Advancing Global Health
🏛 Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy
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Can you apply?
This grant is for international health initiatives under the America First Global Health Strategy. The Department of State supports projects that strengthen health systems, enhance efficiency, and foster self-reliance in partner countries.
Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, research institutions, and health organizations. Specific eligibility criteria are detailed in the full APS instructions and addenda. Geographic scope extends to countries with bilateral Memoranda of Understanding with the U.S.
Projects must address health challenges identified by Department of State priorities and partner country needs. Activities complement existing bilateral agreements and fill implementation gaps.
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Program description
The Department of State invites eligible applicants to advance the America First Global Health Strategy, which aims to save lives, strengthen health systems, enhance efficiency, foster self-reliance, and ensure U.S. investments benefit American safety, strength, and prosperity. This Annual Program Statement (APS) establishes a supplemental framework through which the Department of State may identify and support projects that complement, extend, and/or fill identified gaps in the implementation of these bilateral MOUs. Through specific Addenda, the Department will signal priorities and needs. This APS provides the standard application instructions for the submission of all Statements of Interest (SOIs) to these specific Addenda. GHSD will collaborate with Embassies and other Department of State Bureaus and Offices to post specific funding opportunities through Addenda to this APS that address health challenges and priorities of importance.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Project narrative addressing gaps and strategy alignment
- Budget narrative and detailed budget
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Evidence of partner country/embassy coordination (per addendum)
Program contact
- 👤 Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy
- 📞 771-204-0446
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.029 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$260,479,713
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$188,156,394
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$150,000,000
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$75,278,121
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$38,339,677
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$589,000
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$250,000
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$187,000
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$180,000
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$160,000
Top States by Funding
- MD 1 awards $188.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.029). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2018 | $4,298,067 | |
| 2019 est. | $220,272 | |
| 2021 est. | $1,481,249 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Eligible organizations are specified in the APS instructions. Generally, nonprofits, research institutions, and international health organizations may apply. Check the specific addendum for your target country/region.
What is the deadline?
The fixed deadline is February 14, 2027. Specific addenda may establish earlier internal review dates.
What types of projects are funded?
Projects that advance the America First Global Health Strategy. This includes strengthening health systems, enhancing efficiency, and improving self-reliance in partner countries.
What is the funding range?
Awards range from $500,000 to $250,000,000. Actual amounts depend on project scope and available funds within each addendum.
Is cost-sharing required?
No. Cost-sharing is not required for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Read the full APS instructions carefully before applying. Eligibility criteria vary by specific addendum.
- Review bilateral MOUs between the U.S. and your target country to ensure alignment with existing agreements.
- Address how your project fills identified gaps in health system implementation and strengthens local capacity.
- Connect your proposal directly to America First Global Health Strategy priorities and outcomes.
- Submit your Statement of Interest by the deadline. Early submission reduces technical issues.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to consult APS instructions or addenda before writing—eligibility varies by opportunity. Proposing projects misaligned with bilateral MOUs or identified Department priorities. Requesting unsupported activities outside the health systems strengthening framework.
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