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U.S. Creative Tech Exchange (U.S.CTX) is sponsored by Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs. This international arts exchange program connects U.S. creative professionals and technologists with international peers working at the intersection of the arts and emerging technologies, including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR).
The program aims to position American technology as a key driver of American innovation, economic, and cultural influence in art and technology.
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Opportunity Listing - FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Assistance Listings: 19. 415 -- Professional and Cultural Exchange Programs - Citizen Exchanges Last Updated: May 13, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov The U.S. Creative Tech Exchange (U.S.CTX) is a new international arts exchange program that drives economic growth by connecting U.S. creative professionals and technologists with international peers working at the intersection of the arts and emerging technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI).
The goal is to position American technology as a key driver of American innovation, economic, and cultural influence in art and technology, For the purposes of this program, “arts” refers specifically to architecture, creative coding and gaming, fashion, graphic design, music and immersive art such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR); but excludes film and television.
U.S.CTX will support up to 30 participants through short-term, hands-on activities such as collaborative labs, fellowships, workshops, and public showcases. ECA will award one U.S.-based nonprofit or educational organization $1. 32 million to design and implement the program in close coordination with ECA and U.S. embassies.
Applicants should propose a concept that leverages their strengths and includes clear plans for recruitment, program delivery, and measurable outcomes in creative arts, economic impact, and public diplomacy. Please see the Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional information.
Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3) Private institutions of higher education Public and state institutions of higher education Please see full announcement. Grantor contact information File name Description Last updated FY26_U. S.
CTX_NOFO. pdf FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange NOFO May 7, 2026 04:26 PM UTC performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2. 3_02.
03. 2025-4. docx ECA Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) (DOCX) May 7, 2026 04:26 PM UTC performance_monitoring_plan_mode_2.
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pdf ECA Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) (PDF) Link to additional information Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Please see full announcement.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U.S.-based nonprofit or educational organizations. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $1,320,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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The United States Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ Office of International Visitors (ECA/PE/V) announces an open competition for up to four cooperative agreements to support the staff expenses and overhead costs of the FY 2026 International Visitor Leadership Program’s (IVLP) National Program Agencies (NPAs). Launched in 1940, the IVLP is the Department of State’s foundational professional exchange program. The IVLP advances U.S. national security priorities and builds long-term relationships between Americans and international leaders in government, business, academia, and other fields. Recipients design and implement customized short-term visits to the United States for current and emerging leaders from around the world. These visits support U.S. foreign policy goals and reflect the participants’ professional interests. Eligible recipients will have expertise in foreign policy, experience in professional exchange programming, and the ability to provide tailored projects for participants from all countries. Please see the full NOFO for additional information. Funding Opportunity Number: DFOP0017385. Assistance Listing: 19.402. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: $613K – $1.2M per award.
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