GSA: Annual Program Statement for U.S. Art Biennales Presentation
Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has issued an Annual Program Statement for U.S. presentations at international art biennales. The program aims to advance international understanding of American values through art and foster global dialogue. Non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status are eligible to apply.
What changed
The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has released an Annual Program Statement (APS) detailing opportunities for U.S. non-profit organizations to present American art at international biennales. The program, identified under Assistance Listings 19.415, seeks to promote American values and foster international dialogue through cultural exchange. The APS outlines eligibility criteria, focusing on non-profit organizations with 501(c)(3) status, and provides contact information for inquiries.
Eligible non-profit organizations should review the provided documentation, including budget and timeline templates, and proposal submission instructions. While the document lists an award maximum of $375,000, the closing date for applications is listed as January 1, 2099, indicating a long-term funding opportunity. Interested parties should consult Grants.gov for application procedures and updates. No specific compliance deadline is provided beyond the distant closing date.
What to do next
- Review the Annual Program Statement and associated templates for eligibility and application requirements.
- Consult Grants.gov for detailed application procedures and submission guidelines.
- Prepare and submit grant proposals according to the instructions provided.
Source document (simplified)
Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales
Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Assistance Listings: 19.415 -- Professional and Cultural Exchange Programs - Citizen Exchanges
Last Updated: March 19, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov
Description
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Cultural Programs Division (ECA/PE/C/CU) seeks to advance international understanding of American values by exposing foreign audiences to innovative and compelling works of art that reflect promote American values and foster international dialogue on shared global challenges.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Rain Ban BianRC@state.gov and Jill Staggs staggsjj@state.gov
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Documents
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| File name | Description | Last updated |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Budget_Template.xlsx | Budget Template | Mar 19, 2026 07:34 PM UTC |
| BiennaleArtAPSREVISED7.28.25.docx | Art Biennale Annual Program Statement | Mar 19, 2026 07:32 PM UTC |
| Timeline_Template.xlsx | Timeline Template | Mar 19, 2026 07:33 PM UTC |
| MonitoringIndicatorTracker_Template.xlsx | Monitoring Indicator Template | Mar 19, 2026 07:33 PM UTC |
| 2025ProposalSubmission_Instructions.docx | PSI | Mar 19, 2026 07:33 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
Link to Opportunity in MyGrants
Closing: January 1, 2099
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Application process
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Award
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Program Funding
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Expected awards
$375,000
Award Minimum
$375,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
DFOP0017204
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Yes Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Arts
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
March 19, 2026
Archive date:
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