US-Japan Foundation Grants Program
Offered by United States-japan Foundation · Owings Mills, MD
About this opportunity
The US-Japan Foundation empowers organizations through a quarterly grants program to illuminate and confront shared challenges and seek ways the U.S. and Japan can work together to address problems in each country, the region, and around the world. Applicants submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) that expresses how their project will enhance US-Japan relations and understanding or address challenges facing both nations. Selected applicants are then invited to submit a full proposal for funding consideration.
How to apply
Applications are handled on the funder's own website. Review the full guidelines and apply here: us-jf.org/en/grants?hsLang=en. Confirm the deadline and eligibility directly with United States-japan Foundation before applying.
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- What is the deadline for US-Japan Foundation Grants Program?
- The application deadline is June 26, 2026. Deadlines can change — always confirm directly with United States-japan Foundation before applying.
- How much funding is available?
- The award amount is not specified by the funder.
- Where do I apply?
- Applications are submitted through United States-japan Foundation's own website or process — see the "How to apply" section above.