The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs is looking for organizations to propose innovative programs that help partner countries while also supporting U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic goals. The focus is on promoting trade and leveraging resources to support American businesses and infrastructure.
Who it's for: This grant is open to any organization with a strong proposal for a program that can benefit partner countries and advance U.S. interests in trade, security, and diplomacy.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate alignment with U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives
- Proposals that do not promote trade or leverage assistance for American enterprise
- Incomplete or late submissions
- Lack of innovation in the proposed program
- Failure to catalyze private capital through market principles
What You May Need
- Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of organizational capability
- Documentation of past successful projects
- Registration with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- DUNS number
- Financial statements
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Organizational chart
Cautions
- Ensure the program aligns with U.S. interests
- Focus on trade rather than aid
- Be prepared to demonstrate how the program will leverage private capital
- Strict adherence to deadlines is crucial
- Proposals must be innovative and impactful
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
This grant opportunity is unrestricted, meaning any organization can apply. This includes non-profits, for-profits, educational institutions, and other entities capable of executing a program that aligns with the goals of the grant.
Overview
This grant is open to any organization with a strong proposal for a program that can benefit partner countries and advance U.S. interests in trade, security, and diplomacy.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to demonstrate alignment with U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives
- Proposals that do not promote trade or leverage assistance for American enterprise
- Incomplete or late submissions
- Lack of innovation in the proposed program
- Failure to catalyze private capital through market principles
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement programs that support U.S. interests by promoting trade, leveraging assistance for American businesses, and catalyzing private investment in partner countries.
Total Program Funding
$190,000,000
Expected Awards
9
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 30, 2026(34 days)
Application Checklist
- Register with the System for Award Management (SAM)
- Obtain a DUNS number
- Prepare a Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Draft a detailed project proposal
- Create a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather documentation of past successful projects
- Secure letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compile financial statements
- Prepare an organizational chart