[U.S. Mission to Albania](https://al.usembassy.gov/)

May 31, 2025 (Full proposal)

$18,000 (single award; 1-year cooperative agreement)

Supports the operation and outreach of the EducationUSA advising center in Albania to promote U.S. higher education and foster institutional partnerships.

Only not-for-profit organizations (including NGOs and think tanks) are eligible.

--- ## Description This opportunity funds the management and operation of the EducationUSA advising center in Albania for the 2025–2026 cycle. EducationUSA is a U.S. Department of State network that provides accurate, comprehensive, and current information about U.S. higher education to international students and institutions. The selected organization will facilitate daily operations, logistics, and outreach activities, helping to strengthen people-to-people ties between Albania and the United States, support economic growth, and promote democratic values. Key objectives for the funded period include: - Expanding student advising outreach across Albania (in-person, virtual, school visits, and partnerships) - Exploring new potential partnerships - Publicizing the advising center - Strengthening networking with teachers and career counselors The EducationUSA adviser (appointed by the U.S. Embassy) will handle programming, outreach, and applicant tracking, while the grantee manages logistics and operational support. --- ## Due Dates - **Application Deadline:** May 31, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Total Funding Available:** $18,000 - **Award Ceiling/Floor:** $18,000 (single award) - **Project Duration:** 1 year - **Funding Instrument:** Cooperative Agreement - **Cost Sharing/Matching:** Not required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations. - **Ineligible Applicants:** For-profit entities, individuals, and government agencies are not eligible. --- ## Application Process - Submit a full proposal by the deadline via the [MyGrants portal](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=7af771858755ae90203441d6cebb35df&view=Default). - The proposal should address how the organization will manage the center’s daily operations (utilities, rent, adviser’s salary, internet, and in-country travel) and support the outlined objectives. - The EducationUSA adviser will be appointed by the U.S. Embassy and will coordinate programming and outreach. --- ## Additional Information - The grantee will be responsible for all logistical and operational aspects of the center, including financial management and reporting. - The EducationUSA adviser will focus on programming, outreach, and applicant support, in line with Department of State guidelines. - The program aims to enhance U.S.-Albania educational ties and support internationalization efforts for U.S. and Albanian institutions. --- ## External Links - [Full Grants.gov Opportunity Announcement](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358810) - [MyGrants Application Portal](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=7af771858755ae90203441d6cebb35df&view=Default) - [Assistance Listing 19.022 – Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs](https://sam.gov/content/assistance-listings) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-------------------------------------|----------------------| | U.S. Mission to Albania| TiranaUSConsulate@state.gov | (355)-424-7285 | | Program Questions | tiranayouthoutreach@state.gov | |

EducationUSA 2025-2026

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