The U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe is accepting applications for several 2026 grant opportunities aimed at supporting educational exchange, community engagement, entrepreneurship, and public diplomacy initiatives across Zimbabwe.
Organizations are invited to apply through published Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs). The Embassy does not accept unsolicited grant applications outside these funding calls.
Available Grant Opportunities
1. American Spaces Support Funds Program
The American Spaces Support Funds Program seeks a qualified organization to manage and implement activities at the American Corner Gweru, a partnership between the U.S. Embassy and the Gweru Memorial Public Library.
The selected organization will deliver interactive programs that strengthen public understanding of the United States through education, technology, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports, and cultural activities.
Funding Details
- Funding Opportunity Number: AF-HAR-FY26-04
- Application Deadline: 2 August 2026
- Performance Period: 12–18 months
- Number of Awards: One
- Award Amount: USD 10,000–14,000
- Total Funding Available: USD 14,000
- Funding Source: FY26 Educational and Cultural Exchanges (ECE)
- Project Location: Zimbabwe
Eligible Activities
Projects may include:
- Technology access initiatives
- Entrepreneurship training
- Innovation programmes
- Sports engagement
- Cultural exchange activities
- Public diplomacy programmes
- Community learning events
All proposals should include a strong American cultural component and demonstrate collaboration with American experts, organizations, or institutions.
2. EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program 2026–2027
The EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) supports outstanding Zimbabwean students by helping them overcome the upfront costs associated with applying to U.S. colleges and universities.
The programme targets high-achieving students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies at accredited U.S. higher education institutions.
Funding Details
- Funding Opportunity Number: AF-HAR-FY26-02
- Application Deadline: 2 August 2026
- Performance Period: 12–18 months
- Number of Awards: One
- Award Amount: USD 50,000–54,000
- Total Funding Available: USD 54,000
- Funding Source: FY26 Educational and Cultural Exchanges (ECE)
Programme Objectives
The successful implementing organization will:
- Administer the Opportunity Funds Program in Zimbabwe.
- Support talented students applying to U.S. universities.
- Assist with application-related expenses.
- Work closely with EducationUSA advisers and the U.S. Embassy.
- Promote access to quality U.S. higher education opportunities.
Who Can Apply
Both funding opportunities are intended for eligible organizations capable of managing educational, cultural, and community-based programmes in Zimbabwe.
Applicants should carefully review the official Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) and submit all required application forms before the stated deadline.
Why These Grants Matter
These U.S. Embassy grants strengthen educational exchange, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership development, and community engagement while expanding opportunities for Zimbabwean organizations and students to collaborate with U.S. institutions.
Organizations working in education, youth development, entrepreneurship, public libraries, cultural programming, and international exchange are encouraged to explore these funding opportunities.
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