FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange
Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
About This Grant
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.
Grant Summary
FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange is a Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs grant providing $1.3M to $1.3M for university. Applications are due 2026-07-06 (closing in 14 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$1.3M–$1.3M
2026-07-06
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange from Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs before the deadline.
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FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange?
FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange is offered by Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs and is generally open to university. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange provide?
FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange provides between $1.3M and $1.3M per award from Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange deadline?
Applications for FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange are due 2026-07-06 (closing in 14 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange?
To apply for FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
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