Okinawa Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Response Fora
🏛 U.S. Mission to Japan
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations implementing disaster preparedness and crisis response forums in Okinawa, Japan. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, educational institutions, individuals, and foreign-based organizations. The project focuses on strengthening U.S.-Japan cooperation on emergency management through expert-led interactive forums over 15 months. Geographic scope is Okinawa main island and Miyako Island.
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Program description
Executive Summary
The U.S. Department of State, U.S. Consulate General Naha invites proposal submissions for a cooperative agreement to implement two disaster preparedness forums – one on Okinawa main island and one in Miyako Island – within the full grant period of 15 months. This project is aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and crisis response capacity across Okinawa, including the Southwest Islands, through structured, expert-led interactive forums that advance U.S.-Japan cooperation on emergency management.
Eligible Applicants
· Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status
· Public and private educational institutions
· Individuals
· Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
· Foreign-based non-profit organizations/non-government organizations (NGO)
Submission Deadline
All applications must be received by August 10, 2026 (GMT+9). Submit all application materials directly to the following email address: TokyoPASGrants@state.gov.
Contact NahaPAS@state.gov with questions about the contemplated program. Frequently asked questions and responses will be emailed to all applicants who submit a complete application package. A Bidding Conference will be held via conference call on July 29, 2026, to answer questions from potential applicants.
Please follow all instructions in the attached Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Complete application package (as specified in Notice of Funding Opportunity)
- Project narrative addressing both forum locations
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organization/applicant background information
- Proof of eligibility status
Program contact
- 👤 Aya Toyama Grantor
- 📧 NahaPAS@state.gov
- 📞 09097870105
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?
Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, public international organizations, and foreign-based NGOs are all eligible. 501(c)(3) status is not required.
What is the funding range?
Awards range from $75,000 to $100,000. This is a single competitive pool with a total of $100,000 available.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is August 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM (GMT+9). Submit applications to TokyoPASGrants@state.gov.
What activities does this support?
The grant funds two disaster preparedness forums—one on Okinawa main island and one on Miyako Island. Projects focus on emergency management capacity building and U.S.-Japan cooperation.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required. Applicants can request the full award amount without matching funds.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Attend the bidding conference on July 29, 2026, to clarify expectations and ask specific questions about the forums.
- Contact NahaPAS@state.gov early with questions; FAQs will be shared with all applicants who submit complete packages.
- Emphasize your expertise in disaster preparedness and crisis response in your proposal narrative.
- Demonstrate strong understanding of Okinawa's geographic and demographic context, including Southwest Islands.
- Submit all materials directly to TokyoPASGrants@state.gov; confirm receipt before the deadline.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications fail when proposers don't address both forum locations (Okinawa main island and Miyako Island) explicitly. Weak proposals lack specific details about expert facilitators and interactive forum structure. Many applications underestimate the complexity of U.S.-Japan coordination and cultural context needed for effective implementation.
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