WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing national preparedness for earthquake hazards through its Fiscal Year 2026 National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program. This initiative seeks proposals to develop and implement innovative strategies that address earthquake risk reduction on a multi-state and national scale. Eligible applicants may include state and local governments, non-profit organizations, and academic institutions with strong ties to earthquake safety rese more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, seeks applications for the Delta States Rural Development Network Program. This initiative aims to improve health care delivery systems in rural communities across the Delta region, focusing on innovative and sustainable solutions to enhance access and quality of care. Funding for the program will range from $905,664 to $1.2 million, providing vital resources to organizations committed to addressing health disparit more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families, has launched an opportunity for funding aimed at enhancing support for kinship families. The grant program, titled Kinship Navigator Programs: Replication and Tribal Adaptation, is designed to develop and adapt kinship navigator programs that assist relatives who are caring for children in need of guardianship. Award amounts will range from $400,000 to $500,000, facilitating the replication of successful models while a more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health, seeks applications for the establishment of a national coordinating center for the Research Centers in Minority Institutions initiative. This new center will play a critical role in coordinating activities across funded RCMI U54 Centers, evaluating program effectiveness, and serving as a national resource to facilitate the achievement of primary goals for these centers. With an award ceiling of $3.5 million, an estimated total f more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its Administration for Children and Families, is inviting organizations to apply for the Wilson Fish Bridge to Employment Program. This initiative aims to enhance employment opportunities for underserved populations, particularly refugees and immigrants, helping them integrate into the workforce and achieve economic self-sufficiency. Organizations eligible to apply include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and state or local government entities w more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its Administration for Children and Families, has announced the opening of funding opportunities for the Foster Parents Network Analytics Hub (HUB). This initiative aims to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of foster parents by integrating data analytics into their support networks. The HUB is designed to collect, analyze, and disseminate information that fosters improvement in the foster care system. It targets organizations dedicated to providing resources  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Administration for Children and Families, has announced a funding opportunity aimed at enhancing kinship navigator programs. This initiative is intended to evaluate current practices and improve resources and support for kinship caregivers in their communities. Grants will range from $400,000 to $600,000, providing financial assistance to organizations dedicated to assisting kinship families. The funding aims to bolster services that help relatives caring for  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Small Business Administration has announced the opening of applications for its FY26 Women Business Center Renewal initiative, aimed at supporting organizations dedicated to the advancement of women entrepreneurs. The initiative is designed to enhance the capabilities and outreach of established Women Business Centers across the nation. Eligible centers can receive funding in the range of $75,000 to $150,000, aimed at strengthening their services and increasing their capacity to help women business owners grow  more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Small Business Administration has launched the State Trade Expansion Program 2026, aimed at enhancing the international competitiveness of small businesses through trade-related initiatives. This program encourages state and local governments to apply for funding that enables them to increase the number of small businesses engaging in exporting activities. Award amounts range from $100,000 to $900,000, with the funding designed to assist states in creating and implementing export promotion strategies and activit more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Small Business Administration is encouraging eligible organizations to participate in its State Trade Expansion Program for 2026. This initiative is designed to enhance the competitiveness of small businesses by increasing their exports and fostering international market development. Selected proposals will receive funding ranging from $100,000 to $900,000 to help support various export activities. The STEP program aims to provide support to state and territorial programs that assist small businesses in accessin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of State has launched a grant opportunity aimed at enhancing English language education in Egypt. Through the Empowering English Educators initiative, the U.S. Mission to Egypt is encouraging educational institutions, organizations, and other entities with innovative teaching methodologies to apply for funding ranging from $100,000 to $200,000. This initiative seeks to strengthen the capacity of English educators in Egypt by promoting professional development and effective teaching strategies. Fundin more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of State invites proposals for its Mentor Program for English Educators, aimed at enhancing English language instruction capabilities in a target region. This initiative, funded by the U.S. Mission to Egypt, intends to support English educators through mentorship and professional development opportunities. Successful applicants will receive funding in the range of $100,000 to $150,000 to implement innovative mentoring strategies that foster collaboration among English educators. Local educational inst more ST

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- The U.S. Department of State is calling for proposals to support the Okinawa Disaster Preparedness and Crisis Response Fora. This initiative focuses on enhancing disaster resilience in Okinawa by fostering collaboration among local, regional, and international stakeholders. The program aims to develop and implement strategies that improve crisis response capabilities and preparedness measures within the community. With an award range between $75,000 and $100,000, the funding is intended for projects that can demonstrate  more ST