Open · SMYPD-FY26-APS-001 · CFDA 19.040 · Discretionary

Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement

Federal grant opportunity posted by U.S. Mission to Malaysia, cataloged on Grants.gov.

$10K-$150K
Award range
Open
Status
3d
Days left
25
Expected awards

The verdict

Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement is an open discretionary opportunity from U.S. Mission to Malaysia, offering $10,000 -- $150,000 across 25 expected awards. Applications close in 3 days.

$10K-$150K
award range
Open
3 days left
25
expected awards
19.040
CFDA program

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 3 days from today. That is a tight window, prioritize SAM.gov registration validation and assemble required documents immediately. 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. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.

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

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category codes 06, 12, 13, 20, 21, 25. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.

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Parent Grant Program

CFDA 19.040

USAID International Development Grants

U.S. Department of State

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Agency Contact

Grants Management Team Public Affairs Section

Key Dates

Posted March 27, 2026
Close Date July 31, 2026
Archive Date August 30, 2026
Last Updated March 27, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Post Kuala Lumpur FY2026 Annual Program Statement", offered by U.S. Mission to Malaysia. It is associated with CFDA program 19.040. 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 ...
Is this opportunity still open?
Yes, this opportunity is currently open for applications. The closing date is July 31, 2026.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $10,000 -- $150,000. Total estimated funding: $500,000. Expected number of awards: 25.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

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