# U.S.-ROK Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/pd-seoul-fy25-09-u-s-rok-alliance-on-shipbuilding-and-maritime/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360285

> U.S. Mission to South Korea offered grants of up to $100,000 (at least $10,000) to the applicants described in the notice. It expected to make one award worth $100,000 in total. Applications closed on August 21, 2025.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | PD-SEOUL-FY25-09 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to South Korea |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | August 21, 2025 |
| Award ceiling | $100,000 |
| Award floor | $10,000 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $100,000 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.040 |

## Who can apply

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

The following organizations are eligible to apply (ROK Organizations Only): • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions• Public international organizations and governmental institutions

## What the grant funds

Funding Opportunity Title: U.S.-ROK Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation Funding Opportunity Number: PD-SEOUL-FY25-09 Deadline for Applications: Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (GMT+9) CFDA Number: 19.040 – Public Diplomacy Programs Type of Funding: FY25 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Total Amount Available: $100,000 Open to ROK Organizations Only. This notice is subject to availability of funding. AL Number, funding type, and other award details may be subject to change prior to finalization. Executive Summary The U.S.-Korea Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation program aims to strengthen bilateral collaboration in the shipbuilding and maritime sectors by addressing critical issues such as supply chain vulnerabilities, regulatory harmonization, market demand dynamics, and technical advancements. Leveraging U.S. and Korea’s robust research infrastructure and expertise, this initiative will establish research working groups composed of experts from academia, government, business, and think tanks. The group will convene monthly for discussions, lectures, workshops, and seminars in both Korea and the United States, bringing together related U.S. and Korean experts to consolidate insights, develop actionable recommendations, and explore opportunities for deeper collaboration. The program will culminate in an international conference in Korea to share findings and foster collaboration. Insights generated will be synthesized into actionable recommendations to inform U.S. and Korean policies, enhance economic security, and identify opportunities for bilateral investment. Goals and Objectives Proposals must include an American element or connection with U.S. experts, organizations, or institutions and should clearly explain the applicants’ previous experience running similar programs across the Republic of Korea and the United States. The U.S.-Korea Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation seeks to revitalize the shipbuilding and maritime industry network between Korea and the United States. By fostering collaboration among experts from diverse sectors, the program will address shared challenges and opportunities in maritime logistics and shipbuilding. The primary activities include: Monthly Meetings: Internal discussions, lectures, and seminars featuring Korean and U.S. experts.

## Questions people ask

### Is PD-SEOUL-FY25-09 still open?

No. It closed on August 21, 2025. A newer notice is open: OFOP0002825, closes January 1, 2099 (26353 days left).

### Who can apply for U.S.-ROK Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation?

U.S. Mission to South Korea accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for U.S.-ROK Alliance on Shipbuilding and Maritime Cooperation?

Closed August 21, 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. About $100,000 in total for one award.

### 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.