Grants for Nonprofits

Small Business Administration

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity is to invite proposals for funding to establish a Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) modernization and alignment initiative. This initiative will establish a Lead Center Model, supported by a network of Service Centers, to deliver coordinated, statewide or territory-wide business services. To support a more evenly distributed funding allocation by population, this competition is limited to applicants in the following states: Florida, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virgin Islands, West Virgina, and Wyoming. Selected awardees must reside in the state in which it will serve as a Lead Center. Selected awardees will be responsible for designing and executing an integrated service delivery approach that ensures comprehensive coverage and aligns resources with the needs of the local entrepreneurs.

Small Business Administration

The underlying premise of STEP is to supplement non-federal entities’ (as defined in Section 3.1) funds for export activities, not to substitute federal funds to cover costs.

U.S. Mission to Japan

<p><strong style="background-color: rgb(187, 187, 187);">Executive Summary</strong></p> <p>The U.S. Department of State, U.S. Consulate General Naha invites proposal submissions for a cooperative agreement to implement two disaster preparedness forums – one on Okinawa main island and one in Miyako Island – within the full grant period of 15 months.&nbsp;This project is aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and crisis response capacity across Okinawa, including the Southwest Islands, through structured, expert-led interactive forums that advance U.S.-Japan cooperation on emergency management.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong style="background-color: rgb(187, 187, 187);">Eligible Applicants</strong></p> <p><span style="color: black;">·&nbsp;Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">·&nbsp;Public and private educational institutions</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">·&nbsp;Individuals</span></p> <p><span style="color: black;">·&nbsp;Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions</span></p> <p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">·&nbsp;</span><span style="color: black;">Foreign-based non-profit organizations/non-government organizations (NGO)</span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong style="background-color: rgb(187, 187, 187);">Submission Deadline</strong></p> <p>All applications must be received by August 10, 2026 (GMT+9). Submit all application materials directly to the following email address: TokyoPASGrants@state.gov.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><span style="color: black;">Contact </span>NahaPAS@state.gov<span style="color: red;"> </span><span style="color: black;">with questions about the contemplated program. Frequently asked questions and responses will be emailed to all applicants who submit a complete application package. A Bidding Conference will be held via conference call on July 29, 2026, to answer questions from potential applicants. </span></p> <p><br></p> <p>Please follow all instructions in the attached Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible.</p> <p><br></p>

Department of Education

Program Description: The purpose of the Technical Assistance and Dissemination to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities program is to promote academic achievement and to improve results for children with disabilities by providing technical assistance (TA), supporting model demonstration projects, disseminating useful information, and implementing activities that are supported by scientifically based research. The 2024 National Assessment of Education Progress results illustrate the significant achievement gaps in reading and mathematics for students with disabilities.[1] Local educational agencies (LEAs) and schools need to continuously improve their systems and practices to address achievement gaps of students with disabilities and support educators implementation of evidence-based literacy and mathematics instruction that meet the individualized needs of students with disabilities so they are prepared for success in school and postsecondary opportunities. Through this competition and to address these needs, the Department intends to establish a National Center on Academic Interventions. [1] The National Assessment of Educational Progress (2024). https://www.nationsreportcard.gov/dashboards/achievement_gaps.aspx. ALN: 84.326Q Applicants are required to follow the 2025 Common Instructions and Information for Applicants to Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, published in the Federal Register on August 29, 2025 (90 FR 42234) and available at ED 2025 Common Instructions. Note: For new potential grantees unfamiliar with grantmaking at ED, please consult our Getting Started with Discretionary Grant Applications webpage.

U.S. Mission to Myanmar

1. Project Background, Goals and Objectives Jefferson Center Mandalay Small Grants projects must clearly advance America First foreign policy principles by demonstrating how the proposed activities make the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous, while celebrating Freedom250 and American excellence. Priority will be given to projects that deliver tangible, measurable benefits to U.S. interests; elevate U.S. leadership and credibility; promote reciprocal and mutually beneficial engagement with Burma and focus on one of the priority areas outlined below. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA SAFER Programs that directly advance the security and resilience of the United States by promoting American democratic governance and interests in Burma. This includes initiatives that reinforce the rule of law, counter trafficking, digital freedom, anti-scam awareness and corruption that threaten U.S. interests, uphold American-defined human rights, and empower civil society to create an environment that aligns with U.S. peace and security priorities in the region. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA STRONGER Programs that advance America First priorities by equipping Burma s students and young adults with skill based and vocational training that strengthens U.S. relevant economic competitiveness. Proposals should promote accurate understanding of U.S. education, institutions, and culture; prepare potential qualified candidates for lawful study and exchange opportunities related to the United States; and build durable linkages with American academic, vocational, and cultural institutions. These may also include activities that strengthen the United States global leadership by promoting American values, and civic engagement rooted in U.S. principles. These programs should deepen U.S. influence in Burma, reinforce American cultural and educational standards, and build enduring partnerships that serve American diplomatic and strategic interests. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA MORE PROSPEROUS Projects that advance U.S. Burma economic ties and U.S. prosperity by strengthening entrepreneurs and businesses that align with U.S. commercial and strategic interests. Activities that expand economic opportunities for the United States by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce development that benefit American businesses and industries. Priority will be given to programs that promote U.S.-led STEM education, vocational training aligned with American economic priorities, or trade capacity building that directly supports U.S. economic growth and reduces reliance on adversarial actors. AMERICA FIRST: AMERICAN EXCELLENCE Projects that showcase the superiority of American leadership, innovation, arts, and community service. These initiatives should highlight U.S. achievements and role models, inspire admiration for American values, and promote collaboration that advances U.S. interests in technology, entrepreneurship, education, and the arts, ensuring America s continued prominence on the global stage. Activities may include programs that feature U.S. experts or content on Indo Pacific strategy, maritime and economic security, or resilient supply chains, and that clearly communicate U.S. strengths, values, and strategic objectives to Burma based audiences. ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING Programs that advance America First priorities by providing Business English and English for Entrepreneurship essential to U.S. linked trade, investment, and regional stability. Proposals should build high level English skills needed to work with American companies, navigate U.S. standards and contracts, participate in regional supply chains, and engage in lawful, rules based economic activity. Activities may include targeted English training for professionals, entrepreneurs, and future business leaders that uses U.S. materials, terminology, and case studies and clearly supports U.S. economic and strategic interests in the Indo Pacific. Project Audiences: Youth and Young Adults: Including students, recent graduates, and emerging professionals in both urban centers and rural regions of Burma, with a focus on those from underserved or marginalized communities in Mandalay. Civil Society Organizations: Local NGOs, advocacy groups, and community-based organizations in Mandalay, engaged in promoting democratic governance, human rights, anti-corruption, and rule of law reforms. Commercial Advancement: Individuals and entities involved in innovation, trade, and workforce development that align with U.S.-Burma economic ties and regional supply chains. Educational and Cultural Institutions: Schools, vocational training centers, universities, and cultural organizations that facilitate bilateral exchanges and promote American cultural and educational standards. Project Goals: Advance democratic governance and the rule of law in Burma by empowering civil society organizations to promote human rights, anti-corruption, and digital freedoms aligned with U.S. peace and security priorities. Enhance the skills and employability of Burmese youth and young adults through vocational training and English language programs that prepare them for lawful educational exchanges and economic participation linked to the United States. Strengthen U.S.-Burma economic ties by supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and workforce development programs that foster trade capacity building and reduce reliance on adversarial actors. Promote American cultural excellence and leadership by facilitating educational, artistic, and community service initiatives that highlight U.S. values and strategic objectives in the Indo-Pacific region. Support sustainable, measurable outcomes by encouraging projects that incorporate robust monitoring, evaluation, and reporting mechanisms to demonstrate progress toward U.S. foreign policy goals. Project Objectives: Objective 1: Promote American Democratic Governance Enhance the institutional and operational capacity of at least 10 civil society organizations over a 12-month period to effectively advocate for rule of law, anti-trafficking measures, digital freedoms, and anti-corruption reforms. Success will be measured by the adoption and implementation of key organizational policies (e.g., financial management, transparency protocols), increased advocacy activities, and demonstrable influence on public policy aligned with U.S. peace and security priorities. Objective 2: Empower Youth through Vocational and English Language Training Provide vocational skills development and high-level English language instruction to a minimum of 1,500 youth and young adults, improving their readiness for lawful educational exchanges, workforce participation, and engagement with U.S.-linked economic opportunities. Progress will be assessed via standardized skill assessments, participant retention rates, and post-training employment or education placement data. Objective 3: Commercial Advancement and Economic Competitiveness Support at least 200 entrepreneurs and small businesses through training, mentorship, and capacity-building activities that promote innovation, STEM education, and trade capacity building. Programs should align with American economic priorities by enhancing workforce skills, facilitating access to U.S. markets, and reducing reliance on adversarial actors. Indicators of success include business growth metrics, increased participation in regional supply chains, and measurable expansion of U.S.-Burma commercial ties. Objective 4: Showcase American Excellence and Values Develop and implement cultural, educational, and leadership programs that highlight American innovation, arts, community service, and strategic expertise in areas such as Indo-Pacific security, maritime resilience, and economic policy. These initiatives should engage local audiences, promote admiration for American values, and strengthen bilateral cultural ties. Success will be measured by audience reach, participant feedback, and enhanced understanding of U.S. strategic objectives. Note: Please see detail information by clicking Related Document tab.

Small Business Administration

The underlying premise of STEP is to supplement non-federal entities (as defined in Section 3.1) funds for export activities, not to substitute federal funds to cover costs.

U.S. Mission to Myanmar

1. Project Background, Goals and Objectives American Center Yangon Small Grants projects must clearly advance America First foreign policy principles by demonstrating how the proposed activities make the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous, while celebrating Freedom250 and American excellence. Priority will be given to projects that deliver tangible, measurable benefits to U.S. interests; elevate U.S. leadership and credibility; promote reciprocal and mutually beneficial engagement with Burma and focus on one of the priority areas outlined below. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA SAFER Programs that directly advance the security and resilience of the United States by promoting American democratic governance and interests in Burma. This includes initiatives that reinforce the rule of law, counter trafficking, digital freedom, anti-scam awareness and corruption that threaten U.S. interests, uphold American-defined human rights, and empower civil society to create an environment that aligns with U.S. peace and security priorities in the region. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA STRONGER Programs that advance America First priorities by equipping Burma s students and young adults with skill based and vocational training that strengthens U.S. relevant economic competitiveness. Proposals should promote accurate understanding of U.S. education, institutions, and culture; prepare potential qualified candidates for lawful study and exchange opportunities related to the United States; and build durable linkages with American academic, vocational, and cultural institutions. These may also include activities that strengthen the United States global leadership by promoting American values, and civic engagement rooted in U.S. principles. These programs should deepen U.S. influence in Burma, reinforce American cultural and educational standards, and build enduring partnerships that serve American diplomatic and strategic interests. AMERICA FIRST: MAKING AMERICA MORE PROSPEROUS Projects that advance U.S. Burma economic ties and U.S. prosperity by strengthening entrepreneurs and businesses that align with U.S. commercial and strategic interests. Activities that expand economic opportunities for the United States by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and workforce development that benefit American businesses and industries. Priority will be given to programs that promote U.S.-led STEM education, vocational training aligned with American economic priorities, or trade capacity building that directly supports U.S. economic growth and reduces reliance on adversarial actors. AMERICA FIRST: AMERICAN EXCELLENCE Projects that showcase the superiority of American leadership, innovation, arts, and community service. These initiatives should highlight U.S. achievements and role models, inspire admiration for American values, and promote collaboration that advances U.S. interests in technology, entrepreneurship, education, and the arts, ensuring America s continued prominence on the global stage. Activities may include programs that feature U.S. experts or content on Indo Pacific strategy, maritime and economic security, or resilient supply chains, and that clearly communicate U.S. strengths, values, and strategic objectives to Burma based audiences. ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING Programs that advance America First priorities by providing Business English and English for Entrepreneurship essential to U.S. linked trade, investment, and regional stability. Proposals should build high level English skills needed to work with American companies, navigate U.S. standards and contracts, participate in regional supply chains, and engage in lawful, rules based economic activity. Activities may include targeted English training for professionals, entrepreneurs, and future business leaders that uses U.S. materials, terminology, and case studies and clearly supports U.S. economic and strategic interests in the Indo Pacific. Project Audiences: Youth and Young Adults: Including students, recent graduates, and emerging professionals in both urban centers and rural regions of Burma, with a focus on those from underserved or marginalized communities in Yangon. Civil Society Organizations: Local NGOs, advocacy groups, and community-based organizations in Yangon, engaged in promoting democratic governance, human rights, anti-corruption, and rule of law reforms. Commercial Advancement: Individuals and entities involved in innovation, trade, and workforce development that align with U.S.-Burma economic ties and regional supply chains. Educational and Cultural Institutions: Schools, vocational training centers, universities, and cultural organizations that facilitate bilateral exchanges and promote American cultural and educational standards. Project Goals: Advance democratic governance and the rule of law in Burma by empowering civil society organizations to promote human rights, anti-corruption, and digital freedoms aligned with U.S. peace and security priorities. Enhance the skills and employability of Burmese youth and young adults through vocational training and English language programs that prepare them for lawful educational exchanges and economic participation linked to the United States. Strengthen U.S.-Burma economic ties by supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and workforce development programs that foster trade capacity building and reduce reliance on adversarial actors. Promote American cultural excellence and leadership by facilitating educational, artistic, and community service initiatives that highlight U.S. values and strategic objectives in the Indo-Pacific region. Support sustainable, measurable outcomes by encouraging projects that incorporate robust monitoring, evaluation, and reporting mechanisms to demonstrate progress toward U.S. foreign policy goals. Project Objectives: Objective 1: Promote American Democratic Governance Enhance the institutional and operational capacity of at least 10 civil society organizations over a 12-month period to effectively advocate for rule of law, anti-trafficking measures, digital freedoms, and anti-corruption reforms. Success will be measured by the adoption and implementation of key organizational policies (e.g., financial management, transparency protocols), increased advocacy activities, and demonstrable influence on public policy aligned with U.S. peace and security priorities. Objective 2: Empower Youth through Vocational and English Language Training Provide vocational skills development and high-level English language instruction to a minimum of 1,500 youth and young adults, improving their readiness for lawful educational exchanges, workforce participation, and engagement with U.S.-linked economic opportunities. Progress will be assessed via standardized skill assessments, participant retention rates, and post-training employment or education placement data. Objective 3: Commercial Advancement and Economic Competitiveness Support at least 200 entrepreneurs and small businesses through training, mentorship, and capacity-building activities that promote innovation, STEM education, and trade capacity building. Programs should align with American economic priorities by enhancing workforce skills, facilitating access to U.S. markets, and reducing reliance on adversarial actors. Indicators of success include business growth metrics, increased participation in regional supply chains, and measurable expansion of U.S.-Burma commercial ties. Objective 4: Showcase American Excellence and Values Develop and implement cultural, educational, and leadership programs that highlight American innovation, arts, community service, and strategic expertise in areas such as Indo-Pacific security, maritime resilience, and economic policy. These initiatives should engage local audiences, promote admiration for American values, and strengthen bilateral cultural ties. Success will be measured by audience reach, participant feedback, and enhanced understanding of U.S. strategic objectives. Note: Please see detail information by clicking Related Document tab.

Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement

Strengthen BiH's institutional capacity to detect, investigate and prosecute complex money laundering operations linked to transnational criminal organizations that threaten U.S. security interests. This program will enhance financial investigative capabilities, improve interagency coordination, and build sustainable institutional expertise to combat evolving financial crime threats.