Open PD-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2026-01 CFDA 19.040 Discretionary

Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026

Posted by U.S. Mission to Bangladesh

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement — Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026 — is cataloged under number PD-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2026-01 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Bangladesh. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as open, first posted on March 30, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a cooperative agreement.

Award economics. The award range on file is $5,000 -- $24,990. The agency has projected $50,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 5 awards. If the agency funds the expected 5 awards from the $50,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $10,000. 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 April 30, 2026. 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

$5,000 -- $24,990

Close Date

April 30, 2026

Posted

March 30, 2026

Est. Total Funding

$50,000

Expected Awards

5

Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

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

06;12;13;20;21

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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

Dhaka PD Grants Administration Team <br/>Public Diplomacy Section <br/>U.S. Embassy Dhaka

Key Dates

Posted March 30, 2026
Close Date April 30, 2026
Archive Date May 30, 2026
Last Updated March 30, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026", offered by U.S. Mission to Bangladesh. It is associated with CFDA program 19.040. 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 Missi...
Is this opportunity still open?
Yes, this opportunity is currently open for applications. The closing date is April 30, 2026.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $5,000 -- $24,990. Total estimated funding: $50,000. Expected number of awards: 5.
How do I apply?
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