Affiliate American Spaces PD Support Program FY 2026

The Affiliate American Spaces PD Support Program is administered by the U.S. Mission to Croatia under the U.S. Department of State, specifically through the Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Zagreb. This program is part of the Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs appropriation and is designed to strengthen engagement between the United States and Croatian audiences through locally embedded American Spaces. These spaces serve as platforms for showcasing American values, culture, and policy priorities, and the funding opportunity supports initiatives that align with U.S. foreign policy objectives while responding to local community needs. The purpose of the program is to fund public diplomacy initiatives proposed by officially recognized Affiliate American Spaces in Croatia. These include the Affiliate American Center Zagreb, Affiliate American Corner Koprivnica, and Affiliate American Corner Vukovar. The program encourages projects that promote understanding of the United States, foster dialogue on shared priorities, and strengthen bilateral relationships. Applicants are expected to design initiatives that are innovative, strategically aligned, and capable of reaching key audiences through educational, cultural, or informational programming. Funding is limited in scope, with a total program allocation of 8000 dollars and an expected two awards ranging between 3600 and 4200 dollars each. Projects may include a single initiative under a unified theme, collaborative efforts across the national network, or cross border programs that address regional priorities. All proposed activities must align with the six pillars of American Spaces programming, ensuring consistency with broader U.S. public diplomacy goals. Budgets must be optimized and justified, and applicants must demonstrate effective use of funds within the defined limits. Eligibility is restricted exclusively to the three named Affiliate American Spaces in Croatia, making this a highly targeted funding opportunity. Applicants must submit proposals that include a cohesive narrative outlining the project’s strategic vision, justification of need, and alignment with program priorities. In addition, proposals must include a detailed implementation plan, a clearly defined budget, and a monitoring and evaluation framework that demonstrates how outcomes will be measured and reported. The application process is straightforward and does not include pre application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers. Applicants must prepare and submit a complete proposal package by the stated deadline. The opportunity was posted on August 3, 2026, and applications must be submitted by August 14, 2026. There is no indication of recurring funding cycles or rolling submissions, and the short application window suggests a rapid review and award process managed internally by the U.S. Embassy Zagreb. Evaluation criteria are implied through the required proposal components, including strategic alignment, clarity of implementation, budget justification, and effectiveness of monitoring and evaluation plans. Successful proposals will demonstrate a strong understanding of local audience needs while advancing U.S. public diplomacy objectives. For assistance or additional information, applicants may contact the designated grantor representative at the U.S. Mission to Croatia via email or phone. The program represents a focused effort to empower local American Spaces to deliver impactful programming within a defined strategic framework.

Ensure strong alignment with American Spaces pillars and clearly justify project need with measurable outcomes