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U.S. Embassy Bishkek Public Diplomacy Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

U.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan · Opportunity number STATE-BISHKEK-PDS-26-0003

Details summarized from the official notice as of May 1, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Apr 30, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberSTATE-BISHKEK-PDS-26-0003
AgencyU.S. Mission to Kyrgyzstan
Department of State
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)19.040
PostedMar 23, 2026
DeadlineApr 30, 2026
Award ceiling$50,000
Award floor$10,000
Expected number of awards3
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryOther
Last updated hereMay 1, 2026

Summary from the notice

The U.S. Embassy in Bishkek’s Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) invites proposals that promote American leadership and innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) in the Kyrgyz Republic.  The United States is the global leader in STEM, from artificial intelligence and biotechnology to engineering, advanced manufacturing, and space science.  For Kyrgyzstanis to harness innovations developed in the United States, there is an urgent need to expand rural STEM educational opportunities, prepare Kyrgyzstanis to use American technologies and methods, equip educators to teach STEM topics, and facilitate connections between Kyrgyzstani and U.S. STEM organizations.     


By focusing on these priorities, this program will create partnership opportunities for U.S. businesses, educational institutions, and investors in the Kyrgyz Republic’s rapidly growing tech sector.  The program will increase the adoption of world-leading American technological and educational systems.  The program will also promote American entrepreneurship and startup culture in the Kyrgyz Republic, addressing drivers of outmigration and decreasing reliance on outside aid by creating profitable domestic economic opportunities in STEM fields.  Finally, the program will ensure the United States remains the partner of choice for scientific and technological innovation in the Kyrgyz Republic.  Please follow all instructions below.   


Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

The following organizations are eligible to apply Kyrgyz Republic-Registered: Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations Public and private educational institutions Individuals U.S. non-governmental organizations (NGOs), educational institutions, and individuals seeking funding to support cultural and/or educational program in the Kyrgyz Republic and partnering with Kyrgyz Republic-registered organizations. For-profit entities, even those that may fall into the categories listed above, are not eligible to apply for this NOFO. Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. For more information on the difference between sub-contract and sub-recipient, please refer to 2 CFR 200.331.

Registrations you will likely need

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