English Language Teaching and Learning Program
This grant funds in-person English teacher training and direct instruction in Uzbekistan, focusing on key sectors to boost English proficiency and support U.S. commercial and strategic interests.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan
Due Dates: August 15, 2026 (Full application submission) | August 17, 2026 (Grants.gov closing date)
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$500,000 per award; up to $500,000 total available; 2–3 awards; project duration up to 12 months (max 24 months possible per grants.gov)
Summary: Supports in-person English language teacher training and direct student instruction in Uzbekistan, targeting key sectors to strengthen English proficiency and U.S.-Uzbek professional engagement.
Key Information: Not-for-profit and public organizations only; for-profits are ineligible; cost sharing encouraged but not required.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan, funds projects to deliver in-person, specialized English language teacher training and direct student instruction aligned with priority sectors such as space, critical minerals, energy, high technology, business and trade, agriculture, media, and security. As U.S. engagement with Uzbekistan expands, English proficiency is seen as a strategic asset for professionals and emerging leaders in these fields.
The program aims to address the shortage of highly proficient English teachers in Uzbekistan by upskilling educators and providing sector-specific English instruction to students and professionals. Activities must be primarily in person and are expected to result in measurable gains in English proficiency and increased knowledge of American culture and entrepreneurial spirit within priority professional communities.
