Advancing U.S.-Oman Partnerships
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- PAS-MUSCAT-25-001
- Agency
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Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $500 to $100,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
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- 19.040 Public Diplomacy Programs
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Other
- Eligible applicants
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- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Higher Education Inst. (Public)
- Higher Education Inst. (Private)
- Individuals
- Non-501(c)(3) Nonprofits
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
This federal grant opportunity, Advancing U.S.-Oman Partnerships, is being administered by the U.S. Department of State's Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy in Muscat, Oman. The grant seeks proposals for programs that strengthen cultural, educational, professional, and scientific ties between the United States and Oman. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, higher education institutions (public and private), individuals, and non-501(c)(3) nonprofits. Proposals must focus on at least one of the four grant priority areas: Cultural and Artistic Exchange, English Language and Education, Entrepreneurship and Economic Development, or STEM and Innovation. All proposed programs must incorporate an American cultural element or connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions. Proposals will be evaluated based on their potential to create meaningful bilateral connections and promote shared values and understanding.
This grant opportunity will provide 1-3 awards ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, with a total available funding of $100,000. The anticipated project start date is September 2025, with performance periods ranging from 3 to 12 months. The geographic scope of the grant is focused on strengthening partnerships between the United States and Oman.
Synopsis
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U.S. Embassy Muscat's Public Affairs Section invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural, educational, professional, and scientific ties between the United States and Oman through programming that highlights shared values, strengthens people-to-people ties and institutional linkages, and promotes bilateral cooperation. Competitive proposals should focus on at least one of the grant priority areas outlined below. Proposals that do not address one of the grant priority areas outlined below will not be considered for funding. All proposed programs must include an American cultural element or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institutions in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies, values, and perspectives.
Grant Priority Areas:
- Cultural and Artistic Exchange: Programs that highlight shared cultural heritage, support artistic collaboration, or promote mutual appreciation through music, art, literature, or other creative expressions. These initiatives may also include efforts to preserve and revitalize cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible.
- English Language and Education: Initiatives to enhance American English language skills, improve teaching methodologies, and foster collaboration between educational institutions in the U.S. and Oman.
- Entrepreneurship and Economic Development: Programs that encourage innovation, support small business development, promote workforce readiness, and enhance trade relations with the United States.
- STEM and Innovation: Projects that promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education, foster innovation, and facilitate joint research and technological collaboration with the United States or American companies.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Grant Proposal Budget- Template-updated.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Grant Proposal_Narrative Template- updated.docx | DOCX document | |
| SOI-PAS Muscat.docx | DOCX document |
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