Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #PDS-Ukraine-FY26-02
Grant for Adaptive Sports Program Implementation for Wounded Ukrainian Veterans
Posted
July 28, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
PDS-Ukraine-FY26-02
NAICS
813410
This opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Kyiv, seeks proposals to implement adaptive sports programs for wounded Ukrainian veterans. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Kyiv, Public Diplomacy Section - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for program implementation, not product procurement. - Requested Services: - Implementation of adaptive sports programs for wounded veterans - Specialized athletic clinics - Sports-focused English language programming - Adaptive sports tournaments - Training of coaches and service providers - Development of community-level capacity using American adaptive sports models - Notable Requirements: - Eligible applicants: U.S. or Ukrainian not-for-profit organizations with experience in Ukraine - Awards range from $30,000 to $150,000, with up to three awards anticipated - Performance period up to 18 months, with possible continuation grants - Excludes projects involving partisan political activity, direct social services, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial projects, or institutional development - Legal registration in Ukraine and SAM.gov registration required
Description
The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Embassy Kyiv announces an open competition to implement a program to build Ukraine’s capacity to support wounded veterans through adaptive sports by leveraging American leadership, innovation, and expertise in sport. The program aims to advance rehabilitation, strengthen partnerships, and project American leadership by strengthening institutional capacity to deliver long-term sports programs nationwide. Activities include specialized athletic clinics, sports-focused English language programming, and adaptive sports tournaments. The project will expand the reach of adaptive sports as a tool for rehabilitation and strengthen U.S.-Ukraine cooperation.