English Language Teaching and Learning Program

The English Language Teaching and Learning Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan as part of its public diplomacy and educational exchange initiatives. The program is designed to strengthen English language capacity in Uzbekistan in alignment with broader U.S. strategic and commercial engagement priorities. As Uzbekistan increases collaboration with the United States across sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and security, English proficiency is positioned as a critical tool for enabling direct communication, access to information, and participation in global economic opportunities. The primary objective of this program is to improve both English language instruction and learner outcomes by addressing a shortage of highly proficient English teachers in Uzbekistan. The program focuses on delivering in person, specialized teacher training while simultaneously providing direct English instruction to students and early career professionals. Instruction is expected to align with priority sectors including space, critical minerals, rare earths, energy, high technology, business and trade, agriculture, media, and security. In doing so, the program supports workforce development and enhances participants ability to engage effectively in professional environments connected to U.S. interests. Funding under this opportunity is provided through a cooperative agreement mechanism, allowing for substantial involvement from the funding agency during implementation. The total estimated funding available is five hundred thousand dollars, with individual awards ranging from two hundred thousand to five hundred thousand dollars. Approximately three awards are expected. Funded activities must primarily be conducted in person and are limited to a performance period not exceeding two years. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, making the program accessible to eligible nonprofit and institutional applicants without the need for additional financial contributions. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations such as think tanks, civil society organizations, and nongovernmental organizations, as well as public international organizations and governmental institutions. For profit entities are explicitly excluded from eligibility. Only one nonprofit, nongovernmental entity may serve as the prime recipient of the award, although subcontracts with other entities are permitted. In such cases, applicants must clearly define the roles and responsibilities of all participating organizations in their proposals, consistent with federal guidance on subrecipients and contractors. The application process requires submission through Grants.gov by the stated deadline. Applicants must prepare a comprehensive proposal outlining program design, implementation strategy, sector alignment, and expected outcomes. While specific application components are not detailed in the summary, standard federal grant submissions typically include a narrative proposal, budget justification, organizational capacity statements, and monitoring and evaluation plans. Applications will be evaluated based on their ability to achieve measurable gains in English proficiency, effectively train educators, and promote understanding of American culture and professional practices. The application window opened on July 7, 2026, with a final submission deadline of August 17, 2026. There are no pre application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers indicated. Awards are expected to support programs lasting up to two years, with implementation beginning after selection and award processing. Interested applicants may direct inquiries to the Public Affairs Grants Management Team at the U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan. This opportunity does not indicate recurring funding cycles and appears to be a single competitive round for the current fiscal year.