U.S. Mission Iraq Public Diplomacy Annual Program Statement 2026
🏛 U.S. Mission to Iraq
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Can you apply?
This grant is for nongovernmental organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations working on public diplomacy initiatives in Iraq. Eligible nonprofit applicants include think tanks and civil society organizations. Educational institutions (public and private) can apply. Individuals may also submit applications. Projects must align with U.S. public diplomacy priorities for Iraq.
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Program description
U.S. Mission Iraq through the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement outlining our funding priorities and the procedures for submitting requests for funding.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Completed application form
- Project narrative and statement of purpose
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Evidence of nonprofit status (for 501c3 applicants)
Program contact
- 👤 U.S. Mission to Iraq
- 📞 703-516-1684
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 19.021 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$5,100,000
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$4,700,000
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$4,500,000
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$4,481,701
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$3,948,000
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$3,460,000
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$2,302,047
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$1,501,720
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$1,203,521
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$1,200,000
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits, think tanks, civil society organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations. Governmental institutions are also eligible.
What is the funding range?
Awards typically range from $25,000 to $500,000 per grant from a $5 million funding pool.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing is required for this program.
What types of activities does this fund?
The program funds public diplomacy initiatives and programming aligned with U.S. diplomatic priorities in Iraq.
When is the deadline?
The annual deadline is August 15, 2026. This is an Annual Program Statement with a fixed deadline.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Align your project directly with U.S. public diplomacy objectives for Iraq. Review recent diplomatic priorities before drafting.
- Understand the difference between public diplomacy (two-way cultural exchange) and propaganda. Focus on dialogue and mutual understanding.
- Build partnerships with local Iraqi organizations where possible. This strengthens sustainability and local buy-in.
- Be clear about how your project will be evaluated. Include measurable outcomes tied to diplomatic goals.
- Submit early. Fixed deadlines mean no extensions, so plan your timeline carefully.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications that lack clear connection to U.S. diplomatic priorities are frequently rejected. Proposals without measurable outcomes or evaluation plans underperform competitively. Applicants often underestimate the time needed to build local partnerships and conduct meaningful stakeholder consultation.
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