WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Niger, has launched the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026: Exchange Alumni Advancing Freedom250. This initiative aims to empower exchange program alumni to develop innovative projects that promote freedoms and democratic values in Niger. The AEIF 2026 is designed to support alumni efforts that foster community engagement and encourage civic participation. With award amounts ranging from $5,000 to $40, more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Education, through its Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), has announced a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing the capacity of private nonprofit organizations to support parents and families of individuals with disabilities. The Parent Information and Training Program, identified by Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 84.235F, has a total estimated funding of $300,000, with a single award ceiling set at $300,000. This comp more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security - FEMA has unveiled the Fiscal Year 2024 & 2025 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program, offering an estimated total funding of $1,000 million aimed at fortifying U.S. territories, the District of Columbia, and local governments against natural hazards. With an award ceiling of $150 million per applicant, the BRIC program seeks to modernize and upgrade critical infrastructure, shifting focus from re more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Defense, through the DoD Education Activity, has announced funding opportunities for military-connected local educational agencies aimed at enhancing world language education. The initiative, titled Grants to Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies for the World Language Advancement and Readiness Program, seeks to advance language acquisition among students in military communities. Local educational agencies that cater to military families ca more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy, through its Idaho Field Office, has announced the Fiscal Year 2026 University Nuclear Research Infrastructure Revitalization grant opportunity. This grant aims to bolster nuclear research capabilities at universities across the nation, aligning with the federal government's commitment to advancing education and innovation in nuclear sciences. With an award ceiling of up to $6 million, this initiative is designed to enhance and modernize the more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy, through its Golden Field Office, is offering grants aimed at promoting energy development within tribal communities. The initiative titled Unleashing Tribal Energy Development seeks to empower Native American tribes by providing funding that ranges from $250,000 to $7.5 million. This grant opportunity focuses on enhancing energy independence and harnessing the vast natural resources available to tribal lands. It is designed to support proj more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Education, through the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), has announced a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing communication access for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing and those who are DeafBlind. The grant, titled Training of Interpreters for Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Individuals Who Are DeafBlind, is part of the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) initiative, with an Assist more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the Geological Survey, has announced the availability of grants under the Educational Component of the National Cooperative Geologic Mapping Program (EDMAP). With an estimated total funding of $1.5 million, the program will support approximately 15 awards, each with a maximum ceiling of $180,000. EDMAP aims to cultivate the next generation of geologic mappers by funding projects initiated by graduate and upper-level undergradu more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through its Geological Survey, has unveiled a funding opportunity titled the Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Pacific Northwest Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. This initiative aims to enhance ecological research and conservation efforts across the Pacific Northwest by collaborating with partner organizations that focus on regional ecosystem studies. Available funding ranges from $1 to $180,000, providing fle more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through its Maritime Administration, has unveiled the FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity for Small Shipyard Grants. This initiative aims to enhance the competitiveness of small shipyards across the nation by providing financial support ranging from $1 to $1 million. The grant program is designed to assist shipyards that are integral to the maritime industry, addressing challenges such as modernization, environmental compliance,  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through the DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, has launched the FY 2026 Commercial Motor Vehicle High Priority Enforcement Training and Support Grant Program (HP-ETS). This initiative aims to enhance the safety and enforcement of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) across the nation by providing essential training and resources. With a total funding estimate of $5 million, the HP-ETS program will award up to three grants, more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation, through its Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin, has unveiled the Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization (NGDISM) Grant Program, aimed at advancing the safety and reliability of natural gas distribution systems across the nation. This initiative is designed to support critical investments in infrastructure that ensure the safe transmission of natural gas while modernizing aging pipelines. With ava more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, has launched the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part B States/Territories Supplemental Grant Program aimed at enhancing access to care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS. The program provides financial support ranging from $500,000 to $9 million to facilitate the delivery of medical and support services that help maintain health outcomes and improve quality of life f more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at boosting HIV care delivery. With an award ceiling of $1.5 million, the initiative, titled Supporting Interventions with Technical Assistance, is designed to fund one organization to implement and evaluate tailored technical assistance (TA) for Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program (RWHAP) recipients. This strategic funding aims to a more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at establishing a Coordinating Center for the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Consortium. This initiative focuses on advancing research and collaboration in the fight against SCLC, a challenging form of lung cancer known for its aggressive nature and poor prognosis. The grant, titled Single Source: Coordinating Center (CC) for the Small Cell  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has unveiled the Comprehensive Housing Counseling (CHC) and Housing Counseling Training (HCT) Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Fiscal Year 2025. This initiative aims to enhance access to housing-related resources by supporting organizations that provide vital counseling services to communities across the nation. With an award range of $1 million to $3 million, the CHC and HCT funding program encourages eligible more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. National Science Foundation has announced the launch of the Fostering Interdisciplinary Networks to Develop Emergent and Responsive Solutions (FINDS) initiative, aimed at encouraging collaborative efforts across various scientific disciplines. This program seeks to stimulate innovative solutions to pressing societal challenges by funding projects that integrate expertise from diverse fields. Through the FINDS initiative, the U.S. National Science Foundation aims more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. National Science Foundation has announced the TechAccess: AI-Ready America grant opportunity, aimed at enhancing education and accessibility in artificial intelligence for K-12 institutions. With awards ranging from $3 million to $4 million, this initiative seeks to equip schools with the necessary resources to foster innovation and prepare students for a rapidly evolving technological landscape. TechAccess is designed to promote collaborative efforts among educ more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Pakistan, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing workforce integration in areas affected by conflict. Organizations focused on developing sustainable employment pathways will have the chance to apply for funding ranging from $200,000 to $300,000. This initiative seeks to foster social stability and economic growth by providing targeted support for communities grappling with the challenges of conflict more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced a grant opportunity for the FY 2026 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders (YALI Fellowship). This initiative aims to empower and support emerging leaders from across Africa by providing them with opportunities for professional development, networking, and community engagement. The fellowship is designed to enhance the skills of young leaders aged 25 to 35 more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced a funding opportunity for the FY 2026 Sports Diplomacy On Demand Program. This initiative aims to leverage sports as a tool for fostering international dialogue and understanding, engaging youth and communities worldwide in positive ways. With a total award available of up to $2 million, the program seeks proposals that promote U.S. foreign policy goals and enhance mutual  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced a grant opportunity for the Fiscal Year 2026 Sports Envoy Program. This initiative aims to promote mutual understanding and strengthen ties between the United States and other nations through the power of sports. With an award range of $2.6 million, the program is designed to use sports as a means of fostering cultural exchange. It seeks to engage athletes, coaches, and s more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced the FY 2026 Global Undergraduate Exchange Program, aiming to foster mutual understanding and cultural exchange among students from diverse backgrounds. The grant opportunity offers an award range of $4.8 million to support this initiative. Designed to promote educational opportunities, the Global Undergraduate Exchange Program aims to provide aspiring leaders from various  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced the launch of the FY 2026 U.S. South Pacific Scholarship Program. This initiative aims to support educational opportunities for students from Pacific Island nations, enhancing their academic experiences and fostering cross-cultural understanding. The scholarship program offers funding awards totaling $925,000 to promote higher education in the region, particularly focusing more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced a grant opportunity totaling $7.9 million for the Fiscal Year 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI). This funding aims to empower emerging leaders from across Latin America and the Caribbean by enhancing their capabilities, promoting entrepreneurship, and fostering sustainable development. The YLAI program is designed to provide young professionals with the  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Cote d Ivoire, has announced the launch of the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund, a grant opportunity aimed at empowering local communities through innovative projects. The fund is designed to support initiatives that leverage the talents and experiences of alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. Eligible projects can seek funding ranging from $5,000 to $35,000, providing a platform for alumni to  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at supporting the return and rehabilitation of forcibly transferred Ukrainian children. With an award range of $20 million to $25 million, the funding is intended to address the urgent needs of children who have faced displacement due to ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This initiative seeks to facilitate comprehensive rehabilitation programs that focus  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Senegal, has announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026, aimed at fostering community engagement and development through innovative projects proposed by alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. This initiative seeks to strengthen ties and promote collaborative efforts among diverse alumni networks. With funding opportunities ranging from $5,000 to $35,000, the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced a grant opportunity for the FY 2026 American Music Mentorship Program. This initiative aims to support emerging musicians by providing them with mentorship and resources necessary to enhance their artistic development and music industry skills. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other creative entities devoted to expanding op more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Rwanda, has launched the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), aimed at empowering alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to design and implement social projects in their communities. This initiative reflects a commitment to fostering collaboration and innovative solutions that address pressing local challenges. Grants ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 will be available for alumni to support i more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Venezuela, has announced the availability of funding under the 2026 VAU PDS Annual Program Statement. This initiative aims to support projects that promote development, education, and cultural exchange in Venezuela. Organizations eligible for funding can apply for grants ranging from $25,000 to $200,000. The program encourages innovative proposals that address pressing community needs and foster sustainable soluti more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced the FY 2026 America First U.S. Speaker Program, offering an awarded amount of $2.7 million. This initiative aims to enhance U.S. engagement and promote the values of democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity globally. The America First U.S. Speaker Program is designed to facilitate outreach and dialogue through American speakers who will engage diverse audiences, i more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced the availability of a grant opportunity for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Sports Visitor Program. This initiative aims to promote mutual understanding between citizens of the United States and those of other countries by facilitating the exchange of sports-related experiences. With a total award of $4 million, the Sports Visitor Program invites applicants to develop and implem more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement, has announced a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the Lebanese judicial system. The initiative, titled Accelerating Prosecution of Criminals and Terrorists in Lebanon by Digitizing Paper Criminal Court Files, seeks to improve the handling of criminal cases in Lebanon by moving traditional paper files into digital formats. With an award range between $700,000  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement, has launched a funding initiative aimed at enhancing Lebanon's criminal justice system. The grant program, titled Accelerating Prosecution of Criminals and Terrorists in Lebanon by Digitizing Paper Criminal Court Files, is designed to support the transformation of traditional paper files into digital formats, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of legal proceedings  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan, has announced a grant opportunity focused on enhancing public diplomacy efforts through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education. The grant aims to foster innovative projects that leverage STEM initiatives to strengthen ties between the United States and Kyrgyzstan. Eligible projects can receive funding ranging from $10,000 to $50,000, targeting educational institutions, non-p more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Sierra Leone, has announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF): Sierra Leone, aimed at fostering collaborative projects that enhance the impact of alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. This grant opportunity invites innovative proposals that leverage the skills and networks of these individuals to address local challenges in their communities. With a minimum funding level set at $5,000 more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Bulgaria, has announced the launch of the U.S. Embassy Sofia PDS Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) aimed at fostering innovative projects that engage alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The AEIF 2026 grants are designed to support initiatives that strengthen connections among alumni and encourage them to apply their experiences and knowledge toward community development and social p more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through its Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, has announced the FY 2026 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program, aimed at promoting mutual understanding between American and international youth. The grant opportunity will allocate a total of $10 million to support initiatives that foster cultural exchange and collaboration among high school students from diverse backgrounds. This program specifically focuses on providi more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to Benin, has announced the availability of funding for innovative community projects under the U.S. Embassy Cotonou Annual Program Statement (AEIF) for Fiscal Year 2026. This grant program is designed to empower local organizations to address pressing social, economic, and environmental issues within their communities. With awards ranging from $5,000 to $35,000, the initiative seeks to support projects that promote  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced a funding opportunity titled BJA FY25 Public Safety and Mental Health Initiative Training and Technical Assistance. The initiative aims to bolster the capabilities of Native American Tribal Organizations in providing critical services to individuals grappling with untreated mental illness and substance use. With a total award ceiling of $3.2 million, this program focuses on deliverin more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has unveiled a grant opportunity aimed at bolstering juvenile justice initiatives in states that elected not to submit a state plan under the Title II Formula Grants program of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA). This funding, amounting to an estimated total of $4.4 million, will be made available to local public and private non-profit agencies, includin more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of a federal grant under the BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Improving Reentry Education and Employment Outcomes. This grant aims to support local government units in enhancing education and employment programs for individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. With an award ceiling of $900,000, the grant is designed to bolster projects that improve  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of a grant opportunity aimed at improving residential substance abuse treatment for state prisoners. The BJA FY25 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment (RSAT) for State Prisoners Training and Technical Assistance Program is designed to provide crucial training and technical assistance (TTA) to state and local grantees involved in the RSAT program. With an award ceilin more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the National Institute of Justice, has unveiled the NIJ FY25 Graduate Research Fellowship grant, aimed at bolstering doctoral research that addresses critical issues in crime prevention, law enforcement, public safety, and the equitable administration of justice. With an estimated total funding pool of $1 million, the initiative seeks to support eight doctoral students, each awarded up to $180,000. This fellowship program is design more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of funding under the BJA FY25 Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use, Site-Based Program. This initiative aims to combat the escalating crisis of overdose deaths related to illicit opioids, stimulants, and other substances of abuse. With an award ceiling of $7 million, this grant opportunity is designed specifically for units of local government. The progr more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the National Institute of Justice, has announced a funding opportunity titled NIJ FY25 Research on the Abuse, Neglect, and Financial Exploitation of Older Adults. This initiative aims to address critical issues impacting older individuals, with a total estimated funding of $1.6 million available. The grant seeks to support two rigorous research and evaluation projects in various topical areas. The first area focuses on the evaluati more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has launched the BJA FY25 Residential Substance Abuse Treatment for State Prisoners - Formula Grants Program. This initiative offers formula grant funding aimed at enhancing the capabilities of state, local, and tribal governments to provide residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment for adult and juvenile populations during their time in detention or incarceration. With an award ceiling of more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of up to $10 million in funding for the District of Columbia's Safe Housing Camera Program. This initiative, part of the Bridging Immigration-Related Deficits Experienced Nationwide (BIDEN) Reimbursement Fund, aims to bolster law enforcement efforts in addressing crimes committed by unlawful residents, referred to as criminal illegal aliens, as well as tackling drug an more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has unveiled the OJJDP FY25 Opioid Affected Youth Initiative, aimed at supporting local and Tribal jurisdictions affected by substance use disorders. This initiative, with an estimated funding total of $9.0 million, will provide grants to enhance prevention and intervention efforts for children, youth, and families impacted by opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has launched the OJJDP FY25 Expanding Youth Access to Community-Based Treatment initiative. This grant program, with an estimated total funding of $6 million, aims to enhance community-based treatment options for justice-involved youth under the age of 18 struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring mental health and substance use disorder (MHSUD) needs. With a more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of funding under the BJA FY25 Investigating and Prosecuting Sexual Assaults in Confinement Facilities Program. This initiative aims to bolster the capabilities of state, local, and tribal authorities in effectively investigating and prosecuting sexual assault cases within confinement facilities. With an award ceiling of $2 million, the program is open to applications  more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has announced a funding opportunity titled OJJDP FY25 Family-Based Alternative Justice. With an estimated total funding of $2.9 million, this initiative aims to bolster family-based alternative sentencing programs for parents and primary caregivers currently involved in or at risk of entering the criminal justice system. Eligible applicants for this grant include units of local more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has unveiled the BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Family-Based Substance Use Disorder Treatment Program, offering grants of up to $1 million. This initiative aims to improve treatment and recovery support services for parents with substance use disorders (SUD) who are either pregnant or have minor children while under correctional control in facility or community-based settings. Eligible applicants for t more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has announced a new grant opportunity designed to enhance the effectiveness of juvenile justice systems across the nation. The funding, available through the OJJDP FY25 Title II Formula Grants Program Training and Technical Assistance Center, carries an award ceiling of $2 million. This initiative aims to strengthen compliance with the Formula Grants program, which is rooted in more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Bureau of Justice Assistance, has announced the availability of funding under the BJA FY25 Second Chance Act Community-based Reentry Program. This grant aims to bolster community-based organizations and tribal governments in providing essential mentoring and transitional services for adults who are returning to their communities after incarceration. With an award ceiling of $1 million, the program focuses on individuals assess more ST

WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Justice, through the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention, has announced a grant opportunity titled the FY25 National Mentoring Resource Center. This initiative is designed to strengthen the mentoring field by supporting OJJDP mentoring grantees and enhancing resources available to them. With an estimated total funding of $2.6 million and an award ceiling of $2.6 million, this funding opportunity aims to maintain the OJJDP National Men more ST