Opportunity Information: Apply for PAS JOR FY26 003
The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Amman, is offering a discretionary grant opportunity to create and run "Qissati ma3 America," a digital storytelling campaign focused on Jordanian alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. The central idea is to collect and publicly share firsthand, personal accounts from Jordanians who have studied, trained, or participated in professional and cultural exchanges in the United States. Jordan has a large and diverse alumni community that includes professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, educators, athletes, and artists, but their experiences and perspectives are not widely visible to the broader Jordanian public. This project aims to close that visibility gap by turning alumni experiences into accessible public content that can help Jordanian audiences better understand American society through real stories rather than abstract descriptions.
The selected recipient will be responsible for producing a curated set of at least 50 multimedia stories, with a strong emphasis on video-based storytelling, that highlight different aspects of life in the United States as seen through Jordanian participants. The content is expected to touch on a range of themes that resonate with general audiences, such as classrooms and education, university campuses, technology and innovation culture, sports, and creative industries. In addition to production, the project includes building or maintaining a public-facing digital hub where these stories will be archived so they remain accessible beyond short-term social media cycles. The campaign is also expected to include a clear amplification plan that leverages social media, alumni networks, and traditional media outlets to broaden reach and increase public engagement across Jordan.
This award will be made as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. Embassy will likely remain actively involved in the project through coordination, guidance, or approvals at key stages rather than simply providing funds and stepping back. The opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number PAS JOR FY26 003 and CFDA (Assistance Listing) 19.040. The program expects to make one award, with a maximum funding level (award ceiling) of $300,000. The application deadline is August 31, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 22, 2026.
Eligibility is open to qualified organizations in both the United States and Jordan. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations) and public or private educational institutions. The source listing also notes eligibility for U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education. Applications must be submitted by email only to AmmanGrants@state.gov, and submissions through Grants.gov will not be accepted, so applicants need to plan their submission process accordingly.Apply for PAS JOR FY26 003
- The U.S. Mission to Jordan in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Qissati ma3 America" 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 2026-07-22.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-08-31. (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 $300,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 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, Private institutions of higher education.
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What is the "Qissati ma3 America" grant opportunity?
"Qissati ma3 America" is a discretionary grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy in Amman to create and run a digital storytelling campaign focused on Jordanian alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs.
What is the main goal of the project?
The project aims to collect and publicly share firsthand, personal accounts from Jordanians who studied, trained, or participated in professional and cultural exchanges in the United States. The goal is to make alumni experiences more visible and accessible to the broader Jordanian public, helping audiences understand American society through real stories rather than abstract descriptions.
Who are the stories supposed to feature?
The stories are intended to feature Jordanian alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs, including a wide range of backgrounds such as professionals, policymakers, entrepreneurs, educators, athletes, and artists.
What types of content are required under this project?
The selected recipient must produce a curated set of at least 50 multimedia stories, with a strong emphasis on video-based storytelling.
Is there a minimum number of stories that must be produced?
Yes. The project requires at least 50 multimedia stories.
What themes should the stories cover?
The content is expected to highlight different aspects of life in the United States as seen through Jordanian participants. Themes mentioned include classrooms and education, university campuses, technology and innovation culture, sports, and creative industries.
Is video required, or can stories be in other formats?
The opportunity calls for multimedia stories with a strong emphasis on video-based storytelling, indicating video is a major expected format while still allowing for multimedia approaches.
What is meant by a "digital storytelling campaign" in this opportunity?
Based on the description, the campaign involves collecting personal alumni accounts, producing them as multimedia (especially video) stories, publishing them publicly, and amplifying them through distribution channels so they reach and engage audiences across Jordan.
Does the project include creating a website or platform for the stories?
Yes. The project includes building or maintaining a public-facing digital hub where the stories will be archived so they remain accessible beyond short-term social media cycles.
Why is a public-facing digital hub required?
The hub is intended to archive the stories so they remain accessible long-term, rather than disappearing as social media posts move out of view.
Is an amplification or distribution plan required?
Yes. The campaign is expected to include a clear amplification plan that leverages social media, alumni networks, and traditional media outlets to broaden reach and increase public engagement across Jordan.
What role does the U.S. Embassy play after the award is made?
The award will be made as a cooperative agreement, which typically means the U.S. Embassy will likely remain actively involved through coordination, guidance, or approvals at key stages rather than only providing funding.
What type of award instrument will be used?
This opportunity will be awarded as a cooperative agreement.
How many awards are expected to be made?
The program expects to make one award.
What is the maximum funding amount available?
The award ceiling (maximum funding level) is $300,000.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is PAS JOR FY26 003.
What is the CFDA/Assistance Listing number for this opportunity?
The CFDA (Assistance Listing) number provided is 19.040.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is August 31, 2026.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on July 22, 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is open to qualified organizations in both the United States and Jordan. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations (including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations) and public or private educational institutions.
Are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations eligible?
Yes. The listing notes eligibility for U.S.-based nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status.
Are universities and colleges eligible to apply?
Yes. Both public/state-controlled and private institutions of higher education are noted as eligible.
Can an organization outside Jordan apply?
Yes. The opportunity states that qualified organizations in both the United States and Jordan are eligible.
How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted by email only to AmmanGrants@state.gov.
Can applications be submitted through Grants.gov?
No. Submissions through Grants.gov will not be accepted.
What email address should applications be sent to?
Applications must be emailed to AmmanGrants@state.gov.
What should applicants keep in mind about the submission process?
Applicants should plan for an email-only submission process, since Grants.gov submissions will not be accepted for this opportunity.
What makes this campaign different from general public diplomacy messaging?
The campaign is built around personal, firsthand alumni stories that present American society through lived experiences, rather than relying on abstract descriptions or generalized portrayals.
What audience is the campaign intended to reach?
The project is designed to reach broader Jordanian public audiences by making alumni experiences more visible and by amplifying content through social media, alumni networks, and traditional media outlets across Jordan.
What is the expected end result of the project?
The expected results include a curated set of at least 50 multimedia stories (especially videos), a public digital hub that archives and preserves the content, and an amplification approach that broadens reach and encourages public engagement in Jordan.
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