Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia
About This Grant
The program within SCA will aim to deploy American AI technology securely in U.S. partners strategic economic sectors and infrastructure. The specific strategic economic sector(s) and organizations (including government, public institutions like utilities, and private companies) targeted in each country for support would be developed in consultation with State Department and host country governments and based on the geopolitical and economic factors of each country.
Grant Summary
Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia is a Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs grant providing $2M to $5M for small business. Applications are due 2026-08-02 (closing in 27 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
How to Apply
$2M–$5M
2026-08-02
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia from Bureau of South and Central Asian 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 South and Central Asian Affairs before the deadline.
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Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia?
Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia is offered by Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs and is generally open to small business. 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 Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia provide?
Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia provides between $2M and $5M per award from Bureau of South and Central Asian 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 Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia deadline?
Applications for Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia are due 2026-08-02 (closing in 27 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia?
To apply for Artificial Intelligence for American Competitiveness and Economic Security (AI-ACES) in South Asia, 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 South and Central Asian Affairs.
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