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Grant for Administration of EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program 2026 – U.S. Embassy Zambia

The U.S. Embassy in Zambia, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking a grantee to administer the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program 2026. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Zambia, Public Diplomacy Section - No OEMs or commercial product vendors are involved, as this is a grant for program administration and fund disbursement. - Services Requested: - Administration and disbursement of funds to support approximately 30 academically gifted, economically disadvantaged Zambian students applying to U.S. colleges - Covered costs include: U.S. college application fees, standardized testing fees, visa and SEVIS fees, domestic travel for testing and visa appointments, international travel to U.S. institutions, settling-in allowances, and logistics for pre-departure orientations - Coordination with Embassy staff and facilitation of payments to organizations and individuals - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Grantee will not be involved in student selection or recruitment—only in fund management and logistics - Program prioritizes students pursuing degrees in STEM, AI, cybersecurity, data science, and other critical fields - Eligible applicants: not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, and public or private educational institutions with a legal presence in Zambia and a proven track record of managing U.S. or international grants - Required documentation includes proof of eligibility, organizational chart, letters of reference, and past performance - Funding instrument is a cooperative agreement with substantial involvement from the Embassy - Estimated award amount: $28,000 for a 12-month period, with possible continuation grants based on performance and funding

Description

The EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program 2026, announced by the U.S. Embassy in Zambia, supports academically gifted and economically disadvantaged Zambian students with costs related to U.S. college applications, including application fees, standardized testing fees, visa fees, and travel expenses. The program prioritizes merit-based selection with emphasis on STEM, AI, cybersecurity, data science, and other critical fields. The grantee will assist in disbursing funds and organizing logistics for pre-departure orientations but will not be involved in student selection. The program aims to advance U.S. economic prosperity and strengthen bilateral relations between the U.S. and Zambia.

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