The U.S. Embassy in Amman is offering a grant for a film program called Reel American: The Road to the Olympic Rings. This program will showcase American sports films to engage young people in Jordan, promoting American sports culture and values ahead of the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles. The program will run from October 2026 to June 2028, featuring monthly film screenings and discussions.
Who it's for: This grant is for private and public institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that are interested in promoting American sports culture through film screenings in Jordan.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Submitting applications through Grants.gov
- Not being a private or public institution of higher education or a nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status
- Missing the application deadline
- Proposing a program outside the specified timeline of October 2026 to June 2028
What You May Need
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (for nonprofits)
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capability statement
- Past performance references
- Email submission to AmmanGrants@state.gov
Cautions
- Applications must be submitted via email, not through Grants.gov
- Ensure all program activities align with the U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Strict adherence to the timeline is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include private institutions of higher education, public and state institutions of higher education, and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status. These entities should be capable of organizing and hosting film screenings and discussions in Jordan to promote American sports culture.
Overview
This grant is for private and public institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status that are interested in promoting American sports culture through film screenings in Jordan.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Submitting applications through Grants.gov
- Not being a private or public institution of higher education or a nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status
- Missing the application deadline
- Proposing a program outside the specified timeline of October 2026 to June 2028
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to organize and host monthly film screenings and discussions in Jordan, focusing on American sports films. This includes costs related to venue rentals, film rights, promotional materials, and other program-related expenses.
Total Program Funding
$100,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 31, 2026(39 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
- Last Updated
- Jul 22, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a private or public institution of higher education or a nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status
- Develop a comprehensive program proposal
- Create a detailed budget plan
- Prepare an organizational capability statement
- Gather past performance references
- Submit the application via email to AmmanGrants@state.gov before the deadline