American Spaces Notice of Funding Opportunity: America250
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- SVM300-25-PDS-AS
- Agency
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US Consulate Ho Chi Minh
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $10,000 to $35,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
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- 19.441 ECA – American Spaces
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement, Grant
- Category
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- Other
- Eligible applicants
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- Higher Education Inst. (Private)
- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Higher Education Inst. (Public)
- Points of contact
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- Hanoi American Space achanoi@state.gov
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of State's Public Diplomacy Section in Vietnam is seeking organizations to develop interactive programming for American Spaces to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. Eligible applicants include higher education institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofits who can create engaging programs that showcase American excellence in innovation, education, and culture. The grant will be awarded through a cooperative agreement, with key objectives including promoting the American story, celebrating national achievements, and connecting with aspiring leaders in Vietnam. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on the quality of proposed programming, alignment with U.S. foreign policy goals, and potential impact on Vietnamese audiences. The application deadline is August 17, 2025, with an anticipated project start date after September 30, 2025.
The funding opportunity offers awards ranging from $10,000 to $35,000, with projects required to be implemented across a minimum of two American Spaces locations in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Thai Nguyen, and An Giang. The program targets high school and university students, young professionals, and community leaders, with a focus on interactive programs that explore American founding principles, technological leadership, cultural exports, and economic development. Project activities must be conducted at U.S. government-operated American Centers and partner institutions, with grantees responsible for securing necessary permissions and meeting institutional requirements. The funding is authorized under the Fulbright-Hays Public Diplomacy program and falls under CFDA Number 19.441 for ECA - American Spaces.
Synopsis
On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout 2026, the U.S. Mission Vietnam's American Spaces will prioritize activities to commemorate this milestone by promoting the American story in Vietnam, celebrating American excellence and showcasing the American leadership in innovation, education and culture to Vietnamese audiences.
The U.S. Mission Vietnam Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce an open competition for organizations to submit applications to compete for a grant or cooperative agreement award to promote a safer, stronger, and more prosperous America and showcase American excellence through interactive, engaging programming at American Spaces in Vietnam.
American Spaces are the U.S. Department of State's key touchpoints for millions of people globally, building connections between the United States and communities worldwide. Managed by U.S. embassies and consulates, often in partnership with local institutions, American Spaces are strategically aligned to U.S. foreign policy and national security goals. They showcase the United States' core values and reflect the American spirit to international audiences. Through their engagement with foreign audiences, American Spaces support U.S. interests, foster a greater understanding of the United States, and offer opportunities for the United States to connect with aspiring leaders.
Mission Vietnam's American Spaces are located in Hanoi, Thai Nguyen, Ho Chi Minh City, Thai Nguyen, An Giang and Can Tho. The project activities under this NOFO must be implemented/conducted at a minimum of two American Spaces, which are the U.S. government-operated American Centers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and partner American Spaces at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, Thai Nguyen University, and An Giang University. Grantees are responsible for securing permissions to conduct project activities at the partner American Spaces, including meeting the partner institutions' paperwork requirements.
This Notice of Funding Opportunity outlines our funding priorities, strategic themes, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please note that the agreement will be signed under a federal assistance award. The funding is not eligible for a service agreement.
Please follow carefully all instructions below.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Narrative.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Program Proposal Form.docx | DOCX document | |
| SF424B_Assurances.pdf | ||
| SF424A_Budget Information.pdf | ||
| SF424A-Instructions.pdf | ||
| SF424_Application for Organization.pdf | ||
| American Spaces NOFO FY25.pdf |
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