Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary

Description

1) Objective

On July 4, 2026 the United States of America will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout 2026, the U.S. Embassy in Beirut will celebrate this anniversary and highlight cultural, academic, innovation, trade, and historical influences and shared interests that shaped the relationship between Lebanon and the United States.

The Public Diplomacy Section is pleased to announce this funding opportunity as part of this celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. This is an Annual Program Statement (APS) that invites proposals for our year-long campaign to tell the story of America in Lebanon. It aims to support organizations in creating and developing public programs that celebrate the people, events, ideas, and legacies related to the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, and the diplomacy and friendship with the Lebanese and Lebanon.

Proposed programs must include Lebanese audiences, strengthen bilateral ties between the United States and Lebanon, promote increased understanding of the United States among the Lebanese public, and demonstrate a clear connection to the 250th anniversary. All programs must include a clear U.S. element or connection, which could involve cooperation with experts, private or public organizations, or institutions from the United States.

2) Eligibility

The Public Diplomacy Section encourages applications from Lebanon: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations; Lebanese private educational institutions. Individuals PDS will review proposals exclusively submitted through the email address referenced in this APS.

3) Location

Actions must take place in Lebanon.

4) Budget

Awards may range from $150,000 to $250,000 for organizations. Awards may range from $75,000 to $150,000 for individuals.

5) Application

The application deadline is 2 September 2025.