Annual Program Statement (APS) For Fiscal Year 2026

The Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) at U.S. Embassy Tunis invites results-oriented proposals for programs that foster economic opportunities for U.S. businesses and investors, innovation collaboration, showcase American leadership and excellence in science, technology, culture, the arts, sports, education, and English language, and strengthen ties between the United States and Tunisia in ways that make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous as we commemorate the 250 th anniversary of U.S. independence (2026) and 230 years of U.S.-Tunisian friendship (2027). All proposed programs must include an American element or a connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institutions in ways that promote increased understanding of U.S. policies, perspectives, and society and/or celebrate U.S. culture and values. Proposals that include programming outside Greater Tunis or across multiple governorates and/or promote increased collaboration and networking among alumni of U.S. government programs are encouraged. Examples of possible PD small grant proposals include, but are not limited to: • Subject-matter expert, academic, and professional lectures, seminars, and speaker programs that include U.S. speakers/experts. • Programs that connect U.S. companies with Tunisian partners, suppliers, and market opportunities, facilitate business-to-business networking and investment matchmaking, prepare Tunisian startups and established businesses to meet U.S. market standards, enter U.S. markets, and partner with U.S. investors. • Sports diplomacy, culinary diplomacy, art exhibitions, film festivals, theater, musical theater, musical performances and master classes. • Cultural heritage conservation and preservation programs, including through use of new and immersive technologies, such as virtual reality (VR) or augmented reality (AR) technology. • U.S.-Tunisian University-industry partnerships, including with research or technology parks, that generate mutually ben

Details

• Agency: U.S. Mission to Tunisia
• Department: Department of State
• Opportunity #: PAS-TUNIS- APS FY2026
• Expected Awards: 6
• Instrument: cooperative_agreement;grant

Eligibility

•Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations;•Public and private educational institutions;•Non-profit or governmental educational institutions; •Governmental institutions; and•Individuals may also apply;