Activating the U.S.-Japan Partnership. Catalyzing Impact.

Grant-giving

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.

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Network-Building

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.

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The United States-Japan Foundation is
an independent, endowed, charitable organization working to strengthen bilateral ties and confront shared challenges.

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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.

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Latest Updates

From our offices in the U.S. and Japan, we work to amplify the voices of thought leaders around the globe. Read about our latest grants, projects, events, and more.

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LA Dodgers CEO Kasten joins USJF Board

Stan Kasten, President and CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball franchise, has joined the United States-Japan Foundation Board of Trustees.

January 10, 2025

Elbridge Colby (USJLP 2010-2011) Nominated as Under Secretary of Defense for Policy

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Elbridge A. Colby (USJLP 2010-2011) to serve as the Pentagon’s Under Secretary of Defense for Policy. Pending Senate approval, Colby will assume a pivotal role advising and supporting the defense secretary on ...

January 7, 2025

USJF Hiring for Japan Representative to Focus on Social Impact

The United States-Japan Foundation is hiring a new Tokyo-based Japan Representative to focus on strengthening ties between our organization and Japanese civil society. This person will help shape our new strategic direction of working more closely ...

December 10, 2024

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