# Muscat - Annual Program Statement (APS)- PD Small Grants Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/muscat-pas-2026-aps-01-muscat-annual-program-statement-aps-pd-small-grants/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363078

> U.S. Mission to Oman offered grants of up to $100,000 (at least $1,000) to individuals. It expected to make $200,000 in total. Applications closed on August 9, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | MUSCAT-PAS-2026-APS-01 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Oman |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 9, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $100,000 |
| Award floor | $1,000 |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | $200,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Individuals
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following organizations are eligible to apply: o Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations o Public and private educational institutions o Individuals o Eligible Public International Organizations and Governmental Institutions.

## What the grant funds

The Public Diplomacy Section of U.S. Embassy Muscat announces an open competition to support projects that advance U.S. foreign policy priorities in Oman while strengthening the long-standing partnership between the United States and the Sultanate of Oman. This Annual Program Statement outlines strategic funding priorities, eligibility criteria, and application guidelines for grants ranging from $1,000 to $100,000, with project durations of up to 12 months. Successful proposals should clearly demonstrate how their projects support U.S. public diplomacy goals; showcase American excellence, expertise, innovation, and values, and strengthen the bilateral relationship. The goals of U.S. policy in the region are to: 1) secure opportunities that advance U.S. commercial and strategic interests; 2) promote trusted cooperation in emerging technologies, innovation, and space; and 3) deepen people-to-people ties that showcase American excellence. Applicants should clearly explain how their projects support U.S. public diplomacy goals, strengthen the U.S.-Oman partnership, and highlight American expertise, leadership, and innovation. Programs should include a clear U.S. element, such as engagement with U.S. experts, institutions, companies, universities, artists, athletes, alumni, or professional networks; the use of American models, standards, technologies, or best practices; or activities that increase understanding of the United States and its partnership with Oman. Program Description1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The Public Diplomacy Section of U.S. Embassy Muscat is pleased to invite applications for federal assistance funding opportunities, pending availability of funds, through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This Annual Program Statement outlines the Embassy’s funding priorities, strategic themes, and procedures for submitting proposals. Applicants should carefully follow all instructions below. The Public Diplomacy Section seeks proposals for programs that advance U.S. foreign policy priorities in Oman while strengthening the long-standing partnership between the United States and Oman. Competitive proposals should clearly demonstrate how the proposed project makes the United States safer, stronger, or more prosperous; and showcases American excellence, expertise, innovation. Programs should include a clear U.S. element, such as engagement with U.S.

## Questions people ask

### Is MUSCAT-PAS-2026-APS-01 still open?

No. It closed on August 9, 2026.

### Who can apply for Muscat - Annual Program Statement (APS)- PD Small Grants Program?

U.S. Mission to Oman accepted applications from individuals. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Muscat - Annual Program Statement (APS)- PD Small Grants Program?

Closed August 9, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $100,000 each. About $200,000 in total.

### Who has won Public Diplomacy Programs grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Meridian International Center, American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. The program made 13,489 awards worth $358 million in that time.