Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026
Agency: U.S. Mission to Bangladesh
Assistance Listings: 19.040 -- Public Diplomacy Programs
Description
The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Dhaka invites proposal submissions for cooperative agreements to design, administer, and implement high-visibility public engagement activities under Mission Bangladesh’s Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative, celebrating 250 years of American liberty and independence.
Through December 31, 2026, this initiative will deploy innovative, small-scale programming across Bangladesh to showcase the historical legacy of American excellence, highlight U.S. innovation and leadership, and celebrate the enduring cultural, economic, and strategic ties between the United States and Bangladesh.
...Activities may include, but are not limited to:
- Activities related to America Week July 1-7, 2026, in Dhaka, Chattogram, Rajshahi, and Sylhet.
- Public engagement exchanges and events featuring prominent American athletes, cultural and literary figures, innovators, or subject-matter experts;
- American-style public events and community celebrations that highlight U.S. traditions and values;
- Outreach celebrating U.S.-Bangladesh partnerships in business, entrepreneurship, energy, science, technology, and culture;
- Traveling exhibitions and educational materials on American history adapted for Bangladeshi audiences and local languages where appropriate;
- Community service initiatives that bring together American and Bangladeshi citizens;
- Leveraging American Spaces for U.S.-tailored programming.
The implementing partner will also develop, in coordination with the U.S. Embassy, Freedom 250-branded outreach and giveaway materials.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
Miscellaneous
- Individuals
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Dhaka PD Grants Administration Team
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| 01._Applicant_Organizational_Information.docx | Applicant Organizational Information | Mar 30, 2026 08:04 AM UTC |
| 02_-_Template_-_ME_PMP_Excel_version.xlsx | M&E Excel version | Mar 30, 2026 08:05 AM UTC |
| 02_-_Template_-_ME_PMP.docx | M&E Word Version | Mar 30, 2026 08:05 AM UTC |
| 02a_-_Instructions-ME_PMP.docx | M&E PMP Instructions | Mar 30, 2026 08:06 AM UTC |
| 03_-_Grant_Budget_Proposal_-_BGD.xlsx | Grant Budget Proposal | Mar 30, 2026 08:06 AM UTC |
| 04_-_PD_Budget_Narrative_Sample_Template.xlsx | Grant Budget Narratives | Mar 30, 2026 08:07 AM UTC |
| 05_-_SF-_424_Updated.pdf | SF424 | Mar 30, 2026 08:08 AM UTC |
| 05a_-_SF-_424A_Updated.pdf | SF424A | Mar 30, 2026 08:10 AM UTC |
| 05b-SF-_424B_Updated.pdf | SF424B | Mar 30, 2026 08:19 AM UTC |
| NOFO-Bangladesh_Freedom_250_Grant.pdf | Full NOFO- Bangladesh Freedom 250 | Mar 30, 2026 10:19 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: April 30, 2026
Award
$50,000
Program Funding
5
Expected awards
$5,000
Award Minimum
$24,990
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
PD-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2026-01
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
To design, administer, and implement High-visibility public engagement activities under Mission Bangladesh’s Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative, celebrating 250 years of American liberty and independence. This initiative will deploy innovative, small-scale programming across Bangladesh to showcase the historical legacy of American excellence, highlight U.S. innovation and leadership, and celebrate the enduring cultural, economic, and strategic ties between the United States and Bangladesh.
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 30, 2026
Archive date:
May 30, 2026
