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Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026

U.S. Mission to Bangladesh

PD-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2026-01

DOS-BGD

General Information

$50,000
Est. Program Funding:
April 30, 2026
Closing Date:
5
Expected No. of Awards
$24,990
Award Ceiling

Opportunity Number:
PD-DHAKA-NOFO-FY2026-01

Owning Agency:
DOS-BGD

Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)

Synopsis

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Dhaka invites proposal submissions for cooperative agreements to design, administer, and implement high-visibility public engagement activities under Mission Bangladesh’s Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative, celebrating 250 years of American liberty and independence. 

Through December 31, 2026, this initiative will deploy innovative, small-scale programming across Bangladesh to showcase the historical legacy of American excellence, highlight U.S. innovation and leadership, and celebrate the enduring cultural, economic, and strategic ties between the United States and Bangladesh. 

Activities may include, but are not limited to: 

  • Activities related to America Week July 1-7, 2026, in Dhaka, Chattogram, Rajshahi, and Sylhet. 
  • Public engagement exchanges and events featuring prominent American athletes, cultural and literary figures, innovators, or subject-matter experts; 
  • American-style public events and community celebrations that highlight U.S. traditions and values; 
  • Outreach celebrating U.S.-Bangladesh partnerships in business, entrepreneurship, energy, science, technology, and culture; 
  • Traveling exhibitions and educational materials on American history adapted for Bangladeshi audiences and local languages where appropriate; 
  • Community service initiatives that bring together American and Bangladeshi citizens; 
  • Leveraging American Spaces for U.S.-tailored programming.  

The implementing partner will also develop, in coordination with the U.S. Embassy, Freedom 250-branded outreach and giveaway materials. 


Response Date Apr 30, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date Mar 30, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date May 30, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling 24,990
Award Floor 5,000
Cost Sharing No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Individuals, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education
Additional Info on Eligibility: N/a

Additional Information

Agency Name Moumita Hossain Grantor
Link to Additional Information: N/a
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk
Phone: 880255662804

CFDA Program(s)

  • 19.040: Public Diplomacy Programs
   

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