EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program
About This Grant
The U.S. Embassy in Harare, through its Public Diplomacy Section, invites eligible organizations to submit applications to administer the 2026 2027 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) in Zimbabwe. This program promotes U.S. higher education opportunities for high-achieving Zimbabwean students and helps them overcome the up-front costs of applying to U.S. colleges and universities.The program targets university students seeking either undergraduate or graduate study with U.S. institutions or branch campuses of U.S. colleges and universities. Participants will be selected based on criteria developed by the Public Diplomacy Section and EducationUSA advisers in Zimbabwe. The OFP selection committee will also be led by these advisers.The successful organization (the grantee) will receive up to US $54,000 to manage the logistics of two phases of the advising and support process for the 2026 2027 cycle.Phase One involves the grantee covering all required standardized test fees, application fees, certifications, and other approved costs for selected students to enroll to a U.S. higher education program. The grantee will also provide programmatic and logistical support to EducationUSA advisers delivering intensive advising on the U.S. application, financial aid process, online degree programs, and other U.S. accredited alternative education options. The grantee will disburse stipends to regional advisers who support these activities.Phase Two involves managing travel and any pre-departure costs associated with successful students who gain admission and funding to U.S. programs or institutions across the globe in the 2027 2028 U.S. academic year. The grantee will also provide approved logistical support to students selected for EducationUSA online study programs.Both phases can be implemented virtually, allowing flexible support for students across Zimbabwe. Administrative costs of up to 10 percent of the total award are allowed under this funding opportunity.
Grant Summary
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program is a U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe grant providing $50K to $54K. Applications are due 2026-08-02 (closing in 27 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
How to Apply
$50K–$54K
2026-08-02
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program from U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe, 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 U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe before the deadline.
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EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program?
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program is offered by U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe and is generally open to eligible organizations. 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 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program provide?
EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program provides between $50K and $54K per award from U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe. 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 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program deadline?
Applications for EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program are due 2026-08-02 (closing in 27 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program?
To apply for EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program, 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 U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe.
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