EducationUSA AI/STEM and Sports Diplomacy Grant
🏛 U.S. Mission to Georgia
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Can you apply?
This grant is for nonprofits and NGOs that want to strengthen educational ties between Georgia and U.S. universities. Organizations must operate in Georgia or serve Georgian students through EducationUSA-affiliated or independent advising centers. For-profit entities are not eligible, but organizations may sub-contract with other entities. The prime recipient must be a nonprofit, non-governmental organization. Activities focus on AI/STEM workshops and sports recruitment pathways in five Georgian cities.
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Program description
This funding opportunity supports the America First agenda by strengthening U.S. competitiveness, expanding American universities’ international recruitment pipelines and building lasting ties between Georgian talent and U.S. institutions through two complementary initiatives: the EducationUSA Sports Pathways Initiative and the EducationUSA AI and Innovation Hubs. Both proposals under this funding opportunity have been approved for a combined total of $50,000, pending the availability of funds.
EducationUSA AI/STEM and Innovation Hubs.
The proposed “AI/STEM and Innovation Hubs” initiative will engage high school and university students, young entrepreneurs, computer programmers, startup founders, and emerging tech leaders in five Georgian cities — Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Akhaltsikhe, and Telavi through a coordinated series of AI and STEM-focused advising workshops, innovation talks, and university outreach activities led by advisers. All sessions will be hosted at local American Spaces, leveraging these trusted venues to attract new audiences, expand community engagement, and reinforce America’s commitment to accessible, high-quality educational opportunities.
EducationUSA Sports Pathways Initiative.
The proposed “Sports Pathways Initiative” will connect Georgia’s top athletic talent with U.S. higher education opportunities through specialized advising on sports scholarships and athletic programs at American schools, colleges, and universities. Led by experienced advisers, the program will conduct targeted outreach to local sports schools and athletic academies in five Georgian cities – Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Akhaltsikhe, and Telavi, focusing on sports where Georgia produces world-class talent: soccer, basketball, rugby, martial arts/MMA, judo, wrestling, and tennis.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Project narrative or proposal description
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational background and qualifications
- Evidence of EducationUSA affiliation (if applicable)
- Sub-contracting agreements (if using sub-contractors)
Program contact
- 👤 Anna Kharibegashvili Grantor
- 📧 tbilisigrants@state.gov
- 📞 995595581287
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 19.023 in our database.
This can happen for newer programs, programs that use non-standard award types (loans, direct payments, fellowships), or those funded through sub-agencies under different codes.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 19.023). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $12,681,406 | |
| 2025 | $10,534,578 | |
| 2026 est. | $10,000,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits, NGOs, and EducationUSA advising centers in Georgia. For-profit entities are ineligible. Only one nonprofit entity can be the prime recipient.
What activities does this grant fund?
AI/STEM workshops, innovation talks, university outreach, and sports recruitment advising. Activities occur in five Georgian cities.
When is the deadline?
The deadline is August 10, 2026. This is a fixed deadline with no rolling acceptance.
What award amounts are available?
Individual awards range from $25,000 to $50,000. The total funding pool is $50,000 for both initiatives combined.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing or matching funds are required to apply.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly define roles if you're sub-contracting with other entities. Ambiguous responsibilities will weaken your proposal.
- Emphasize how your activities build pipelines for Georgian talent to U.S. universities. Connect activities directly to institutional outcomes.
- Use local American Spaces as hosting venues. This shows you understand the program's infrastructure and community engagement strategy.
- Demonstrate experience advising students on scholarships, admissions, or athletic recruitment. Credibility matters here.
- Target the five specified cities: Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Akhaltsikhe, and Telavi. Geographic coverage strengthens competitiveness.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying as a for-profit entity or with unclear sub-contracting roles. Proposing activities outside the five designated Georgian cities. Failing to connect activities to measurable outcomes for U.S. university recruitment.
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