Opportunity Information: Apply for PDS CB 600 26 0003
The U.S. Department of State, through the Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh, is inviting proposals for Fiscal Year 2026 under its Annual Program Statement for public diplomacy programming in Cambodia. The core purpose of this opportunity is to fund projects that strengthen relationships between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the United States by highlighting U.S. interests, showcasing American excellence, and encouraging practical bilateral cooperation. Projects are expected to build greater understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives among Cambodian audiences, using programming that is clearly connected to the United States in a meaningful way.
The competition is open and discretionary, and awards will be made as grants under CFDA 19.040 (Education). The embassy anticipates making about five awards, with a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $25,000 per grant. The opportunity is identified by Funding Opportunity Number PDS CB 600 26 0003. Applications are due by August 30, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 9, 2026. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education.
Proposed projects should align with one or more of the embassy's priority program areas. These priorities include: (1) "Freedom 250," which focuses on commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States and can include activities that explore U.S. history, civic ideals, democratic development, and shared values in ways that are relevant to Cambodian audiences; (2) efforts aimed at safeguarding Americans and Cambodians against transnational cybercrime while also advancing U.S. technological leadership and economic interests, which may involve digital safety, cyber awareness, rule of law considerations, or responsible technology use; (3) initiatives that engage U.S. exchange program alumni networks to advance U.S. interests, such as mobilizing alumni to lead community projects, mentor others, or expand people-to-people ties; (4) programs that promote U.S. higher education, which could include advising, informational outreach, partnerships, or activities that help Cambodian students and families better understand U.S. study options; (5) projects that promote American English language education, potentially through teacher training, curriculum support, learning resources, or innovative English learning programs; and (6) activities that counter malign influence and promote free speech, which may include media literacy, support for open information environments, and programming that strengthens informed public discourse.
A consistent requirement across all proposed activities is the inclusion of a clear American element. That means projects must incorporate a tangible connection to the United States, such as involvement by American experts, partnerships with U.S. organizations or institutions, or U.S.-based content and practices tied to a specific field. This U.S. connection should not be superficial; it should directly support the public diplomacy goal of increasing understanding of U.S. perspectives and strengthening bilateral ties through credible engagement, expertise, and collaboration.Apply for PDS CB 600 26 0003
- The U.S. Mission to Cambodia in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Annual Program Statement for Public Diplomacy Section Fiscal Year 2026" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-07-09.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-08-30. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $25,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1) What is this funding opportunity?
This is a U.S. Department of State funding opportunity issued by the Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh. It invites proposals for Fiscal Year 2026 public diplomacy programming in Cambodia under an Annual Program Statement.
2) What is the main purpose of the grants?
The core purpose is to fund projects that strengthen relationships between the Kingdom of Cambodia and the United States by highlighting U.S. interests, showcasing American excellence, and encouraging practical bilateral cooperation. Projects are expected to build greater understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives among Cambodian audiences through programming that is meaningfully connected to the United States.
3) Is this a competitive opportunity?
Yes. The opportunity is described as open and discretionary, meaning proposals are competitively reviewed and awards are not guaranteed.
4) What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PDS CB 600 26 0003.
5) When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on July 9, 2026.
6) What is the application deadline?
Applications are due by August 30, 2026.
7) How many awards does the Embassy expect to make?
The Embassy anticipates making about five awards.
8) What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $25,000 per grant.
9) What type of award will be issued?
Awards will be made as grants.
10) What CFDA program is this associated with?
This opportunity is under CFDA 19.040 (Education).
11) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are U.S.-based nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS.
12) Are universities eligible to apply?
No. Institutions of higher education are excluded from eligibility, even if they are U.S.-based.
13) Where must the programming take place or be focused?
The programming is intended to be public diplomacy programming in Cambodia and to engage Cambodian audiences.
14) What are the priority program areas?
Proposed projects should align with one or more of these priority areas:
- Freedom 250 (commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States)
- Safeguarding Americans and Cambodians against transnational cybercrime while advancing U.S. technological leadership and economic interests
- Engaging U.S. exchange program alumni networks to advance U.S. interests
- Promoting U.S. higher education
- Promoting American English language education
- Countering malign influence and promoting free speech
15) What kinds of activities fit under "Freedom 250"?
Activities may explore U.S. history, civic ideals, democratic development, and shared values in ways that are relevant to Cambodian audiences, tied to commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.
16) What types of projects are encouraged under the cybercrime and technology priority?
Projects may involve digital safety, cyber awareness, rule of law considerations, or responsible technology use, while also supporting U.S. technological leadership and economic interests and helping safeguard Americans and Cambodians against transnational cybercrime.
17) What does it mean to engage U.S. exchange program alumni networks?
This priority focuses on initiatives that mobilize alumni to advance U.S. interests, such as leading community projects, mentoring others, or expanding people-to-people ties.
18) What activities could support the U.S. higher education promotion priority?
Examples mentioned include advising, informational outreach, partnerships, or other activities that help Cambodian students and families better understand U.S. study options.
19) What activities could support American English language education?
Projects could include teacher training, curriculum support, learning resources, or innovative English learning programs.
20) What activities are included under countering malign influence and promoting free speech?
This may include media literacy, support for open information environments, and programming that strengthens informed public discourse.
21) Is an "American element" required in every project?
Yes. A consistent requirement across all proposed activities is the inclusion of a clear American element.
22) What counts as a "clear American element"?
The opportunity describes a tangible connection to the United States, such as involvement by American experts, partnerships with U.S. organizations or institutions, or U.S.-based content and practices tied to a specific field.
23) Can the American element be minimal or symbolic?
No. The U.S. connection should not be superficial. It should directly support the public diplomacy goal of increasing understanding of U.S. perspectives and strengthening bilateral ties through credible engagement, expertise, and collaboration.
24) What public diplomacy outcomes are projects expected to support?
Projects are expected to help Cambodian audiences better understand U.S. policies and perspectives, highlight U.S. interests, showcase American excellence, and encourage practical bilateral cooperation in ways that strengthen U.S.-Cambodia relationships.
25) Do proposals need to align to multiple priority areas?
No specific requirement is stated to address more than one priority. Proposals should align with one or more priority program areas.
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