This grant aims to counter the influence of the Chinese Communist Party in Panama's universities by promoting U.S. presence and partnerships. It supports initiatives that engage students and faculty with American institutions and experts through various programs like English-language courses, technology workshops, and public discussions.
Who it's for: This grant is for public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), Native American tribal organizations, and small businesses that are interested in fostering U.S.-Panama academic partnerships and countering CCP influence in Panamanian universities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Entities not based in the U.S. or Panama
- For-profit organizations not classified as small businesses
- Individuals
- Entities without a clear plan for U.S.-Panama academic engagement
- Organizations not focused on educational or public diplomacy initiatives
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)
- Partnership agreements or letters of support
- Organizational background and experience
- Plan for measuring project impact
- Timeline of activities
- Resumes of key personnel
- Registration with the U.S. government’s System for Award Management (SAM)
Cautions
- Short application window
- Need for clear alignment with U.S. diplomatic goals
- Potential political sensitivities in Panama
- Requirement for sustained engagement, not one-off events
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, other Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, and small businesses. These entities should have the capacity to engage in educational and public diplomacy initiatives between the U.S. and Panama.
Overview
This grant is for public and state institutions of higher education, nonprofits (both with and without 501(c)(3) status), Native American tribal organizations, and small businesses that are interested in fostering U.S.-Panama academic partnerships and countering CCP influence in Panamanian universities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Entities not based in the U.S. or Panama
- For-profit organizations not classified as small businesses
- Individuals
- Entities without a clear plan for U.S.-Panama academic engagement
- Organizations not focused on educational or public diplomacy initiatives
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for creating and implementing programs that promote U.S. engagement in Panamanian universities, such as workshops, public discussions, and research collaborations. They may also cover costs related to visiting speakers and exchange programs.
Total Program Funding
$150,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 13, 2026(15 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with SAM
- Develop a detailed project proposal
- Create a comprehensive budget
- Gather letters of support or partnership agreements
- Prepare organizational background information
- Draft a timeline of activities
- Compile resumes of key personnel
- Plan for impact measurement