# Celebrate 250: The Spirit of America

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pas-jor-fy25-004-celebrate-250-the-spirit-of-america/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360037

> U.S. Mission to Jordan offered grants of up to $100,000 (at least $50,000) to nonprofits. It expected to make about 2 awards. Applications closed on August 18, 2025.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PAS-JOR-FY25-004 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Jordan |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 18, 2025 |
| Award ceiling | $100,000 |
| Award floor | $50,000 |
| Expected awards | 2 |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following U.S. and Jordanian organizations are eligible to apply: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions For-profit or commercial entities are not eligible to apply.

## What the grant funds

On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The U.S. Embassy in Amman will commemorate this historic milestone through a nine-month campaign highlighting the impact of American history and culture, America’s innovation and achievements, and the historical and future connections between the United States and Jordan. The Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Section is pleased to announce this funding opportunity as part of this yearlong celebration of “America250.” This Notice of Funding Opportunity invites proposals for creative public programs – culminating in July 2026 – that increase awareness of American history and achievements, highlight America’s founding principles, emphasize key documents such as the Declaration of Independence and Constitution, showcase U.S. leadership in science and technology, celebrate uniquely American cultural exports (e.g. music, literature, education, sports, etc.) that inspire Jordanian audiences, and ignite a spirit of innovation and cooperation between Americans and Jordanians. This initiative aligns with the broader America250 vision.

## Questions people ask

### Is PAS-JOR-FY25-004 still open?

No. It closed on August 18, 2025. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for Celebrate 250: The Spirit of America?

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

### What is the deadline for Celebrate 250: The Spirit of America?

Closed August 18, 2025. 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.

### 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.