U.S. Embassy Dublin Investment Screening Exchange Program

The U.S. Embassy Dublin is seeking applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to implement an exchange program focused on sharing U.S. expertise and lessons learned on foreign direct investment (FDI) screening with Irish policymakers, legal professionals, and academics. The program should facilitate travel for up to five Irish and five American participants, as well as cover the costs of associated events. Objectives include facilitating the sharing of U.S. knowledge and expertise on investment screening, examining multiple models for screening investments, and reviewing the U.S. experience with establishing a high threshold, national security-based screening system. Applications are due by August 30, 2024, and applicants may email dublingrants@state.gov with questions.

The funding is provided through the Department of State's Public Diplomacy Programs (CFDA 19.040), which typically awards cooperative agreements and project grants ranging from a few thousand dollars to over $400,000. The program aims to support U.S. foreign policy goals and national security through public engagement and relationship-building. The exchange program is expected to be carried out in both the United States and Ireland.