Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs
The U.S. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs offers grants for international exchange programs and cultural initiatives.
Get Up To $1.75M for International Exchange Seminars!
Non-profit organizations can apply for funding to host international exchange seminars that align with U.S. foreign policy and foster global dialogue. These seminars aim to strengthen networking and shared identity among program alumni, with potential for participants to win small grants for community projects.
Unlock Funds for International Exchange Programs
Non-profit organizations with over four years of international exchange experience can receive up to $1.7M to manage scholarships for undergraduate students from Eurasia and Central Asia studying in the U.S. This funding supports recruitment, selection, placement, and alumni activities to foster global connections.
Get $1.59M for Youth Leadership Exchange Programs!
Non-profit organizations can receive funding to run U.S.-based exchange programs for teenagers and educators focused on civic education and leadership. These programs will empower participants to implement community projects upon their return.
Fund Your Creative Arts Exchange Project ($1.5M!)
Arts organizations and cultural institutions can secure funding for international people-to-people exchanges that advance U.S. foreign policy. This grant supports artistic collaboration and professional development in music, film, and dance, fostering global understanding.
Get Funding for Youth Leadership & Global Exchange Programs
Non-profits can receive funding to run three-week exchange programs focused on civic education and leadership development for youth from South America and Haiti. This grant supports international travel and follow-on community projects for participants.
Get $1.5M for Global Business & Networking
Non-profits can receive up to $1.5M to run international exchange seminars, fostering global connections and supporting U.S. foreign policy. Participants can also compete for smaller grants up to $10,000 to implement their projects.
Get $1.5M for Faculty Development & Global Exchange
Non-profits can secure up to $1.5M to fund junior university faculty from select Eastern European and Central Asian countries for semester-long U.S. academic exchanges. This program supports professional development and fosters international collaboration.
Fund Your Youth Leadership Exchange Program!
Non-profits and educational institutions can apply for funding to host a 3-week U.S.-based youth leadership program for 60 participants from Southeast Asia. This initiative supports civic education, leadership development, and community engagement with follow-on project funding.
Get Funding for Faculty Development Programs
Non-profit organizations can receive funding to host visiting junior faculty from specific Eastern European and Central Asian countries for a semester-long academic exchange program at U.S. universities. This grant supports international faculty development and academic collaboration.
Get Funding for International Student Programs
US non-profit educational institutions can receive funding to host Indonesian undergraduate students for intensive English language courses and cultural immersion. This program aims to foster international understanding and academic exchange.
Secure Grant Funding for Global Leadership Programs
U.S. academic institutions and non-profit organizations are invited to design and implement programs that bring foreign undergraduate female students to the U.S. to study women's leadership.
Get Grants for Arts & Culture Exchange Programs!
U.S. non-profit arts organizations can receive funding to use the arts for international cultural exchange, fostering partnerships and promoting democracy. These programs empower youth and diverse communities through cross-cultural dialogue and skill-building.
Get $1.25M for Global Exchange Projects!
Non-profit organizations can receive up to $1.25 million to fund two-way exchange programs for emerging leaders, supporting U.S. foreign policy goals. This grant enables tailored international projects involving government and civil society participants from around the globe.
Get $1.2M for Afghan Professional Development & US Ties
Afghan professionals in judicial and public administration can access U.S. skill development, best practices, and internships through this program. This initiative aims to build stronger U.S.-Afghanistan ties and foster peace and stability.
Unlock Funding for Youth Leadership & Community Impact
Non-profit organizations can receive funding to host youth leadership exchanges in the U.S., focusing on civic education and community engagement. These exchanges will support participants in implementing impactful service projects in their home communities.
Get Funding for Youth Exchange Programs!
Non-profit organizations can lead U.S.-based exchange programs for teens and educators with Indonesia and Burma, focusing on leadership and civic engagement. This grant supports two-way exchanges with Indonesia and one-way exchanges for Burmese participants, fostering community projects.
Get $1.1M for International Visitor Airport Support
If your business provides visitor services, apply for this grant to support international travelers arriving and departing at key domestic airports. Funding is available to design and implement essential airport assistance programs for approximately 1000 participants annually.
Fund Your Youth Exchange Program: $1M+ Available
Non-profit organizations can secure funding to host Serbian and Montenegrin high school students for a year of cultural exchange. This grant supports identifying host schools, vetting families, and monitoring student placements to foster mutual understanding.
Get Funding for Youth Programs: $1000000 Available
U.S. non-profit organizations can receive funding to run international exchange programs for young leaders focused on civic education and community engagement. These programs will foster leadership skills and encourage service projects in participants' home countries.
Get Funded: Administer Prestigious Scholarship Programs!
Non-profit organizations can apply to manage U.S. scholarship programs for students from the South Pacific and Timor-Leste. This grant funds the administration of academic exchange programs, including recruitment, placement, and student support.