PD ANNUAL PROGRAM STATEMENT

The U.S. Embassy La Paz Public Diplomacy Section's Annual Program Statement (APS) offers grants from $5,000 to $40,000 for programs strengthening U.S.-Bolivia ties through cultural, educational, professional, and scientific exchanges. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Bolivian non-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and governmental institutions, with a rolling deadline until August 15, 2026. Programs must include a U.S. cultural element or connection with U.S. experts/organizations. Key funding priorities are celebrating American excellence, making America safer, making America stronger, and making America more prosperous. Specific program areas include supporting Bolivia's economic opening and U.S. commercial partnerships, building civil society's capacity to manage natural resources, supporting freedom of speech and the press, and strengthening U.S.-Bolivian partnerships through public diplomacy. Proposals must follow strict formatting guidelines and include mandatory forms, a detailed narrative, budget justification, and attachments like resumes and letters of support. Organizations need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. The APS outlines funding restrictions, review criteria focusing on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified by August 30, 2026.

The U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Department of State, announced its Annual Program Statement (APS) PD-LA PAZ-FY26-01, offering grants from $5,000 to $40,000 for programs strengthening U.S.-Bolivia ties. The rolling deadline for applications is August 15, 2026. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Bolivian non-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and governmental bodies. The program prioritizes projects that celebrate American excellence, enhance U.S. safety, strengthen bilateral relations, and promote prosperity through cultural, educational, professional, and scientific exchanges. Proposals must include a U.S. cultural element or connection with U.S. experts/organizations. Ineligible activities include partisan political activity, charitable services, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial projects, and organizational development. Applicants must provide detailed proposals, budgets, and supporting documents, with organizations requiring a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. All proposals undergo a merit review, evaluating program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, monitoring, and sustainability. Awardees must comply with federal regulations, reporting requirements, and branding guidelines, with specific restrictions on certain funding uses and activities.

The U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, is offering funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program for projects that strengthen U.S.-Bolivian ties. The Annual Program Statement outlines funding priorities, strategic themes, and application procedures. Eligible applicants include U.S. or Bolivian citizens and organizations, excluding for-profit entities. Projects should focus on promoting American excellence, enhancing security, strengthening democratic institutions, and expanding commercial and people-to-people ties. The program does not support partisan political activities, charitable services, construction, or scientific research. Proposals are due by August 15, 2026, and must include specific forms, a detailed narrative, a budget, and various attachments. Successful applicants will be notified by August 30, 2026.

The U.S. Embassy La Paz Public Diplomacy Section is offering grants from $5,000 to $40,000 for programs strengthening U.S.-Bolivia ties through cultural, educational, professional, and scientific exchanges. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Bolivian non-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and governmental institutions. Proposals must include a U.S. cultural element or connection with U.S. experts/organizations. Key funding priorities include supporting Bolivia's economic opening and U.S. commercial partnerships, building civil society's capacity to manage natural resources, supporting freedom of speech and the press, and strengthening U.S.-Bolivian partnerships through public diplomacy. Applications are due by August 15, 2026, and must include specific forms, a detailed proposal (10 pages max), a budget, and supporting attachments. Projects involving partisan political activity, charitable work, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial projects, or organizational institutional development are not supported. Successful applicants must comply with federal regulations, reporting requirements, and branding guidelines.