Strengthening ties between the U.S. and Cyprus
🏛 U.S. Mission to Cyprus
✓ Free, no account · Source: Grants.gov · Last verified Jul 16, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations seeking to strengthen bilateral relations and cultural ties between the United States and Cyprus. Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and community groups with demonstrated expertise in international relations, cultural exchange, or public diplomacy. Preference is often given to organizations with established networks in both countries or track records managing people-to-people exchange programs. Activities supported generally include educational exchanges, cultural programs, professional development opportunities, academic partnerships, and community engagement initiatives that foster mutual understanding. The geographic scope includes both U.S. and Cyprus-based activities, with programs designed to benefit stakeholders in both countries.
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Key dates
- May 5, 2025 Applications open
- Jun 30, 2025 Application deadline
- Oct 1, 2025 Project start
Program description
This notice is subject to availability of funding.
Please review the full text of the Notice of Funding Opportunities at https://cy.usembassy.gov/grants/.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project narrative and statement of work (including goals, objectives, and activities)
- Detailed budget and budget narrative
- Organizational financial documents (audited financial statements or 990 tax forms)
- Proof of 501(c)(3) status (IRS determination letter)
- Letters of support or partnership agreements from Cypriot organizations
- Organizational capacity statements (staff qualifications, prior international experience)
- Evaluation plan with measurable outcomes
- DUNS number and SAM.gov registration documentation
Program contact
- 👤 Public Diplomacy Section U.S. Embassy Nicosia, Cyprus
- 📧 grantsnicosia@state.gov
- 📞 357-22393939
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 is eligible to apply for this grant?
Typically 501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions, universities, cultural organizations, and community groups with capacity to manage international programs. Some programs may allow fiscal sponsorship.
What types of activities does this grant support?
Funded activities generally include cultural exchanges, educational programs, professional dialogues, academic partnerships, youth-focused initiatives, and public diplomacy efforts that build mutual understanding between U.S. and Cypriot communities.
What is the typical funding range and project timeline?
This varies by program component, but international exchange grants typically range from $25,000 to $150,000+. Projects often span 12-24 months, with some multi-year components.
When is the application deadline?
Check Grants.gov regularly or contact the U.S. Mission to Cyprus directly, as this grant may use rolling deadlines or multiple funding cycles throughout the year.
How competitive is this funding?
These grants are moderately to highly competitive. Strong applications demonstrate clear public diplomacy goals, organizational capacity for international work, sustainability plans, and measurable outcomes tied to U.S. foreign policy interests.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly articulate how your program strengthens the U.S.-Cyprus relationship and aligns with U.S. foreign policy objectives in the Eastern Mediterranean region.
- Demonstrate organizational capacity to manage international programs, including experience with cultural exchange, compliance with federal requirements, and financial management of government grants.
- Include letters of support or partnership agreements from Cypriot institutions, organizations, or government entities to show genuine bi-directional engagement.
- Focus on measurable outcomes and impact metrics—document participant numbers, learning objectives, long-term relationship-building, and how success will be evaluated.
- Build sustainability into your proposal; explain how the program will continue or have lasting impact beyond the grant period.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications often fail due to weak connection to U.S. diplomatic priorities or vague explanations of how activities strengthen bilateral ties. Additionally, many organizations underestimate the importance of demonstrating genuine partnerships with Cypriot counterparts; applications that appear one-directional or U.S.-centric tend to score poorly. Finally, weak project management plans, unclear budgets, or failure to show prior experience managing federal grants are frequent rejection reasons.
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