Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary in Sabah
Agency: U.S. Mission to Malaysia
Assistance Listings: 19.040 -- Public Diplomacy Programs
Description
The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals to celebrate America's 250th anniversary (Freedom250) in the state of Sabah, Malaysia. This funding opportunity seeks innovative programs that showcase U.S. excellence across various sectors, promote American excellence and strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and Malaysia.
Programs should advance U.S. leadership and national interests in the region by engaging Malaysian audiences in Sabah, particularly youth, educators, entrepreneurs, and civil society leaders. Priority will be given to programs that create lasting impact, promote dialogue, and highlight American excellence.
Eligible activities may include cultural exchanges, educational programs, innovation showcases, entrepreneurship initiatives, arts and music performances, sports diplomacy, STEM education programs, English language initiatives, and commemorative events that celebrate the U.S.-Malaysia partnership.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Miscellaneous
- Other
Education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Public Diplomacy Section Email
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Post_Kuala_Lumpur_FY2026_-_Notice_of_Funding_Opportunity.pdf | Notice of Funding Opportunity | Mar 27, 2026 07:45 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 30, 2026
Award
$150,000
Program Funding
4
Expected awards
$50,000
Award Minimum
$150,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
SMY-PDS-2026-002
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Arts
Education
Other
Category Explanation:
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education and Exchange Arts and Culture Sports Diplomacy
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 27, 2026
Archive date:
June 29, 2026
