The U.S. Mission to Timor-Leste is inviting proposals for the FY25 Program Statement aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and Timor-Leste through community development initiatives. Proposals must include an American element or connection with U.S. experts or organizations to promote understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation and economic partnerships while addressing vulnerabilities to economic coercion. The funding opportunity, categorized as a discretionary cooperative agreement, has an award ceiling of $25,000 and a floor of $2,500, with a close date for submissions set for August 31, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to the grantor at braunschweigdfe@state.gov for further details and access additional information through the provided link.