Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia

Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs

Administered by Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, this community grant invites applications from eligible applicants, with applications due Sep 2, 2026. It provides awards up to $1M–$1.5M.

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Deadline

Sep 2, 2026

Award amount

Up to $1M–$1.5M

Expected awards

Posted

Aug 4, 2026

Opportunity number

DFOP0019505

CFDA

19.600

Opportunity description

U.S. Embassy Tunis and the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs' Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) seek applications for the “Safeguarding U.S. Critical Minerals Supply Chains- Tunisia” program, a commercial diplomacy initiative to support transparent, private-sector-led investment in phosphate development, optimize downstream mineral processing to meet international standards, and strengthen trade and investment links between trusted partners and Tunisia, advancing Tunisia’s economic development and export capacity.

Who can apply

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

The following organizations are eligible to apply: • U.S. and U.S.-aligned for-profit companies and organizations, such as corporations and commercial firms • U.S. and U.S.-aligned not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions • Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions

Funding

Award floor

$1M

Award ceiling

$1.5M

Agency contact

Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs

NEA-Grants@state.gov

Where to apply

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