[U.S. Mission to Uganda](https://ug.usembassy.gov)

May 29, 2026

Estimated total program funding: $70,000 | Award range: $30,000–$70,000 | One award | 12-month period

Supports management and programming of the American Center Kampala to advance U.S. priorities in Uganda through cultural and educational exchange.

No cost sharing or matching required.

--- ## Description This opportunity funds the management, daily operations, and public programming of the American Center Kampala, a strategic platform for advancing U.S. priorities in Uganda. The selected organization will oversee all aspects of the Center—including facility management, security, staff supervision, and visitor services—while developing and implementing dynamic public programming. Activities must promote mutual understanding between the United States and Uganda, focusing on educational workshops, cultural events, English language programs, speaker series, and digital engagement initiatives. Programs should be accessible, interactive, and tailored to local audiences such as students, educators, entrepreneurs, and civil society leaders, while aligning with U.S. Embassy priorities (e.g., democratic governance, economic prosperity, educational opportunity, people-to-people ties). The award is for a 12-month period and may be renewed non-competitively based on funding, performance, and continued alignment with U.S. Department of State interests. --- ## Due Dates - May 29, 2026: Full application deadline / Opportunity closing date --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $70,000 - Award range: $30,000–$70,000 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Award period: 12 months (renewable subject to performance and funding) - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: Nonprofits that do **not** have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education - U.S. and international organizations may apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362188) by the closing date. - Prepare a proposal detailing organizational capacity for Center management, program design, monitoring and evaluation, and alignment with Embassy priorities. - Include plans for innovative, accessible, and locally relevant programming. - For technical difficulties or questions, contact the Mission Uganda Public Affairs Grants Management Team (see contact info below). --- ## Additional Information - The U.S. Embassy retains strategic oversight, sets goals/priorities, approves programming, and provides policy guidance. - The implementer is responsible for compliance with U.S. government regulations and regular reporting on outcomes. - Renewal of funding is contingent on performance and continued alignment with U.S. Department of State objectives. --- ## External Links - [U.S. Mission to Uganda – Main Page](https://ug.usembassy.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Listing & Application Portal](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362188) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Notes | |-------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------|--------------------|----------------| | Mission Uganda Public Affairs Grants Management Team | [kampalagrants@state.gov](mailto:kampalagrants@state.gov) | +256 414 306 001 | For inquiries |

American Center Kampala Management and Programming

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