Strengthening Strategic Partnerships through Expert Engagement

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects for applicants to the "Advancing U.S. Priorities in Brazil: Speaker & Specialist Program (FY26BRAPDS0001)" funding opportunity. It outlines that U.S.-based institutions can apply directly, without a Brazilian co-applicant, but must demonstrate understanding of the Brazilian operating environment. Projects focusing on ecotourism are eligible if they advance U.S. foreign policy priorities like Commercial Diplomacy or Innovation. Expected engagement includes 15-30 activities reaching at least 500 participants, with a focus on sustained outcomes beyond the grant period. Eligible applicants are non-profit organizations, NGOs, think tanks, and educational institutions, requiring a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration. Proposals must comply with U.S. federal regulations and Executive Orders, including EO 14173, 14287, and 14168. Indirect costs can be calculated using a NICRA or a 15% de minimis rate of Modified Total Direct Costs, with all budgets submitted in USD. The application deadline is June 22, 2026, at 23:59 Brasília Time, to be submitted via email to BrazilGrants@state.gov.

This Q&A document clarifies key aspects for applicants to the "Advancing U.S. Priorities in Brazil: Speaker & Specialist Program (FY26BRAPDS0001)" funding opportunity. U.S.-based non-profit, non-governmental entities, think tanks, and educational institutions are eligible to apply as prime recipients, without requiring a Brazilian co-applicant, but must demonstrate a strong understanding of the Brazilian operating environment. Projects focusing on ecotourism may be considered if they align with priority themes like Commercial Diplomacy or Innovation. Expected engagement includes 15-30 activities reaching at least 500 participants across Brazil, with a focus on fostering sustained long-term collaboration. All applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration. Proposals must comply with U.S. federal regulations and Executive Orders, and budgets must be submitted in USD, using an approved NICRA or the de minimis 15% indirect cost rate. The application deadline is June 22, 2026, at 23:59 Brasília Time, submitted electronically to BrazilGrants@state.gov.

This Q&A document clarifies common questions for applicants to the "Advancing U.S. Priorities in Brazil: Speaker & Specialist Program (FY26BRAPDS0001)" funding opportunity. It specifies that U.S.-based institutions can be prime recipients without a Brazilian co-applicant, but must demonstrate understanding of the Brazilian operating environment. Eligible projects can include Ecotourism if they align with broader U.S. foreign policy priorities like Commercial Diplomacy or Innovation. Recipients are expected to organize 15-30 activities, reaching at least 500 participants, and demonstrate sustained outcomes beyond the grant period. Eligible applicants are non-profit organizations, NGOs, think tanks, and educational institutions, excluding for-profit entities and individuals. Mandatory requirements include obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration. Proposals must comply with U.S. federal regulations and Executive Orders, including specific EOs regarding discrimination, criminal aliens, and gender ideology. Indirect costs should follow Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreements (NICRA) or a de minimis rate of 15% of Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC), with budgets submitted in USD. The application deadline is June 22, 2026, at 23:59 Brasília Time, submitted electronically to BrazilGrants@state.gov.

This Q&A document outlines key information for applicants to the Advancing U.S. Priorities in Brazil: Speaker & Specialist Program (FY26BRAPDS0001). U.S.-based institutions can apply directly, demonstrating an understanding of Brazil's operating environment, with subcontracts for local implementation. Priority themes include Energy, Innovation, Technology, Freedom of Expression, Commercial Diplomacy, and Public Safety; ecotourism projects are eligible if linked to broader U.S. foreign policy goals. Successful proposals must organize 15–30 in-person/virtual activities, reaching at least 500 participants, and demonstrate sustained outcomes beyond the grant period. Eligible applicants are non-profit, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, and educational institutions, requiring a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. Proposals must comply with U.S. federal regulations and Executive Orders, including EOs 14173, 14287, and 14168. Indirect costs are calculated using a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or a de minimis rate of 15% of Modified Total Direct Costs (MTDC), with budgets submitted in USD. The application deadline is June 22, 2026, at 23:59 Brasília Time, submitted via email to BrazilGrants@state.gov.

This document clarifies common questions for applicants to the "Advancing U.S. Priorities in Brazil: Speaker & Specialist Program (FY26BRAPDS0001)" funding opportunity. It outlines that U.S.-based institutions can apply directly, without a Brazilian co-applicant, but must demonstrate a strong understanding of Brazil. Priority themes include Energy, Innovation, Technology, Freedom of Expression, Commercial Diplomacy, and Public Safety, with ecotourism being considered if it aligns with broader U.S. foreign policy goals. Successful proposals should aim for 15-30 activities reaching at least 500 participants and demonstrate sustained long-term engagement. Eligible applicants are non-profit, non-governmental organizations, think tanks, and educational institutions, requiring a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration. Proposals must comply with U.S. federal regulations and Executive Orders. Indirect costs can be calculated using a NICRA or a 15% de minimis rate. Applications are due by June 22, 2026, at 23:59 Brasília Time, submitted electronically to BrazilGrants@state.gov.