Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement
Posted by U.S. Mission to Malaysia
Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement — Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement — is cataloged under number SMYPD-FY26-APS-001 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Malaysia. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as open, first posted on March 27, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.
Award economics. The award range on file is $10,000 -- $150,000. The agency has projected $500,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 25 awards. If the agency funds the expected 25 awards from the $500,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $20,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.
Deadline and action path. Applications close on July 31, 2026 — roughly 56 days from today. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully — federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed — it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities.
Award Range
$10,000 -- $150,000
Close Date
July 31, 2026
Posted
March 27, 2026
Est. Total Funding
$500,000
Expected Awards
25
Instrument
Grant
Description
The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section seeks proposals that advance American leadership, prosperity, and security interests in Malaysia. This program supports initiatives that promote U.S. technological innovation and economic competitiveness, showcase American excellence in sports and education, strengthen ties with exchange program alumni, and position the United States as Malaysia's most trusted international partner. Priority areas include: advancing U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies; leveraging major sporting events to demonstrate American excellence; engaging alumni networks to amplify U.S. influence; and promoting American English language education and pathways to U.S. higher education institutions. Programs should demonstrate clear alignment with U.S. national interests, measurable outcomes, and sustainable impact beyond the grant period. Successful proposals will engage influential Malaysian stakeholders, promote American standards, and contribute to making America more prosperous and secure.
Eligibility
06;12;13;20;21;25
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Parent Grant Program
USAID International Development Grants
U.S. Department of State
Agency Contact
Grants Management Team <br/>Public Affairs Section
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