The Syria Annual Program Statement is a grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs. It's looking for organizations to propose innovative projects that help partner countries and advance U.S. interests. These projects should focus on areas like energy, technology, agriculture, and economic recovery, and should promote American business and infrastructure. The grant aims to use foreign aid to support U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic goals.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can develop foreign assistance programs benefiting partner countries while promoting U.S. commercial interests. Ideal applicants are those with experience in sectors like energy, digital connectivity, emerging technologies, agriculture, and economic recovery.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Proposals not aligned with U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives
- Projects that do not promote American enterprise
- Lack of focus on leveraging private capital
- Non-compliance with country-specific guidance
What You May Need
- Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of organizational capability
- Partnership agreements, if applicable
- Documentation of past project successes
- Registration with relevant U.S. government systems
Cautions
- Funding is subject to availability
- Proposals must align with U.S. interests
- Projects should focus on trade, not aid
- Multiple awards are possible, but not guaranteed
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are organizations capable of developing foreign assistance programs that align with U.S. interests. This includes those experienced in sectors like energy, digital connectivity, emerging technologies, agriculture, and economic recovery. The grant is open to a wide range of organizations, but they must demonstrate the ability to leverage foreign assistance to promote U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that can develop foreign assistance programs benefiting partner countries while promoting U.S. commercial interests. Ideal applicants are those with experience in sectors like energy, digital connectivity, emerging technologies, agriculture, and economic recovery.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Failure to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Proposals not aligned with U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives
- Projects that do not promote American enterprise
- Lack of focus on leveraging private capital
- Non-compliance with country-specific guidance
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement foreign assistance projects that support U.S. interests and benefit partner countries. This includes projects in energy, digital connectivity, emerging technologies, agriculture, and economic recovery.
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 31, 2026(46 days)
- Last Updated
- Jul 15, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review country-specific guidance
- Draft a Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Align project with U.S. economic and diplomatic goals
- Prepare a detailed budget
- Gather documentation of organizational capability
- Ensure registration with U.S. government systems