U.S. Embassy Suva Annual Program Statement for Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, and Tuvalu

The U.S. Embassy Suva, under the U.S. Department of State, administers an Annual Program Statement designed to support public diplomacy initiatives across Fiji, Kiribati, Nauru, and Tuvalu. This funding opportunity is part of the broader Public Diplomacy Grants Program and is intended to strengthen ties between the United States and Pacific partner countries. The program aligns with U.S. foreign policy priorities by promoting cooperation across economic, educational, scientific, cultural, and security domains. It is funded through FY26 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds and reflects the Embassy’s commitment to fostering mutual understanding and collaboration through locally implemented projects. The primary purpose of this grant is to support programs that deepen bilateral or regional engagement with a clear connection to American expertise, institutions, or cultural elements. Projects must demonstrate how they promote understanding of U.S. policies or perspectives. The opportunity outlines four key thematic areas: shared cultural, sports, and educational ties; American technology and scientific achievement; economic prosperity in the Pacific; and peace and security. Each of these areas includes specific goals and outcomes, such as increasing awareness of U.S. innovation, strengthening workforce skills, and addressing transnational threats through cooperation and knowledge exchange. Funding is available for projects lasting up to twenty four months, with award amounts typically ranging between five thousand and twenty thousand dollars. The total available funding is approximately fifty thousand dollars, with up to five awards anticipated depending on funding availability. The Embassy may issue grants, fixed amount awards, or cooperative agreements, and may remain substantially involved in project implementation, including approving key personnel, reviewing materials, and participating in program activities. Cost sharing is not required, which lowers the barrier to entry for eligible applicants. Eligibility is broad and includes nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international or governmental organizations from the United States and the eligible Pacific countries. However, for profit entities are not eligible as primary recipients. Applicants must ensure compliance with registration requirements, including obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier and maintaining an active SAM.gov registration if applicable. The program explicitly excludes projects involving political activity, construction, direct social services, or purely commercial objectives, ensuring alignment with public diplomacy goals. The application process requires submission of standard federal forms along with a detailed proposal and budget. The proposal must include a summary, organizational background, problem statement, program design, timeline, personnel, partnerships, sustainability plan, and monitoring and evaluation framework. Supporting documents such as resumes, letters of support, and proof of nonprofit status may also be required. Applications must be submitted via email before the stated deadline, and all materials must be in English and denominated in U.S. dollars. Applications are evaluated based on several criteria, including program quality and feasibility, organizational capacity, planning and ability to achieve objectives, budget justification, monitoring and evaluation, and sustainability. The review process includes eligibility screening followed by panel evaluation, with applicants typically notified within one hundred twenty days after the deadline. Projects are expected to begin between October 2026 and March 2027, depending on award timing and readiness. The deadline for applications is August 9, 2026, at eleven fifty nine PM Fiji time. Interested applicants may submit proposals at any time before this closing date. Questions regarding the application process can be directed to the Public Diplomacy Section via email. This opportunity represents a recurring annual funding mechanism, allowing organizations to plan for future cycles while contributing to ongoing U.S.-Pacific engagement efforts.

Ensure strong alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities, provide detailed implementation plans, and include measurable outcomes and clear monitoring strategies