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U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau Announces Public Diplomacy Grants
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau Public Affairs Section (PAS) is now accepting proposals for its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.
This initiative aims to strengthen ties between the United States and Hong Kong, and the United States and Macau, through programs that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation.
The PAS Hong Kong and Macau invites proposals for programs that include a U.S. element or connection with American experts, organizations, or institutions. These programs should promote understanding of U.S. policy
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WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Consulate General Hong Kong and Macau Public Affairs Section (PAS) is now accepting proposals for its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program.
This initiative aims to strengthen ties between the United States and Hong Kong, and the United States and Macau, through programs that highlight shared values and promote bilateral cooperation.
The PAS Hong Kong and Macau invites proposals for programs that include a U.S. element or connection with American experts, organizations, or institutions. These programs should promote understanding of U.S. policyand perspectives, and foster partnerships.
The funding opportunity will support programs in several key areas, including:
* Programs that support STEAM-related activities.
* Programs that promote American English language acquisition.
* Programs that promote economic empowerment.
* Programs and exchanges that facilitate academic and cultural engagements highlighting and/or discussing American expertise, experience, and values.
Approximately 20 awards are expected to be granted, with total program funding estimated at $300,000. Individual grants will range from $3,000 to $50,000. Cost-sharing or matching is not required.
Eligible applicants include:
* Registered not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations.
* Public and private educational institutions.
* Public international organizations.
* Governmental institutions.
* Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
The application deadline is May 16, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358944
U.S. Embassy in Amman Launches 'Empowered Parents In Charge' Program
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Embassy in Amman has announced a new grant opportunity, "Empowered Parents In Charge" (EPIC), aimed at supporting people with disabilities (PWD) in Jordan.
The initiative will empower Jordanian parents of children with disabilities.
The program seeks to address the challenges faced by PWDs in Jordan, including stigma, ostracization, and limited access to education and employment. The U.S. Embassy highlights that a significant portion of Jordanians with disabilities are out of school and unemployed, despite the passage of the "Law on the Rights
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WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Embassy in Amman has announced a new grant opportunity, "Empowered Parents In Charge" (EPIC), aimed at supporting people with disabilities (PWD) in Jordan.
The initiative will empower Jordanian parents of children with disabilities.
The program seeks to address the challenges faced by PWDs in Jordan, including stigma, ostracization, and limited access to education and employment. The U.S. Embassy highlights that a significant portion of Jordanians with disabilities are out of school and unemployed, despite the passage of the "Law on the Rightsof Persons with Disabilities" in 2017.
The EPIC program will leverage American expertise and experience, showcasing the United States as a global leader in protecting and promoting the civil rights of PWDs (particularly through the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). By partnering Jordanian organizations with American institutions, the program aims to:
* Provide Jordanian parents with advocacy skills.
* Educate them on relevant legal frameworks and financial resources.
* Offer civic engagement training.
* Demonstrate how American advancements in science, technology, and AI have benefited PWDs.
The ultimate goal is to empower parents to ensure their children remain in school, are prepared for employment, and contribute to Jordan's economic growth. The program also intends to strengthen U.S.-Jordan relations.
The U.S. Mission to Jordan expects to award one grant. While the announcement does not specify the total program funding, the award ceiling is $350,000, and the award floor is $150,000. Cost-sharing or matching is not required.
Eligible applicants include:
* Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
* Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks, educational institutions, and civil society/non-governmental organizations.
The application deadline is July 14, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358947
U.S. Embassy in Amman Announces Funding for EducationUSA Fair
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Embassy in Amman is seeking applications from not-for-profit organizations in Jordan and the United States to promote U.S. higher education in Jordan.
The initiative will support the organization of a two-day EducationUSA Fair in October 2025.
The EducationUSA Fair aims to connect Jordanian students, parents, and high school counselors with representatives from 25-30 accredited U.S. universities. The selected organization will be responsible for arranging this premier higher education event. Additionally, they will develop and execute a digital
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WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. State Department Embassy in Amman is seeking applications from not-for-profit organizations in Jordan and the United States to promote U.S. higher education in Jordan.
The initiative will support the organization of a two-day EducationUSA Fair in October 2025.
The EducationUSA Fair aims to connect Jordanian students, parents, and high school counselors with representatives from 25-30 accredited U.S. universities. The selected organization will be responsible for arranging this premier higher education event. Additionally, they will develop and execute a digitalcampaign to generate interest in U.S. higher education opportunities.
The U.S. Embassy highlights the increasing demand for U.S. higher education among Jordanian students, noting that enrollment is at a 30-year high. They emphasize the strong bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Jordan and the significant economic contribution of Jordanian students to the U.S. economy, which accounts for $115 million in revenue annually.
The U.S. Mission to Jordan expects to award one cooperative agreement, with total funding of $250,000 available. The funding will range from $150,000 to $250,000. Cost-sharing or matching is not required.
Eligible applicants include:
* Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
* Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations
* Public and private educational institutions
The application deadline is June 15, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358813
FTA Announces $398 Million for Buses and Bus Facilities
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the availability of approximately $398 million in competitive grant funding through the Fiscal Year 2025 Buses and Bus Facilities Program.
This funding aims to support capital projects related to buses and bus facilities.
The grants will assist in financing projects such as:
* Replacing, rehabilitating, purchasing, or leasing buses or related equipment.
* Rehabilitating, purchasing, constructing, or leasing bus-related facilities.
The FTA anticipates making approximately 50 awards.
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WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the availability of approximately $398 million in competitive grant funding through the Fiscal Year 2025 Buses and Bus Facilities Program.
This funding aims to support capital projects related to buses and bus facilities.
The grants will assist in financing projects such as:
* Replacing, rehabilitating, purchasing, or leasing buses or related equipment.
* Rehabilitating, purchasing, constructing, or leasing bus-related facilities.
The FTA anticipates making approximately 50 awards.The maximum award amount (award ceiling) is $39,810,323. There is a cost-sharing or matching requirement for these grants.
Eligible Applicants
A range of entities are eligible to apply for these funds, including:
* Designated recipients that allocate funds to fixed route bus operators.
* States (including territories and Washington D.C.).
* Local governmental entities that operate fixed route bus service.
* Indian tribes.
* County governments
* City or township governments
Eligible subrecipients also include private nonprofit organizations engaged in public transportation. However, proposals for projects in rural (non-urbanized) areas, excluding those from Indian tribes, must be submitted by a State, either individually or as part of a statewide application.
Application Details
The deadline for application is July 14, 2025.
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View grant announcement here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358956
DOD Announces $1.76 Million to Support Early-Career Melanoma Researchers
By Aliza Qamar
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is investing $1.76 million to foster the next generation of melanoma researchers through the "DoD Melanoma, Melanoma Academy Scholar Award."
This initiative aims to support independent, early-career investigators, specifically those who are no more than seven years from their initial faculty appointment. The program will integrate these "Scholars" into the Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Melanoma Academy. The DoD expects to fund approximately two applications.
The Melanoma Academy is described as a "unique, interactive virtual academy"
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) is investing $1.76 million to foster the next generation of melanoma researchers through the "DoD Melanoma, Melanoma Academy Scholar Award."
This initiative aims to support independent, early-career investigators, specifically those who are no more than seven years from their initial faculty appointment. The program will integrate these "Scholars" into the Melanoma Research Program (MRP) Melanoma Academy. The DoD expects to fund approximately two applications.
The Melanoma Academy is described as a "unique, interactive virtual academy"designed to connect established investigators with early-career researchers. The goal is to cultivate a network of successful and productive melanoma researchers within a collaborative research and career development environment.
This award mechanism has a dual focus: the Scholar's research and their career potential. Key features of the award include:
* Early-Career Focus: The program is specifically for investigators in the early stages of their independent careers (within seven years of their initial faculty appointment).
* Mentorship: Scholars are required to designate a Career Guide. This guide must have a proven track record of successful mentorship, combined with significant funding and publications in the field of melanoma research.
* Research Support: The award provides funding to support the Scholar's research project.
* No Preliminary Data Required: Applicants are not required to provide preliminary data.
The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) expects to allocate approximately $1.76 million to fund approximately two Melanoma Academy Scholar Award applications. The maximum funding available per award is $550,000 in direct costs, and the maximum period of performance is three years.
The deadline for applications is October 1, 2025.
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Original text here: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358952
