
- Develop a strategic implementation plan
- Outline measurable objectives
- Prepare a budget outline
- Ensure the project includes a strong U.S. component
- Plan for evaluating the project's long-term impact