U.S. Jordan Private Sector Innovation Fund APS
🏛 Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (DOS-NEA)
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Can you apply?
This grant is for U.S. organizations seeking to fund commercial projects in Jordan. For-profit companies, corporations, and commercial firms are eligible. Non-profit organizations, think tanks, NGOs, and educational institutions (public and private) may also apply.
Projects must advance commercial deals, support innovation-driven bilateral commerce, or promote U.S. exports to Jordan. International partnerships are welcome.
Applicants typically submit a Statement of Interest (SOI) rather than a full proposal. Large awards ($2M–$20M) support substantial, market-focused initiatives.
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Program description
The Regional Foreign Assistance Office RFA in Amman, Jordan announces an open competition to organizations to submit one or more statements of interest, SOIs, for funding from the U.S. Jordan Private Sector Innovation Fund. SOIs should propose projects that advance commercial deals, support innovation driven bilateral commercial cooperation and market expansion, and promote U.S. exports in Jordan.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Statement of Interest (SOI)
- Project narrative with commercial focus
- Budget and budget justification
- Evidence of partnerships or local engagement (if applicable)
- Organization background and capability statement
Program contact
- 👤 Brandon Brooks Grantor
- 📧 AmmanRFAinfo@state.gov
- 📞 2026556301
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.600 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$65,167,600
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$24,959,025
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$19,073,380
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$6,449,156
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$6,344,087
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$5,800,000
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$5,347,622
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$5,241,060
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$5,114,355
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$5,102,893
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.600). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2020 | $28,478,840 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
For-profit companies, non-profits, think tanks, NGOs, and educational institutions are all eligible. The focus is on U.S. organizations with a Jordan focus.
What types of projects does the fund support?
Projects that advance commercial deals, drive bilateral innovation, expand markets, or promote U.S. exports to Jordan.
What is a Statement of Interest (SOI)?
An SOI is a brief proposal submitted before a full application. It helps the agency screen projects for alignment with fund priorities.
What is the funding range?
Awards typically range from $2 million to $20 million per project.
When is the deadline?
The current deadline is September 30, 2027. The agency may announce new rounds in the future.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Focus your SOI on commercial impact and bilateral benefits. Show clear pathways to market expansion or export growth.
- Demonstrate innovation and a competitive advantage. Explain why your project succeeds where others might not.
- Build partnerships with Jordanian firms or organizations. Local engagement strengthens applications.
- Keep your SOI concise and results-focused. Reviewers prioritize clarity and achievable outcomes.
- Align your project with U.S. foreign policy interests in the Middle East. Economic growth and stability matter to the fund.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Proposals lack clear commercial benefit or export focus, missing the fund's core goal. SOIs are too vague or fail to articulate specific market opportunities in Jordan. Applicants underestimate the importance of Jordanian partner engagement and local support.
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