How long in advance do we need to apply to be selected to host an Open World Program?

You can express interest in hosting an Open World Program at any time throughout the year. Our staff will do their best to match you with a program.

If you are interested in hosting an Open World Program with a specific theme, you should reach out to FFI staff before August of that calendar year. The Congressional Office of International Leadership typically releases the following year’s Grant Guidelines and Applications in August, closes the application window in September, and releases its grants for the next calendar year in October.

If you are interested in learning more about the Open World program and application process, please contact [email protected].