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U.S. Embassy Rangoon AEIF 2026 Grants Competition
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Myanmar)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 3, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This funding opportunity supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in developing impactful projects that benefit communities in Burma and promote American values and interests.

International Development
Individuals
Waste Reduction & Innovation Grant
$50,000
Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy (R&E)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 19, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible schools, businesses, and nonprofits in Ramsey and Washington counties, Minnesota, for projects that significantly reduce solid waste through innovative practices and improvements.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 U.S. Leadership in Education, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital Skills (U.S. LEADS) Program
$2,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 18, 2026

Date Added

Mar 16, 2026

This program provides funding for U.S. nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions to facilitate international exchanges that strengthen workforce development in advanced manufacturing and digital skills for foreign leaders and policymakers.

International Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Business and Workforce Development Grants
$3,000,000
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
State

Application Deadline

May 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 26, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and businesses in California focused on sustainable forest management and workforce training to boost the state's forest-sector economy and enhance climate resilience.

Workforce Development
State governments
EDA FY25 Disaster Supplemental
$50,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to communities affected by recent natural disasters to help them recover and build resilience through various projects, including infrastructure improvements and economic development initiatives.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
State governments
Small Business Development Centers
$525,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in underserved areas of Illinois, helping them access resources, improve operations, and foster growth and innovation.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Ngawang Choephel Fellows Program
$750,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based organizations to facilitate a leadership and professional exchange program for emerging Tibetan leaders from China, India, Nepal, and Bhutan, fostering economic prosperity and cultural connections.

International Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
2026 VAU PDS Annual Program Statement
$200,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Venezuela)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 26, 2026

This funding opportunity supports non-profit and governmental educational institutions or registered NGOs to develop projects that strengthen economic, educational, and cultural ties between Venezuela and the United States, focusing on energy, mining, technology, and higher education collaboration.

International Development
Nonprofits
CHIPS Research and Development Office (CRDO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Commerce (National Institute of Standards and Technology)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2029

Date Added

Sep 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports U.S. organizations in advancing research and commercialization of microelectronics and related technologies to strengthen domestic innovation and supply chains.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
FY 2026 Global Undergraduate Exchange Program
$4,800,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides support for a U.S.-based organization to facilitate a cultural and academic exchange program for approximately 160 international undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds, enabling them to study in the United States and gain skills in high-priority fields.

International Development
Nonprofits
Federal Grant Support Program
$2,000,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic opportunity
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 17, 2024

This program provides matching grants to Illinois-based organizations, including local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, to enhance their competitiveness for federal funding in projects that support economic development and clean energy initiatives.

Business and Commerce
City or township governments
FY 2025 EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to distressed communities across the U.S. for infrastructure projects and economic development initiatives that create jobs and enhance local resilience.

Community Development
State governments
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
$700,000
Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 17, 2026

Date Added

Jan 6, 2026

This program provides funding to various stakeholders in Colorado's agricultural sector, including producer groups, nonprofits, and academic institutions, to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
FY 2026 Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Professional Fellowship
$4,467,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 20, 2026

Date Added

Feb 20, 2026

This grant provides funding for U.S.-based organizations to facilitate professional exchange programs for emerging leaders from Southeast Asia, focusing on key areas such as economic prosperity, energy, liberty, and security.

International Development
Nonprofits
2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF)
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Rwanda)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to implement collaborative projects that strengthen ties between the United States and Rwanda in areas like education, health, technology, and commerce.

International Development
Individuals
Coordinating Agricultural Development & Innovation (CADI) Uzbekistan Exchanges: Promotion of U.S. Distilled Spirits
$115,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Foreign Agricultural Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 14, 2026

Date Added

Mar 17, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S. colleges and universities to develop training programs that educate Uzbek professionals on U.S. distilled spirits, fostering trade and industry connections.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026)
$35,000
U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Bulgaria)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative projects by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Bulgaria, aimed at strengthening ties between alumni and the U.S. government while promoting American values and innovation.

International Development
Individuals
NC IDEA ENGAGE Grant Program
$5,000
NC IDEA
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to individuals and organizations in North Carolina to create and support diverse entrepreneurial programs and events that foster community engagement and collaboration.

Business and Commerce
Nonprofits
FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program
$700,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Date Added

Mar 27, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based organizations to facilitate mentorship and training for international music industry professionals, enhancing their collaboration with American counterparts and promoting cultural exchange.

Arts
Nonprofits
FY 2026 American Film Showcase
$1,540,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 4, 2026

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and academic institutions to promote American film and media through international cultural exchanges and professional development programs.

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education