Annual Program Statement (APS)
🏛 U.S. Mission to Greece
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations that can demonstrate cooperation between the United States and Greece through projects strengthening bilateral ties. Eligible applicants should have connections to American experts, organizations, or institutions. Projects must convey elements of American history, culture, or shared values and focus on one of two priority areas: emerging technologies or celebrating 250 years of American achievement.
Geographic scope includes Greece (the focus for this U.S. Embassy program). Applicants must show how their work will promote increased U.S.-Greece cooperation beyond the project completion. The program supports initiatives (not conferences) that advance these priorities through concrete, tangible activities.
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Program description
The U.S. Embassy Athens Public Diplomacy Section (PDS Athens) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program in fiscal year 2025. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please carefully follow all instructions below.
The deadline for grant applications is July 11, 2025. Funding decisions will be made on these applications on a rolling basis after this deadline, with a goal of informing all applicants of the final funding decision by September 30, 2025. Applicants may apply for funding between $25,000 and $100,000 . Please use the grant application documents and budget template found on the Embassy website https://gr.usembassy.gov/education/.
Purpose of Grants program: PDS Athens invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Greece through concrete demonstrations of cooperation between our two peoples, aiming at making America safer, stronger and more prosperous. All grant proposals must convey an element of American history, culture, or shared values. Competitive proposals should support a priority program area (see below). They should also include a connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s that will promote increased cooperation between the people of the United States and Greece even after the program has finished.
Priority Program Areas: The Public Diplomacy Section is focused on the following priorities in the form of programs, exchanges, and media opportunities that:
- Promote American Excellence in Emerging Technologies
- Celebrate 250 Years of American Excellence: Spotlight on America’s Achievements, Innovation, and Leadership
Promoting American Excellence in Emerging Technologies
Greek students and professionals in emerging technologies have demonstrated a strong technical foundation that can be strategically leveraged to benefit U.S. technology firms and bolster American leadership in critical industries. By channeling this talent to serve the needs of American companies, we can reinforce U.S. technological dominance, strengthen innovation pipelines, and ensure that international engagement directly supports American economic and strategic priorities.
We invite proposals aimed at enhancing U.S.-Greece technological cooperation in ways that clearly advance U.S. national interests. Proposals must focus on initiatives (not conferences) that help U.S. firms address critical workforce and skill shortages, expand the reach of American products and innovation standards, and create structured pathways for Greek talent to contribute to U.S.-driven innovation. Prioritized activities include, but are not limited to:
- Public-private partnerships that connect U.S. technology firms with high-potential Greek talent through American-led career readiness programs, skills development, and reskilling/upskilling initiatives tailored to U.S. industry standards and needs.
- Training modules designed for integration into Greek higher education or vocational curricula that:
- Align directly with the needs of U.S. employers; and
- Target high-demand fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), biotechnology, cybersecurity, data analytics, and cloud computing—strengthening the global competitiveness of U.S. firms.
- Innovation bootcamps that feature U.S. technologies, platforms, and products, familiarizing international talent with high-quality American tools and practices.
- Collaborative projects between U.S. technology companies and Greek educational institutions to promote the adoption and use of American-developed AI and other emerging technologies, reinforcing the global footprint of U.S. innovation.
All proposals should demonstrate a clear benefit to the United States and prioritize American commercial and strategic interests, consistent with the principles of the America First policy.
Celebrating 250 Years of American Excellence: Spotlight on America’s Achievements, Innovation, and Leadership
On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This historic milestone presents a powerful opportunity to celebrate American excellence, leverage people-to-people ties, and highlight our achievements, legacies, and contributions as part of America’s story of excellence.
We invite proposals that underscore American excellence and contribute to the celebration of America250, highlighting this momentous occasion through impactful and engaging programs. We welcome submissions that promote U.S.-Greece bilateral engagement and spotlight American achievements, innovation, leadership, and the role of faith and religion in democratic societies.
Proposals should feature initiatives (not conferences), and include activities such as (but not limited to):
- Podcasts and/or public lectures on U.S. history, its ties to Greece, democracy, and its global impact
- Roadshows showcasing 250 years of American innovation and U.S.-Greek cooperation
- Sports activities or themed games/events
- Secondary educational modules that will reach Greek classrooms and help to enhance Greek students’ and educators’ positive understanding of America
All proposals should demonstrate a clear benefit to the United States and prioritize American strategic interests, consistent with the principles of the America First policy.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Grant application form (from Embassy website)
- Project narrative/proposal
- Budget and budget justification (using Embassy template)
- Evidence of partnerships with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions
Program contact
- 👤 Eleni Mouzakiti Grantor
- 📧 mouzakitien@state.gov
- 📞 302107204791
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?
Organizations based in Greece or with strong partnerships with Greek entities can apply. You must have connections to American experts, organizations, or institutions. All projects must convey American history, culture, or values.
What is the deadline and funding amount?
Applications are due July 11, 2025 with rolling review after that date. Awards range from $25,000 to $100,000.
What activities does this grant support?
This grant prioritizes projects in emerging technologies (workforce development, skills training) and celebrations of American achievement. Conferences are not eligible. Initiatives must include connections to U.S. partners.
How competitive is this grant?
Proposals aligned with the two priority areas are most competitive. Projects showing clear U.S.-Greece cooperation with lasting partnerships score highest.
Is there cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing or matching funds are required for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your project directly with one of the two priority areas: emerging technologies or celebrating American achievement. Generic proposals score lower.
- Build partnerships with specific U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions before applying. The embassy wants lasting ties, not one-off events.
- Focus on concrete outcomes and initiatives, not conferences. Show measurable impact on U.S.-Greece cooperation.
- Emphasize how American values, innovation, or expertise will advance the project beyond the grant period.
- Review the grant templates and budget requirements on the U.S. Embassy Athens website carefully before submitting.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Submitting generic proposals without clear alignment to the two priority areas. Proposing conferences or events without lasting partnership mechanisms with U.S. institutions. Failing to demonstrate clear American expertise or institutional involvement in the project design.
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