Freedom250 Sabah Grant

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Embassy Kuala Lumpur is inviting proposals for Freedom250 Sabah programs to celebrate America's 250th anniversary through innovative activities in Sabah, Malaysia. The grant supports projects that showcase U.

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gov for More Information Funding Opportunity: Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary in Sabah Funding Opportunity Title**Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary in Sabah** Funding Opportunity Number**SMY-PDS-2026-002** Deadline for Applications**May 11, 2026, 5:00 PM Malaysia Time (MYT)** **Executive Summary**The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Diplomacy Section invites proposals to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary (Freedom250) in the state of Sabah, Malaysia.

This funding opportunity seeks innovative programs that showcase U.S. excellence across various sectors, promote American excellence and strengthen people-to-people ties between the United States and Malaysia. Programs should advance U.S. leadership and national interests in the region by engaging Malaysian audiences in Sabah, particularly youth, educators, entrepreneurs, and civil society leaders.

Priority will be given to programs that create lasting impact, promote dialogue, and highlight American excellence. Eligible activities may include cultural exchanges, educational programs, innovation showcases, entrepreneurship initiatives, arts and music performances, sports diplomacy, STEM education programs, English language initiatives, and commemorative events that celebrate the U.S.-Malaysia partnership.

**Goals and Objectives**To celebrate America’s 250th anniversary (Freedom250) in Sabah, Malaysia, by showcasing U.S. excellence, promoting American values, and strengthening bilateral ties to advance U.S. leadership and national interests in the region. 1.

**Showcase U.S. Excellence:**Highlight American achievements in innovation, technology, arts, culture, education, entrepreneurship, and other fields that demonstrate U.S. leadership and creativity. 2. **Strengthen Bilateral Ties:**Deepen people-to-people connections between Americans and Malaysians in Sabah through meaningful exchanges, collaborations, and partnerships.

3. **Engage Wide Audiences:**Reach broad audiences in Sabah, to include youth (ages 15-35), educators, entrepreneurs, and women. 4.

**Create Lasting Impact:**Develop programs with sustainable outcomes that continue to benefit communities and strengthen U.S.-Malaysia relations beyond the grant period. 5. **Advance U.S. National Interests:**Support U.S. foreign policy priorities in Southeast Asia, including economic prosperity, security cooperation, democratic governance, and regional stability.

**Priority Program Areas:**Proposals may focus on one or more of the following thematic areas: * **Innovation and Entrepreneurship:**Programs that promote entrepreneurial mindsets, startup ecosystems, technology innovation, and business development * **Education and Exchange:**Educational programs, English language learning, STEM education, teacher training, student exchanges, and academic partnerships * **Arts and Culture:**Cultural performances, exhibitions, film screenings, music programs, and artistic collaborations that celebrate American and Malaysian creativity * **Sports Diplomacy:**Sports programs that promote teamwork, leadership, and healthy lifestyles **Submission Requirements and Deadlines****:** * Application forms required above are available at: https://www.

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