Opportunity Information: Apply for OFOP0002825
The Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) is a small-grants program run by the U.S. Mission to Austria through its Public Diplomacy programming. It is published as an Annual Program Statement, which means it lays out broad funding priorities and strategic themes rather than a single one-time project brief. The overall goal is to support innovative projects that strengthen collaboration, dialogue, and long-term cooperation between Austria and the United States, especially by bringing American perspectives to Austrian audiences and by directly connecting Americans and Austrians through joint activities.
AAPF is looking for proposals that align with four main priority areas. First, it supports projects that improve Austrian public understanding of U.S. global foreign policy and U.S. economic priorities and interests, with a clear emphasis on reaching young people and encouraging U.S.-Austrian initiatives that advance those priorities. Second, it funds work that strengthens U.S.-Austria cooperation against shared transnational challenges, with examples including terrorism, illegal migration, antisemitism, and drug trafficking. Third, it encourages cultural and historical programming that deepens understanding of the United States and the shared U.S.-Austrian story, including celebrations of American arts, film, sports, and music, again especially for youth audiences and with particular relevance to the United States 250th anniversary in 2026. Fourth, it prioritizes projects that spotlight American technological and scientific innovation and broader economic dynamism, while creating practical opportunities for U.S.-Austria collaboration in these areas.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and awards depend on the availability of Public Diplomacy funds for U.S. Fiscal Year 2026. The review and selection process is not immediate; applicants should plan for a decision timeline of roughly two to three months after submission. Proposals that show long-term sustainability, such as durable partnerships, repeatable program models, or clear plans for continuation beyond the grant period, are stated to receive priority in the assessment process.
Eligibility is intentionally broad and includes Austria-based, Europe-based, and U.S.-based applicants as long as they can demonstrate a proven track record of delivering similar programs. Eligible applicant types include not-for-profit organizations (such as think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations), public and private educational institutions, and individuals. The source listing also notes nonprofit eligibility in the U.S. context (including organizations with 501(c)(3) status), reflecting the grant administration framework. The opportunity is categorized as a discretionary grant in the education activity area (CFDA 19.040), administered by the U.S. Mission to Austria. Funding is relatively small-scale, with an award ceiling of $24,500 and an expectation of about two awards. The posting shows an open-ended closing date (2099-01-01), which is consistent with a standing annual program statement rather than a traditional fixed-deadline competition.Apply for OFOP0002825
- The U.S. Mission to Austria in the education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF)" 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 2026-05-20.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2099-01-01. (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 $24,500.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501 (c) (3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF)
What is the Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF)?
The Austrian-American Partnership Fund (AAPF) is a small-grants program run by the U.S. Mission to Austria as part of its Public Diplomacy programming. It is published as an Annual Program Statement (APS), meaning it outlines broad priorities and strategic themes that proposals should align with, rather than soliciting a single one-time project.
What is the main goal of AAPF funding?
The overall goal is to support innovative projects that strengthen collaboration, dialogue, and long-term cooperation between Austria and the United States. The program especially emphasizes bringing American perspectives to Austrian audiences and directly connecting Americans and Austrians through joint activities.
Is this a one-time funding opportunity or an ongoing program statement?
This opportunity is presented as an Annual Program Statement, which is designed to be an ongoing framework for proposals aligned to stated priorities, rather than a single, fixed, one-time project brief.
What are the priority areas AAPF is looking to fund?
AAPF seeks proposals aligned with four main priority areas: (1) improving Austrian public understanding of U.S. global foreign policy and U.S. economic priorities and interests (with an emphasis on youth audiences); (2) strengthening U.S.-Austria cooperation against shared transnational challenges (examples include terrorism, illegal migration, antisemitism, and drug trafficking); (3) cultural and historical programming that deepens understanding of the United States and the shared U.S.-Austrian story (including American arts, film, sports, and music, especially for youth audiences and with relevance to the U.S. 250th anniversary in 2026); and (4) highlighting American technological and scientific innovation and broader economic dynamism while creating practical opportunities for U.S.-Austria collaboration.
Does AAPF prioritize projects aimed at young people?
Yes. Youth audiences are repeatedly emphasized, particularly for projects that improve public understanding of U.S. policy and economic priorities and for cultural and historical programming tied to American arts and the shared U.S.-Austrian story.
What kinds of topics are included under "shared transnational challenges"?
The opportunity description provides examples that include terrorism, illegal migration, antisemitism, and drug trafficking as shared transnational challenges where U.S.-Austria cooperation can be strengthened through funded activities.
Are cultural programs eligible, and what kinds of cultural activities are mentioned?
Yes. AAPF encourages cultural and historical programming that deepens understanding of the United States and the shared U.S.-Austrian story. Examples mentioned include celebrations of American arts, film, sports, and music, with a preference for relevance to youth audiences.
How does the U.S. 250th anniversary in 2026 factor into proposal priorities?
The priorities explicitly note a particular relevance to the United States 250th anniversary in 2026 for cultural and historical programming, suggesting that projects connected to this milestone may fit well within the program's themes.
Are technology and science projects eligible under AAPF?
Yes. One of the four priority areas is to spotlight American technological and scientific innovation and broader U.S. economic dynamism, while creating practical opportunities for U.S.-Austria collaboration in these areas.
Is AAPF focused on connecting Austrian and American participants directly?
Yes. A core aim is to directly connect Americans and Austrians through joint activities and to strengthen collaboration and long-term cooperation between the two countries.
When can applications be submitted?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning proposals may be submitted at any time rather than by a single fixed deadline.
Why does the posting show a closing date far in the future (2099-01-01)?
The open-ended closing date is consistent with a standing Annual Program Statement approach rather than a traditional competition with a hard deadline. It signals that proposals are accepted on a rolling basis within the program framework.
How long does it take to receive a decision after submitting a proposal?
The review and selection process is not immediate. Applicants are advised to plan for a decision timeline of roughly two to three months after submission.
Are awards guaranteed if an application is submitted?
No. Awards are dependent on the availability of Public Diplomacy funds for U.S. Fiscal Year 2026, and the program anticipates a limited number of awards.
What is the maximum award amount under AAPF?
The award ceiling is $24,500.
How many awards does AAPF expect to make?
The opportunity description indicates an expectation of about two awards.
What types of applicants are eligible to apply?
Eligibility is intentionally broad and includes Austria-based, Europe-based, and U.S.-based applicants, as long as they can demonstrate a proven track record of delivering similar programs. Eligible applicant types include not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations), public and private educational institutions, and individuals.
Can U.S.-based nonprofit organizations apply, including 501(c)(3) organizations?
Yes. The source listing notes nonprofit eligibility in the U.S. context, including organizations with 501(c)(3) status, reflecting the grant administration framework described for the opportunity.
Do applicants need a track record to be eligible?
Yes. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a proven track record of delivering similar programs.
Does AAPF prioritize projects with sustainability plans?
Yes. Proposals that show long-term sustainability are stated to receive priority in assessment. Examples of sustainability include durable partnerships, repeatable program models, or clear plans for continuation beyond the grant period.
Who administers the AAPF program?
The program is administered by the U.S. Mission to Austria.
How is this opportunity categorized in government grant terms?
The opportunity is categorized as a discretionary grant in the education activity area, listed under CFDA 19.040.
What funding year does this opportunity relate to?
Awards depend on the availability of Public Diplomacy funds for U.S. Fiscal Year 2026.
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