Cultural Small Grants Program
🏛 U.S. Mission to Georgia
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations strengthening U.S.–Georgia bilateral relations through cultural engagement. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, public educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations from both the U.S. and Georgia. Programs must include a clear American component such as collaboration with U.S. experts or institutions. Awards range from $2,000 to $20,000 with no cost-sharing required.
Program description
For additional details, please see attached NOFO.
The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Tbilisi PDS announces an open competition to implement programs that strengthen the bilateral relations between the United States and Georgia by advancing cultural engagement that supports shared interests in security, economic growth, and regional stability. Proposed programs should highlight the value of U.S.–Georgia cooperation and reinforce the strong people-to-people ties. All programs must include a clear American component, such as collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions, that promotes greater understanding of U.S. policies, perspectives, and approaches while fostering opportunities for collaboration that support mutual prosperity and a safer, stronger community.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) with full application instructions
- Project Narrative/Proposal
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational background or credentials
- Letters of support from U.S. and/or Georgian partners
Program contact
- 👤 Tamar Khergiani Grantor
- 📧 tbilisicultural@state.gov
- 📞 995322277926
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.040 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$4,682,072
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$3,371,312
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$2,650,000
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$2,446,525
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$2,050,500
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$1,861,451
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$1,700,000
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$1,565,795
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$1,500,000
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$1,480,000
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.040). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2018 | $129,428,262 | |
| 2019 est. | $34,549,598 | |
| 2020 | $129,979,440 | |
| 2021 | $128,999,999 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits, think tanks, NGOs, public educational institutions, individuals, and governmental/international organizations from the U.S. and Georgia are eligible. All programs must include a clear American component.
What is the funding range?
Individual awards range from $2,000 to $20,000. The total program funding pool is $50,000.
What types of programs are supported?
Programs strengthening U.S.–Georgia cultural engagement that advance shared interests in security, economic growth, and regional stability. Projects should foster people-to-people ties and mutual understanding.
Is cost-sharing required?
No, cost-sharing is not required for this grant.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is July 15, 2026. This is a fixed deadline with a single funding round.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize the American component clearly. Detail which U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions will collaborate on your project.
- Connect your cultural program to one of the three priority areas: security, economic growth, or regional stability.
- Highlight how your project strengthens people-to-people ties and bilateral understanding between nations.
- Keep budget requests realistic within the $2,000–$20,000 range. Small, focused projects are competitive here.
- Show how your program promotes greater understanding of U.S. policies, perspectives, or approaches.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to specify a clear American component or collaboration partner. Submitting cultural programs without connecting to bilateral relations or shared policy interests. Requesting funding outside the $2,000–$20,000 window or vague budget justifications.
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