Annual Program Statement for Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico - FY26

About this funding opportunity

The U.S. Department of State’s Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico announces an open competition to implement a program to strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between the U.S. and Mexico through cultural, economic, security, educational, professional, and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include a U.S. cultural element, or connection with U.S. expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Programs that include multiple states and/or promote increased collaboration and networking between U.S. government program alumni are encouraged.

Topic areas: Public Policy and Governance, Social Innovation and Community Development, Digital Society and E-Inclusion, Arts and Culture, Education and Training.

Funding amount

This grant provides $50K-$500K in funding, up to $500K per award.

Deadline

Applications are due Aug 10, 2026. Confirm the exact closing time on the official program page before applying.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• Other
• Individuals
• NGOs
• University
• Public Authorities

Eligibility

Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizationsPublic and private educational institutionsIndividuals Public International Organizations and Governmental Institutions

Agency

Annual Program Statement for Public Diplomacy Mission Mexico - FY26 is administered by U.S. Mission to Mexico (MEX), listed via Grants.gov.