Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs
The Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs offers US government grants for regional development and cultural exchange programs.
Fund Your Educational Radio Project in Afghanistan!
Afghan organizations can get funding to create and oversee educational radio programming. This initiative aims to produce engaging and informative content through competitions and expert oversight.
Get Funding for English Education Partnerships
U.S. four-year colleges or non-profits can partner with Kabul University to improve English language teaching and learning through research-based evaluation frameworks. This initiative aims to strengthen higher education in Afghanistan and create new opportunities through enhanced English proficiency.
Build Global Partnerships & Get Funding
US four-year colleges and universities can partner with Herat University to enhance journalism education and professional development in Afghanistan. This initiative aims to strengthen higher education and meet critical needs for reconstruction and growth.
Unlock Funding for Good Governance in South Asia
This fund supports projects promoting good governance across Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, offering rapid response to evolving needs and opportunities. Businesses and organizations focused on democratic reforms and civic engagement can apply for critical financial support.
Get Funding to Grow Afghanistan's Future!
This grant supports alumni of U.S. government programs to drive social, economic, and political development in Afghanistan. Funds empower you to launch community projects, foster mentorship, and build networks focused on peace, youth empowerment, and economic growth.
Fund Your Film Project: Pakistan Film Industry Growth Grant
This grant is for organizations supporting the Pakistan film industry's growth and economic empowerment. Funds will be used for initiatives like film competitions and masterclasses to engage and train aspiring filmmakers.
Boost Your University's Global Reach: Funding Available!
U.S. four-year colleges and universities can partner with Kabul University to enhance journalism education through faculty exchange and curriculum development. This initiative aims to strengthen higher education and professional leadership in Afghanistan.
Get Funding to Train Pakistani Journalists
This grant is for organizations in Pakistan looking to train media professionals on ethical reporting, especially concerning violent extremism. The goal is to strengthen Pakistan's free press by enhancing journalists' skills in producing accurate and impactful news stories.
Get Funding for Tech Innovation & Peacebuilding Projects
Local organizations and community leaders in Pakistan can receive funding to host tech camps. These workshops will equip participants with digital media skills to tackle real-world challenges and promote peace.
Funded University Research Center for Afghan Innovation
U.S. universities can partner to establish a vital research center at Kabul Polytechnic University, fostering Afghan academic growth and innovation. This initiative aims to rebuild research capacity, develop curriculum, and connect Afghan faculty and students with global research opportunities.
Get Grants to Build Peace & Counter Extremism
U.S. Embassy Islamabad is funding projects that engage communities, especially women and youth, to promote peace and counter extremist narratives through education, dialogue, and social entrepreneurship. This initiative aims to build resilient communities and strengthen local institutions for long-term stability in Pakistan.
Preserve Heritage, Secure Funding: Cultural Grants Available!
Organizations dedicated to documenting and preserving Afghanistan's historic sites and monuments are invited to apply for funding. This grant supports vital preservation efforts, including restoration, skills development, and public awareness campaigns, especially for youth and young professionals.
Get Funding to Empower Afghan Youth Leaders
Eligible organizations can apply for grants to develop and implement the Afghan Young Leaders Exchange Program (AYLEP). This program will build leadership and advocacy skills in young Afghans, empowering them to drive positive change in their country through U.S. exchanges focused on governance, civil society, economic growth, and security.
Get Funding: Boost Your Business English Skills & Exports!
This grant funds English language training for Afghan journalists and export-focused business professionals, aiming to improve their communication for international trade and wider reporting. Businesses can gain crucial skills to engage with global markets and enhance their export capabilities.
Unlock Funding for Afghan Student Education
This program provides undergraduate scholarships to Afghan students, with a focus on women, enabling them to pursue American-style higher education. The funding aims to equip scholars with critical thinking and leadership skills for active participation in the Afghan workforce.
Fund Your Future: Boost Afghanistan's Economy!
Is your organization creating positive change in Afghanistan? This grant funds a multi-language TV and radio drama series showcasing a peaceful, prosperous future, encouraging economic growth and national harmony. Help shape a brighter tomorrow and secure vital funding for your impactful project.
Get Funding to Empower Pakistan's Youth!
Are you a non-profit or educational institution in Pakistan? This grant funds programs to empower underserved youth through sports, education, leadership development, and digital literacy, fostering confidence and community contribution.
Boost Your Business Growth with Government Grants!
This grant helps organizations fund programs that train Afghan provincial leaders in peace and reconciliation techniques through international exchanges and summits. Successful applicants will develop practical "tool kits" to empower local leaders in Afghanistan to advance peace and reconciliation efforts.
Fund Your Youth Development Programs!
Afghan youth organizations can now apply for funding to host transformative English language and personal development camps outside Afghanistan. This program aims to empower young Afghans through immersive, gender-balanced experiences, including a dedicated camp for girls.
Grant Funding: Boost Your STEM Business in Peshawar!
Calling all Peshawar-based entrepreneurs and institutions! This grant supports capacity-building in STEM entrepreneurship, including tech-focused projects for young innovators and cultural entrepreneurs. Get funding to sow tech ideas and build your business through technology.