Federal Education Grants

This funding opportunity supports innovative research to develop combination cancer therapies that integrate radiation treatment with targeted molecular agents, aimed at improving treatment effectiveness while reducing side effects.

The Office of Academic Exchange Programs of the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces an open competition for the administration of the FY 2024 Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (Global UGRAD). The total amount of funding for this award will be up to $6,770,000, pending the availability of FY 2024 funds. U.S. public and private non-profit organizations meeting the provisions described in IRS regulation 26 CFR 1.501(c) (3) may submit proposals to cooperate with the Bureau in the administration and implementation of the Global UGRAD Program. Organizations with less than four years of experience in conducting international exchange programs are not eligible for this competition. See the NOFO, Section C.3. Other Eligibility Requirements for further information.The Global UGRAD Program selects outstanding underserved students from East Asia and the Pacific, Europe and Eurasia, the Near East, South and Central Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Western Hemisphere to receive scholarships for one semester of non-degree study at U.S. institutions of higher education. Some students may also participate in one additional semester of pre-academic English language training. Funding should support approximately 245 participants, pending the availability of FY 2024 funds. Every effort should be made to maximize the number of scholarships awarded. Proposals should demonstrate flexibility and creativity in program planning and administration. Please see the full announcement for additional information.

This grant provides funding for researchers, especially those new to the field or looking to integrate advanced data science methods, to explore addiction-related questions using existing data and innovative analytical techniques.

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based researchers and organizations in developing non-addictive pain relief therapies to combat the opioid crisis, with a focus on advancing preclinical candidates toward clinical trials.

This funding opportunity supports research projects that explore how patients' beliefs and expectations about cancer treatment can improve symptom management, particularly for underserved populations facing unique challenges in care.

This funding opportunity provides state entities with resources to develop and expand high-quality charter schools, benefiting elementary and secondary students in states that authorize such schools.

This funding opportunity provides resources to organizations that improve transition services for students and youth with disabilities, helping them achieve better outcomes in education and employment.

The "NCI National Clinical Trials Network - Network Lead Academic Participating Sites" grant is a funding opportunity from the National Cancer Institute for academic centers to provide scientific leadership and patient recruitment for large-scale, multi-institutional cancer clinical trials, with a focus on treatment trials, rare cancers, and underserved populations, offering up to $1.7 million per year for a six-year project period.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible colleges and universities to improve educational programs and services for Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students, enhancing their academic success and institutional sustainability.

The "U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Public Diplomacy Section, Annual Program Statement" grant aims to fund projects that strengthen U.S.-Canada relations by promoting mutual understanding and cooperation through programs involving American experts, organizations, or institutions in various fields such as academic exchanges, cultural programs, and public messaging campaigns.

The United States Agency for International Development in Vietnam (USAID/Vietnam) is seeking applications from qualified entities to implement the "USAID Partnership for Higher Education Reform" activity. The activity aims to modernize the selected universities to support their desire to become world-class institutions. Vietnamese universities historically graduate students steeped in theory, but needing more real-world skills. To drive Vietnam’s continued economic growth, university graduates need to be fully prepared for today’s competitive global economy. In recognition of this, the Government of Vietnam enacted a law in 2018 calling for reforms to higher education. Through the Partnership for Higher Education Reform with Vietnam’s three largest universities and U.S. higher education institutions, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) advances reforms to improve the quality and market-relevance of higher education to drive lasting growth. STRENGTHEN UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE The partnership establishes robust internal quality assurance systems and modernizes management information systems to improve university governance and operations. IMPROVE ACADEMIC QUALITY The partnership provides faculty training in state-of-the-art course design and digitizing curriculum to increase access to high-quality resources. The partnership also fosters faculty networks across universities to encourage cross-learning and cooperation. STRENGTHEN RESEARCH AND INNOVATION The partnership strengthens research and innovation through faculty exchanges and training, private sector collaboration, visiting scholar programs, conferences and workshops, and aligning research activities to the social and economic needs of the country. IMPACT It is expected that by the end of the project, the three partner universities will become models of modern higher education, equipping more than 200,000 students to thrive in an increasingly competitive global market and drive Vietnam’s socio-economic development. TARGETED LOCALITIES The project partners with Vietnam National University-Hanoi, Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City, and the University of Danang.

This grant provides funding for U.S. military colleges to create scholarship programs for Ukrainian students in technical fields, supporting their education and skills development to aid in Ukraine's post-war reconstruction efforts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Native American communities to develop sustainable economic projects, preserve cultural heritage, and enhance local infrastructure and social systems.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop and implement strategies that improve health equity and reduce health disparities among underserved women and girls, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.

This funding opportunity supports research collaborations focused on improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare disparities related to chronic diseases among U.S. Hispanic/Latino populations and in Latin America.

This funding opportunity supports research to develop and test effective non-stimulant treatment strategies for adults with ADHD, aiming to improve mental health outcomes in diverse and under-resourced communities.

The Afghanistan Integrated Activity (AIYA) aims to empower Afghan youth, particularly girls and young women, by equipping them with market-relevant technical and soft skills. This initiative seeks to enhance income, food security, and economic resilience among participants. The overarching goal of AIYA is to improve learning outcomes and livelihood opportunities for young women and men. Expected outcomes include: 1) Improved post-secondary technical and vocational education or learning opportunities for youth, with a focus on market-relevant, skills-based learning within the agricultural sector and its related value chains. 2) Youth, particularly girls and young women, acquire market-relevant skills to improve livelihood opportunities and engage in climate resilient agricultural value chains in their home, community, or other settings. See Attachment 1_AIYA Program Descriptions.

This program provides zero-interest loans and grants to nonprofit utility organizations to help finance projects that create jobs and stimulate economic growth in rural communities across the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations and individuals focused on suicide prevention, enabling them to implement best practices and enhance resources for high-risk populations across the nation.

This grant provides funding to support early-career researchers from diverse backgrounds as they transition from mentored postdoctoral positions to independent faculty roles in biomedical research.