Championing the changemakers
We've awarded more than $100 million in grants to advocates, artists, scholars and students, to bolster and project U.S.-Japan ties, making a meaningful difference in each country.
$100 Million
Connecting next-generation leaders
A vibrant, 500+ person network of rising stars in everything from politics and academia to sports and entertainment, The US-Japan Leadership Program creates a lifelong support system for American and Japanese members to inspire and challenge each other throughout every stage of their careers.
500+ Person
an independent, endowed, charitable organization working to strengthen bilateral ties and confront shared challenges.
Winter Grant Application Cycle Now Open
We've moved from an annual grant cycle to quarterly cycles. The winter window is now open, with a March 28 deadline. The full 2025 timeline, guidelines, and application process can be found from the button below. A list of current grantees can be found here.
Latest Updates
Big League Giving, Local Impact: USJF and the Dodgers Invest in Japan’s Future with Targeted Philanthropy
April 10, 2025
USJF to Co-Host Stanford Symposium on U.S.-Japan Relations Amid Global Uncertainty
April 7, 2025
Jeffery Yabuki Appointed to USJF Board: Executive, Philanthropist, and Educator Joins Distinguished Global Foundation
April 4, 2025
