Closed · OFOP0002540 · CFDA 19.040 · Discretionary

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition

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

$10K-$20K
Award range
Closed
Status
July 31, 2026
Close date
-
Expected awards

The verdict

Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Jamaica that offered $10,000 -- $20,000. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.

$10K-$20K
award range
Closed
application status
19.040
CFDA program

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition - is cataloged under number OFOP0002540 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.040, posted by U.S. Mission to Jamaica. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on July 1, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is $10,000 -- $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. This opportunity closed on July 31, 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

$10,000 -- $20,000

Close Date

July 31, 2026

Posted

July 1, 2026

Instrument

Grant

Description

The U.S. Embassy Kingston announces an open competition advancing U.S.-Jamaica partnership through the Freedom 250 framework Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire, supporting projects that strengthen bilateral ties and deliver measurable results in economic competitiveness, democratic resilience, and national security. Innovate projects demonstrate how democratic principles and technological excellence create mutual prosperity through AI bootcamps and STEM education, positioning Jamaica as a competitive economic partner aligned with U.S. priorities. Ignite initiatives equip youth with tools for informed civic participation, including workshops that combat misinformation and governance fellowships that build stable societies sharing America's commitment to common cultural values. Inspire initiatives demonstrate U.S. commitment to global diplomacy through debate, media literacy, health literacy campaigns, and community townhalls that protect mutual interests. Target audiences include youth, students, educators, entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations. Programs must deliver measurable impact aligned with U.S. strategic priorities: fostering innovation-driven growth, strengthening democratic institutions, and building resilient communities. This opportunity reinforces the United States' commitment to advancing prosperity, security, and free expression.

Eligibility

Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 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

Kingstongrants@state.gov

Key Dates

Posted July 1, 2026
Close Date July 31, 2026
Last Updated July 1, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program – Freedom 250 Edition", offered by U.S. Mission to Jamaica. It is associated with CFDA program 19.040. The U.S. Embassy Kingston announces an open competition advancing U.S.-Jamaica partnership through the Freedom 250 framework Innovate, Ignite, and Inspire, supporting projects that strengthen bilatera...
Is this opportunity still open?
No, this opportunity is closed. It closed on July 31, 2026. Check the parent program page for future funding cycles.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is $10,000 -- $20,000.
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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