On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout 2026, the U.S. Mission Vietnam’s American Spaces will prioritize activities to commemorate this milestone by promoting the American story in Vietnam, celebrating American excellence and showcasing the American leadership in innovation, education and culture to Vietnamese audiences.

The U.S. Mission Vietnam Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications to compete for a grant or cooperative agreement award to promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous America and showcase American excellence through interactive, engaging programming at American Spaces in Vietnam.

American Spaces are the U.S. Department of State’s key touchpoints for millions of people globally, building connections between the United States and communities worldwide. Managed by U.S. embassies and consulates, often in partnership with local institutions, American Spaces are strategically aligned to U.S. foreign policy and national security goals. They showcase the United States’ core values and reflect the American spirit to international audiences. Through their engagement with foreign audiences, American Spaces support U.S. interests, foster a greater understanding of the United States, and offer opportunities for the United States to connect with aspiring leaders.

Mission Vietnam’s American Spaces are located in Hanoi, Thai Nguyen, Ho Chi Minh City, Thai Nguyen, An Giang and Can Tho. The project activities under this NOFO must be implemented/conducted at a minimum of two American Spaces, which are the U.S. government-operated American Centers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and partner American Spaces at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Thai Nguyen University, and An Giang University. Grantees are responsible for securing permissions to conduct project activities at the partner American Spaces, including meeting the partner institutions’ paperwork requirements. 

This Notice of Funding Opportunity outlines our funding priorities, strategic themes, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please note that the agreement will be signed under a federal assistance award. The funding is not eligible for a service agreement.    

Please follow carefully all instructions below.  

Education

• Private institutions of higher education
• Public and state institutions of higher education

Miscellaneous

• Other

Nonprofit

• Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)