Opportunity Information: Apply for EAPBJ 22 GR 001 EAP 051622
The U.S. Mission to China Public Engagement Grants opportunity is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of State through the Public Diplomacy Sections at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Shenyang. The central purpose is to fund projects that create, deepen, or expand people-to-people ties between the United States and China, using in-person, virtual, or hybrid engagement to reach Chinese audiences. At its core, the program is designed to improve Chinese audiences understanding of U.S. foreign policy, along with broader U.S. values, culture, society, and systems of government.
The competition is looking for creative, practical proposals that either build on existing partnerships between U.S. organizations and Chinese counterparts or create new partnerships that can continue beyond the grant period. A notable emphasis is placed on sustainability and reach, especially projects that connect with communities that do not easily interact with the Mission due to barriers like geography or language. In other words, applicants are encouraged to think beyond major urban centers and typical elite networks and instead propose models that can engage new regions, new institutions, and underserved audiences, while also strengthening an organizations ability to operate and maintain long-term collaboration.
Proposals that align with the Mission's priority themes receive preference. These priorities include: (A) advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in programming and participation; (B) improving the sharing of information and perspectives that supports adherence to global norms, particularly in areas such as trade practices, intellectual property protection, and regional security; (C) promoting cooperation and shared problem-solving on the climate crisis; and (D) strengthening understanding of U.S. society and values through education, culture, and the arts. These themes signal that the Mission is looking for public engagement that is not only cultural in a general sense, but also connected to policy-relevant topics and contemporary global challenges, while still remaining accessible and audience-centered.
The types of activities that may be funded are intentionally broad. Examples include lecture series, seminars, workshops, and similar programs that explain U.S. foreign policy goals or provide clearer insight into U.S. society, governance, and values. The opportunity also supports performing arts programming that reflects the breadth of American performing arts, such as music, dance, and drama, especially when designed to reach key audiences and generate meaningful exchange rather than one-way presentations. In addition, educational programs are encouraged, particularly those that integrate discussion of American foreign policy perspectives or civic values into classrooms, training settings, or wider educational outreach efforts. Overall, the program leaves room for different formats, as long as they are clearly designed to inform, connect, and engage Chinese participants in a way that supports the stated diplomacy objectives.
From an administrative standpoint, the funding opportunity is listed as EAPBJ 22 GR 001 EAP 051622, within a humanities and cultural affairs funding category (CFDA 19.040). Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than universities), individuals, and certain other applicants as clarified in the eligibility section of the full announcement. The announced award ceiling is $150,000, with an expectation of approximately five awards. The opportunity was created on March 21, 2022, and the original closing date was May 16, 2022.Apply for EAPBJ 22 GR 001 EAP 051622
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to China in the humanities (see cultural affairs in cfda) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "U.S. Mission to China Public Engagement Grants" 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 Mar 21, 2022.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 16, 2022. (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 $150,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Individuals, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): U.S. Mission to China Public Engagement Grants
What is the U.S. Mission to China Public Engagement Grants program?
It is a discretionary grant program run by the U.S. Department of State through the Public Diplomacy Sections at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Shenyang.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The program funds projects that create, deepen, or expand people-to-people ties between the United States and China. Projects are intended to engage Chinese audiences through in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats.
What outcomes is the program trying to achieve with Chinese audiences?
At its core, the program is designed to improve Chinese audiences' understanding of U.S. foreign policy, as well as broader U.S. values, culture, society, and systems of government.
Who runs and administers the program in China?
The program is administered through the Public Diplomacy Sections at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Shenyang.
What kinds of proposals is the competition looking for?
The competition seeks creative, practical proposals that build on existing partnerships between U.S. organizations and Chinese counterparts or create new partnerships that can continue beyond the grant period.
Is sustainability important in proposal selection?
Yes. The opportunity places a notable emphasis on sustainability and reach, including projects designed to continue beyond the grant period and strengthen an organization's ability to maintain long-term collaboration.
Does the program encourage reaching audiences outside major cities and elite networks?
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to propose models that connect with communities that do not easily interact with the Mission due to barriers such as geography or language, including new regions, institutions, and underserved audiences.
What engagement formats are allowed (in-person vs. online)?
Projects may use in-person, virtual, or hybrid engagement formats, as long as they are designed to reach Chinese audiences and support the program's public diplomacy objectives.
What are the Mission's priority themes for proposals?
Proposals aligning with the Mission's priority themes receive preference. The themes are: (A) advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in programming and participation; (B) improving the sharing of information and perspectives that supports adherence to global norms (including trade practices, intellectual property protection, and regional security); (C) promoting cooperation and shared problem-solving on the climate crisis; and (D) strengthening understanding of U.S. society and values through education, culture, and the arts.
Does a proposal have to match one of the priority themes to be considered?
The announcement states that proposals aligned with the priority themes receive preference. Based on the information provided, alignment is a competitive advantage.
What types of activities may be funded?
The eligible activities are intentionally broad. Examples include lecture series, seminars, workshops, and similar programs explaining U.S. foreign policy goals or providing insight into U.S. society, governance, and values.
Are performing arts projects eligible?
Yes. The opportunity supports performing arts programming that reflects the breadth of American performing arts (such as music, dance, and drama), especially when designed to reach key audiences and create meaningful exchange rather than one-way presentations.
Are educational programs eligible?
Yes. Educational programs are encouraged, particularly those that integrate discussion of American foreign policy perspectives or civic values into classrooms, training settings, or broader educational outreach efforts.
Is the grant limited to cultural programming only?
No. While it includes culture and the arts, the program also emphasizes policy-relevant topics and contemporary global challenges, with activities that remain accessible and audience-centered.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than universities), individuals, and certain other applicants as clarified in the eligibility section of the full announcement.
Is this opportunity limited to U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status?
No. The listed eligible applicants include multiple categories, such as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and individuals, in addition to U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits (other than universities).
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The announced award ceiling is $150,000.
How many awards are expected?
The opportunity states an expectation of approximately five awards.
What is the funding opportunity number or identifier?
The opportunity is listed as EAPBJ 22 GR 001 EAP 051622.
What is the CFDA number and funding category?
The funding category is described as humanities and cultural affairs, and the CFDA number is 19.040.
When was this opportunity created and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on March 21, 2022. The original closing date was May 16, 2022.
Where are the U.S. Mission locations involved in this program?
The program is run through the U.S. Embassy in Beijing and the U.S. Consulates General in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Shenyang.
What kinds of audiences should projects focus on?
Projects are intended to reach Chinese audiences, with an emphasis on expanding reach to communities that face barriers to interacting with the Mission (such as geographic or language barriers) and engaging underserved audiences.
What does the program mean by "people-to-people ties"?
Based on the announcement, it refers to projects that connect individuals and institutions in the United States and China through engagement activities that inform, connect, and promote meaningful exchange.
What is meant by "meaningful exchange" in performing arts and cultural programs?
The announcement emphasizes exchange rather than one-way presentations, meaning projects should be designed to generate interaction and engagement with Chinese audiences.
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