Statement of Interest (SOI) Annual Program Statement
ID: 358791Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Japan (DOS-JPN)

Award Range

$5K - $100K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358791

Additional Information

https://jp.usembassy.gov/federal-assistance-awards/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Japan is inviting proposals for the Statement of Interest (SOI) Annual Program Statement, aimed at strengthening U.S.-Japan relations through various projects. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Japanese non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, with funding amounts ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, totaling $250,000 available for the program. Projects should align with U.S. strategic goals in areas such as security, innovation, and cultural outreach, and must comply with federal anti-discrimination laws. Interested parties should submit their SOIs by September 30, 2025, and can contact the Public Affairs Section at TokyoPASGrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    TokyoPASGrants@state.gov
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    The U.S. Embassy Tokyo announces an open competition for the Statement of Interest (SOI) under the Annual Program Statement for FY2025, aimed at reinforcing U.S.-Japan ties. Deadline for SOI submissions is September 30, 2025. The funding opportunity supports projects with grants ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, with a total of $250,000 available, pending funding. Eligible applicants include U.S. and Japanese non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals, the latter up to a cap of $30,000. Proposals should illustrate objectives that align with U.S. strategic goals, addressing specific areas such as security, innovation, entrepreneurship, and cultural outreach. The application process has two steps; initial SOI submission, followed by an invitation to submit a full proposal if the SOI is favorably evaluated. Key requirements include having a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and a valid SAM.gov registration, especially for organizations. The review process will assess strategic priorities, project feasibility, quality, and organizational capacity, ensuring projects contribute to mutual understanding and cooperation between the U.S. and Japan. Compliance with Federal anti-discrimination laws is mandatory.
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