U.S. Embassy Cairo Public Diplomacy Section Annual Program Statement
🏛 U.S. Mission to Egypt
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations that can strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between the United States and Egypt. Eligible applicants typically include nonprofits, educational institutions, cultural organizations, and international exchange programs. Activities may include cultural exchanges, educational programs, professional development initiatives, and economic partnership projects. Geographic scope is primarily Egypt, though U.S.-based organizations working on Egypt relations are often eligible.
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Program description
PDS Cairo invites proposals for programs that strengthen cultural ties and mutual understanding between the United States and Egypt through cultural, economic, educational, and professional programming.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Proposal
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organization Documentation (501(c)(3) status, articles of incorporation)
- Evidence of Egyptian partnerships (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 PD Cairo
- 📧 cairopdproposals@state.gov
- 📞 02279733300
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
What types of organizations can apply?
Nonprofits, universities, cultural institutions, and educational organizations typically qualify. International NGOs and Egyptian organizations may also be eligible if they partner with U.S. entities.
What activities does this grant support?
Cultural exchanges, educational programming, professional development, and economic partnership initiatives that build U.S.-Egypt mutual understanding. Public diplomacy and cultural heritage projects are priorities.
How competitive is this grant?
Competition is typically moderate to high, as the program funds multiple projects annually. Proposals with strong Egypt focus and clear mutual benefit have better odds.
Is there a deadline?
The grant operates under an Annual Program Statement (APS), which typically has rolling or annual deadlines. Check the State Department website for current submission dates.
What's the funding range?
Specific award amounts vary by project scope. Contact the U.S. Embassy Cairo Public Diplomacy Section directly for current funding parameters.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Emphasize mutual benefit and reciprocal cultural understanding, not one-directional U.S. outreach. Public diplomacy grants require genuine two-way dialogue.
- Connect your project to U.S. foreign policy priorities in Egypt (education, economic ties, civil society). Show alignment with broader diplomatic goals.
- Partner with Egyptian organizations when possible. Local partnerships strengthen credibility and demonstrate on-ground expertise.
- Clearly explain how your program reaches diverse audiences and creates lasting relationships. Avoid programs that feel like one-time events.
- Build in evaluation metrics that measure cultural understanding and relationship-building, not just attendance numbers.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposing activities that appear to advance U.S. interests only, rather than genuine mutual understanding. Public diplomacy requires visible Egyptian benefit. Underestimating the importance of local partnerships or Egyptian organizational buy-in. Weak evaluation plans that don't measure cultural impact or relationship outcomes.
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