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Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Exchange Programs is a grant from the U.S. Department of State that funds international educational and cultural exchange initiatives strengthening mutual understanding between the United States and other countries.
The bureau supports a wide range of exchange programs for students, scholars, artists, professionals, and cultural leaders, including flagship programs like the Fulbright Program, Humphrey Fellows, and many others. Programs are designed to foster long-term people-to-people connections and advance U.S. foreign policy goals through education and culture.
Eligible applicants include nonprofits, universities, and other organizations with the capacity to manage international exchange activities.
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Grant Opportunities ## ECA Grant Opportunities The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) offers a variety of grant opportunities aimed at fostering mutual understanding and promoting American diplomacy. These grants support a wide range of programs, including educational exchanges, cultural programs, and professional development initiatives.
## Explore Current ECA Grant Opportunities CCAP will examine the key tenets of community college administration and cutting-edge programs at U.S. community colleges that address local educational and labor market needs. The program fosters a global network between and among U.S. and foreign administrators in vocational-technical education, building connections to support U.S. competitiveness.
CCAP introduces foreign higher education leaders to the key tenets of U.S. community college administration and innovative approaches to addressing labor market demands. Participants apply these practices in their home countries, expanding American influence and supporting U.S. competitiveness in critical fields with priority economic partners. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www.
state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FY26-CCAP-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www.
state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
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state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
03. 2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, through its Office of Citizen Exchanges, invites proposals to design and implement the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Professional Fellowship.
The program advances U.S. strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific by developing a network of emerging leaders from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member states who share America’s founding principles of liberty, opportunity, and self-reliance. By promoting free enterprise, open markets, and innovation, the program fosters shared prosperity and supports a secure, free, and open Indo-Pacific.
Through professional fellowships and reciprocal exchanges, YSEALI PFP advances U.S. leadership by strengthening commercial ties, promoting regional stability, and supporting peace and security across the Indo-Pacific. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/FY26-YSEALI-PF-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The English Language (EL) Fellow, Specialist, and Virtual Educator Program (ELFSVEP) places top-tier American experts in the field of English teaching in strategic projects at key institutions to advance U.S. interests in strategic countries.
The program sends highly qualified experts on approximately ten-month Fellow exchanges, short-term (two weeks or more) Specialist assignments, or three-week to six-month Virtual Educator assignments at educational institutions in all world regions. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-ELFSVEP-NOFO-1. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The English Access Scholarship Program (Access) leverages American English to build English language capacity with strategic audiences through in-person programming and exchanges in the United States. The program promotes economic self-reliance which strengthens American national security and economic prosperity.
Access showcases U.S. educational excellence, demonstrates U.S. educational technology, and promotes opportunities for American business partnerships. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-Access-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The JCSVEI advances U.S. foreign policy priorities by championing American scientific excellence, technological leadership, and innovation, while promoting core U.S. principles—freedom of speech, individual liberty, and the rule of law—as foundations of peace and prosperity.
The program achieves these goals through American-led virtual exchanges that connects young leaders in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) with peers across the United States. Through interactive digital programming, participants will explore U.S. global leadership in science,technology,business,and civic life,while demonstrating how American freedom of speech, rule of law, and individual liberty underpin prosperity and opportunity.
They will collaborate virtually with peers overseas to develop digital storytelling projects, podcasts,vlogs,and other media that illustrate the strength of American communities and the nation’s commitment to open exchange,innovation,and collaboration.
The initiative will also challenge participants to apply American ingenuity to practical solutions that promote economic opportunity, job creation, and digital connectivity—contributing to shared prosperity and regional stability.
By reinforcing the spirit of the Abraham Accords and advancing U.S. engagement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, the program will strengthen ties between the United States and key partners in the Middle East while advancing America’s vision of a secure, prosperous, and interconnected region. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-NOFO-JCSVEI. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The NSLI-Y program is designed to increase the number of young Americans with linguistic and cultural skills necessary to advance American interests on the global stage.
Launched in 2006 to address the deficit of speakers of critical languages in the United States, NSLI-Y creates a pipeline of American youth with linguistic and professional skills needed for a wide variety of careers that directly strengthen U.S. national security and economic competitiveness.
NSLI-Y in-person overseas immersive programs and virtual programs accelerate and advance participants’ language skills through structured classroom language instruction as well as less formal interactive and applied learning opportunities. Virtual NSLI-Y is a 10-week virtual program for U.S. high school students who are at the absolute beginner level and have not studied the target language before.
It provides students with an introduction to the target language and culture with the goal of sparking an interest in critical languages and regions and inspiring students to continue their studies both domestically and abroad. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NSLI-Y-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms Launched in 1997, the Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program is a two-way economic exchange program designed to enhance leadership and professional skills and build lasting partnerships between emerging entrepreneurs from Tibetan communities in China, India, Nepal and Bhutan, and the United States.
The defining element of the program is a minimum four-week U.S.-based exchange which will provide Fellows with opportunities to discuss and share best practices for initiating and supporting business and/or community initiatives. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-NGAWANG-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms LLOD was developed to strengthen existing public diplomacy efforts for emerging leaders and mid-level professionals and to help the Department of State quickly respond to new foreign policy priorities. LLOD exchanges allow for a rapid response, flexible project design that seeks to build self-sustaining global, regional, and country-based networks of practitioners.
Each LLOD project will address different topics, but all should build participants’ capacity to address key challenges in their home communities by highlighting U.S. leadership and expertise in the given subject matter. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-LLOD-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The McCain SUSI is an intensive academic exchange program that provides a group of approximately 20 foreign undergraduate students and recent graduates who are pursuing careers in the military and law enforcement with a deeper understanding of American leadership and how it has shaped global stability and security.
The goal is to deliver quality U.S. studies content and build productive relationships with emerging leaders in defense and law enforcement entities around the world. The program will provide participants with an appreciation of the country’s founding principles and democratic values. The McCain SUSI should celebrate American achievements and innovations through academic sessions, coursework, and site visits.
* [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-McCain-SUSI_NOFO.
pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Budget Guidelines[258 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-McCain-SUSI_Budget-Template.
pdf) (PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2.
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pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms Study of the U.S. Institutes for Scholars (SUSIs for Scholars) is an intensive academic program that provides foreign university faculty and other professionals the opportunity to deepen their understanding of U.S. society, technological advancements, and institutions, broadly defined.
The program goal is to provide influential scholars and experts with content and resources that enhance teaching and research about the United States in other countries. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-SUSI-Scholars_NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Budget Guidelines[247 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SUSI-FY-26-Scholars_Budget-Template. pdf) (PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-SUSI-Scholars_POGI. pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. docx) (PMP) (DOCX) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [626 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The YSEALI AFP is the premier public diplomacy program for rising leaders in Southeast Asia. The program supports U.S. foreign policy goals through academic exchanges that advance U.S. partnerships in the region and highlight American excellence.
YSEALI AFP is targeted at undergraduate students and recent graduates in Southeast Asia and includes an intensive academic residency and an integrated academic field experience. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-YSEALI-AFP_NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-YSEALI-AFP_POGI. pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program was established in 1978 to advance U.S. foreign policy goals through the exchange of influential mid-career professionals representing over 100 eligible countries from all world regions.
Humphrey Fellows and alumni develop expertise in fields critical to U.S. foreign policy and gain direct experience with American institutions, standards, and perspectives. They use this knowledge to shape national policy, promote stability, and foster long-term cooperation with the United States.
Through targeted recruitment and professional development, the program advances Mission priorities and builds a global network of U.S.-trained leaders who serve as strong allies in furthering U.S. interests abroad. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2027-Humphrey-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms U.S. LEADS advances U.S. foreign policy and national interests by strengthening international partnerships with countries strategically important to U.S. industry and supply chains. This Freedom 250 initiative will showcase U.S. innovation and the unique role of community colleges in preparing the 21st-century workforce.
The program will share U.S. best practices with key international policymakers focused on vocational-technical education, paving the way for future U.S. trade and investment. The program will also facilitate partnerships that advantage U.S. companies and enhance global competitiveness while building networks between U.S. community colleges, international educational institutions, and industry partners.
* [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-NOFO_U.
S. -LEADS. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www.
state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
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state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
03. 2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The U.S. Speaker Program is a nimble, rapid response public diplomacy tool that for more than 40 years has built lasting relationships between U.S. citizen experts and foreign decision-makers and other professional interlocutors that serve Administration priorities and the American people.
Programs will focus on America First priorities such as energy security, critical minerals, commercial diplomacy, freedom of expression, digital freedom, and AI. The program recruits experienced American experts from across the United States for in-person and/or virtual exchanges that advance America First priorities.
Through the program, American professionals establish and sustain linkages with key foreign audiences and institutions, which directly contribute to economic opportunities for Americans.
The program works with U.S. embassies and consulates to produce impactful in-person programs ranging from three days to three weeks in length; and virtual programs, which can take place on a single date and time and/or may be part of a continuing series. Programmatic formats include lectures, workshops, seminars, and training series. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www.
state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/NOFO-FY26-America-First-U.S.-Speaker-Program. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www.
state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
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03. 2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms itle: FY 2026 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) FY 2025 Community College Initiative (CCI) Program advances America’s security and prosperity by addressing global challenges that result in economic instability.
The program equips foreign students, many from regions vulnerable to radicalization or illegal immigration, with technical skills and U.S. networks in fields that are of strategic importance to the United States. With improved technical, professional, and entrepreneurial skills, the participants return home to join a global network of over 3,900 CCI alumni from 30 countries.
Participants are required to complete a minimum two-year residency in the home country. These emerging leaders contribute to economic growth and stability, integrating a U.S. perspective into critical industries in strategic countries. Program content, duration of study, and participating countries will align with U.S. foreign policy priorities and emerging global workforce demands.
* [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-YES-NOFO.
pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-YES-POGI.
pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2.
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pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The YALI Fellowship is the flagship program of the broader Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), which also includes the online YALI Network platform. The objective of the Fellowship is to promote a better understanding of American society, history, and culture and engagement with American innovators, educators, and institutions for emerging African thought leaders.
The Fellowship also builds and maintains a prestigious network of influential professionals in critical sectors in Sub-Saharan Africa. Through structured networking with Americans, Fellows develop a lasting connection to America and affinity for the American people. The Fellowship directly supports U.S. foreign policy goals for Sub-Saharan Africa, including strengthening U.S.-Africa relations in trade, education, and diplomacy.
The Fellowship provides accomplished African innovators and professionals with six-weeks of rigorous academic and practical coursework at U.S. colleges and universities, an opportunity for approximately 50 Fellows to engage in the PDEs, and follow-on alumni programming. The Reciprocal Exchange component provides opportunities for U.S. citizens to travel to Sub-Saharan Africa for project-based engagement.
* [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-26-YALI-Fellowship-NOFO.
pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-26-YALI-Fellowship-POGI.
pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2.
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pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms Sports Diplomacy On Demand (SD On Demand) is a new, flexible program that will allow the Department of State to quickly respond to Administration’s foreign policy priorities in sports. SD On Demand projects are designed for rapid implementation, enabling swift responses to emerging policies, geopolitical opportunities, and pressing foreign policy needs.
The SD On Demand Program will advance U.S. foreign policy through sports-focused programs that leverage the Decade of Sport in America, solidifying the FIFA World Cup 2026 legacy, building momentum toward the 2028 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, and beyond. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-SD-On-Demand-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The Sports Envoy Program sends current and former American professional athletes and coaches overseas on weeklong programs to promote cross-cultural understanding, engage key communities that are often difficult to reach through traditional approaches, and showcase American excellence and leadership through sport.
Sports Envoys lead youth clinics and team building activities, conduct community outreach and media engagements, foster dialogue with government leaders, and meet with other U.S. embassy contacts to advance U.S. foreign policy and America First priorities. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-Sports-Envoy-Program-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-Sports-Envoy-Program-POGI. pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The Sports Visitor Program brings together American and international youth and adult coaches/chaperones for thematic, sports-based exchanges. The target audience for this program is American and international youth(ages 15-23)and their adult coaches/chaperones.
The program is not intended for elite or professional athletes. Through both U.S.-based and international exchanges, participants develop leadership skills, build lasting bilateral relationships, and explore the positive impact of U.S. laws– such as Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA)– on sports and society.
The program focuses on peer-to-peer engagement, cultural exchange, and helping youth become role models and community leaders. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-Sports-Visitor-Program-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-Sports-Visitor-Program-POGI. pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. docx) (PMP) (DOCX) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [626 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The American Music Mentorship Program (AMMP) advances U.S. strategic interests by showcasing American creativity and strengthening the global competitiveness of U.S. music professionals.
Through peer-to-peer mentorship, the program equips mid-career international music professionals with technical and business skills while promoting U.S. industry standards and values.
AMMP uses cultural exchange as a form of commercial diplomacy—expanding access to foreign markets for U.S. creative sectors, fostering partnerships that benefit American professionals, and reinforcing the United States as a premier destination for cultural investment and innovation.
By drawing international attention to the U.S. music industry, the program strengthens the global presence of American music enterprises and affirms U.S. leadership in music strategy and cultural innovation. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-AMMP-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. docx) (PMP) (DOCX) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [626 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms USSP was established by the United States Congress to provide opportunities for U.S. undergraduate and graduate degree students from South Pacific nations to study in fields important for the region’s future development.
Public Law 103-236 authorized academic scholarships to qualified students from the sovereign island nations of the South Pacific region to pursue degree study at institutions of higher education in the United States.
Students from the following nations are eligible to apply for these scholarships: Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu. Fields of study are based on recommendations from U.S. Department of State EAP regional bureau representatives and Public Affairs Sections at U.S. embassies in the region.
Students selected for these scholarships enroll in undergraduate degree programs or in master’s degree programs. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY-2026-USSP-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
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gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The FY 2026 American Film Showcase (AFS) is a dynamic and adaptable initiative that combines and harnesses the power of cultural and commercial diplomacy to elevate American creativity as a driver of global influence and economic vitality.
By highlighting U.S. leadership in film, television, gaming, and media arts, AFS opens new markets for American creative industries, attracts foreign investment, and reinforces the nation’s reputation as a global center for innovation and storytelling.
U.S. embassies play a key collaborative role by identifying and submitting program ideas and nominating participants, allowing AFS to deliver tailored engagements, such as lectures, masterclasses, residencies, screenings, and workshops, led by top industry professionals.
This flexible model not only advances U.S. foreign policy but also strengthens American global business and creative competitiveness and cultural influence by forging connections between U.S. and international entertainment professionals, creating lasting commercial and professional opportunities for American creatives.
Finally, the FY 2026 AFS award will also include _Made in America: Creative Capital_, an expansion component designed to further amplify program impact.
This initiative will broaden activities by incorporating a commercial diplomacy focus, featuring activities such as business residencies, co-production labs, a Creative IP & Licensing Exchange, creative showcases, export-ready labs, global creative business accelerators, international fellowships, investment forums, and market access and distribution workshops.
These activities will help equip an estimated 40-50 U.S. creators to succeed in international markets and forge long-term commercial partnerships. By integrating cultural initiatives with commercial strategy, _Made in America: Creative Capital_ positions the United States as the premier destination for creative investment, fueling job creation, innovation, and sustained economic growth.
Together, these efforts ensure that American public diplomacy remains agile and effective, advancing national prosperity and global influence through the transformative power of creativity. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-AFS-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-AFS-POGI. pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. docx) (PMP) (DOCX) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [626 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms The Global UGRAD Program brings future leaders to the United States to deepen their understanding of the United States, experience U.S. higher education, improve their English language skills, and gain critical professional development skills.
The program builds a U.S. network of emerging international innovators and partners with a deep understanding of American excellence, innovation, and culture. By building long-term relationships with future leaders and influencers in critical regions across the globe, Global UGRAD creates a beneficial network of future leaders with an affinity for the United States who promote America as the preferred partner for future engagement.
* [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-Global-UGRAD-NOFO.
pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [Project Objectives, Goals, And Implementation[270 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-Global-UGRAD-POGI.
pdf)(POGI)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state. gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2.
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pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms YLAI advances U.S. economic interests and leadership by fostering business partnerships between emerging entrepreneurs from the Western Hemisphere and U.S. companies.
The program combines in-person and technology-driven engagement, an active alumni network, and ongoing collaboration with U.S. embassies to promote U.S. commercial priorities, create new opportunities for American companies in key markets, and increase public awareness of American business leadership.
YLAI directly supports U.S. national security and the Administration’s foreign policy objectives by strengthening commercial ties, expanding U.S. exports, and promoting American values of entrepreneurship, free enterprise, and innovation throughout the Western Hemisphere. * [Notice of Funding Opportunity [618 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FY26-YLAI-NOFO. pdf) (NOFO)(PDF) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [219 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. docx) (PMP) (DOCX) * [ECA Performance Monitoring Plan [626 KB]](https://www. state.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02. 03.
2025-4. pdf)(PMP) (PDF) * Instructions and Mandatory Application Forms Explore ECA Grant Opportunities on Grants. gov ## Why Apply for an ECA Grant?
* Promote Cultural Exchange: ECA grants support programs that promote cultural exchange and mutual understanding between the U.S. and other countries. * Educational Advancement: Many grants focus on educational initiatives, providing opportunities for academic growth and professional development. * Community Impact: ECA-funded programs often have a significant impact on local communities, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Applying for an ECA grant is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to get started: 1. Visit Grants.
gov: Access the latest ECA grant opportunities by visiting the Grants. gov website. 2.
Review Eligibility Criteria: Carefully review the eligibility criteria for each grant to ensure you meet the requirements. 3. Prepare Your Application: Follow the detailed instructions provided for each grant opportunity to prepare your application.
4. Submit Your Application: Submit your completed application through the Grants. gov portal by the specified deadline Explore ECA Grant Opportunities on Grants.
gov ## Communications Guidance If you are an ECA recipient organization or program office please read through the ECA Communications Guidance. All ECA recipient organizations that receive 51% or more of their funding from ECA to run a program/initiative are mandated to adhere to this guidance.
Communications Guidance (PDF) Summary of Recent Changes (PDF) Updated: 07/24/2018 Checklist: Communications Guidance (PDF) Updated: 07/24/2018 Department of State and ECA Branding Guidelines and Logos FacebookXInstagramYouTubeFlickrGovDelivery Functional- [x] Functional Always active Preferences- [x] Preferences Statistics- [x] Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofits, universities, and other organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Exchange Programs is funded by U.S. Department of State. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Promoting Technology for the Common Good and Democracy Fund is sponsored by U.S. Department of State. This funding opportunity supports proposals that promote technology for the common good. While the summary does not explicitly mention equity compensation, programs related to worker well-being, fair practices, and inclusive economic growth could potentially align.
AI Partnership & Exchange for Tech Leaders (APEX) is sponsored by U.S. Department of State. This program aims to expose participants to the U. S. ecosystem and enhance their understanding of U. S. AI governance, frameworks, and ethics. It also seeks to catalyze long-term local impact through AI capstone projects.