Closed · PDS-MGA-APS-FY26-01 · CFDA 19.040 · Discretionary

Public Diplomacy Grants Program

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

$20K-$80K
Award range
Closed
Status
May 18, 2026
Close date
-
Expected awards

The verdict

Public Diplomacy Grants Program is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Nicaragua that offered $20,000 -- $80,000. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$20K-$80K
award range
Closed
application status
19.040
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - Public Diplomacy Grants Program - is cataloged under number PDS-MGA-APS-FY26-01 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Nicaragua. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on April 1, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is $20,000 -- $80,000. 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. This opportunity closed on May 18, 2026. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. 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

$20,000 -- $80,000

Close Date

May 18, 2026

Posted

April 1, 2026

Instrument

Grant

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Managua announces an open competition for the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to advance U.S. security, commercial interests, and regional stability in Nicaragua through innovative public diplomacy initiatives.Proposals must address one of three priority areas: advancing U.S. trade and economic interests by promoting market-oriented, private sector–led growth, fostering trade relationships with the United States, and increasing awareness of foreign economic practices that undermine U.S. and Nicaraguan commercial interests; protecting free speech, defending religious freedom, and countering anti-U.S. narratives by strengthening independent voices, expanding access to credible information, and building the capacity of independent media and civil society; or supporting border security and ending mass migration by increasing public understanding of U.S. immigration laws, the dangers of illegal migration, and combating criminal networks.Target audiences may include independent journalists, civil society organizations, religious workers and institutions, youth and university students, entrepreneurs and small businesses, and rural producers. Programs may use workshops, trainings, exchanges, media initiatives, and community-based activities to expand access to information and create economic opportunities.Eligible applicants include individuals, non-profit organizations, civil society groups, educational institutions, media organizations, and other qualified entities capable of implementing programs aligned with these priorities.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category codes 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.

Official Listing on Grants.gov

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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

Embassy Managua Public Diplomacy Team

Key Dates

Posted April 1, 2026
Close Date May 18, 2026
Archive Date June 17, 2026
Last Updated April 1, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Public Diplomacy Grants Program", offered by U.S. Mission to Nicaragua. It is associated with CFDA program 19.040. The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Managua announces an open competition for the Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program to advance U.S. security, commercial interests, and regional stability in Nic...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on May 18, 2026. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $20,000 -- $80,000.
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.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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