Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026 Grant

Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026 Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: US Dept. of State: Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy & Public Affairs
Amount: Up to US $50,000
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

The Freedom 250 Bangladesh 2026 initiative, launched by the U.S. Department of State's Embassy in Dhaka, aims to foster high-visibility public engagement activities celebrating 250 years of American liberty. Through innovative programming until December 31, 2026, the initiative will showcase American excellence and strengthen U.S.-Bangladesh ties through various events, including America Week activities, cultural exchanges, and community service initiatives, all tailored to highlight U.S. values and partnerships.

Overview

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; Levering 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.

Eligibility

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