[U.S. Mission to Kenya](https://ke.usembassy.gov)

April 23, 2026 (Questions deadline) | May 29, 2026 (Full application deadline)

$3,300,000 total; one award; project period up to 36 months

Supports a large-scale academic and tech exchange to strengthen U.S.-Kenya university linkages in science, technology, and engineering, advancing American economic and commercial interests.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, issued by the U.S. Mission to Kenya, supports the launch of an academic and technology innovation exchange in honor of America’s 250th anniversary. The program is designed to catalyze targeted partnerships between U.S. and Kenyan universities in sectors critical to American global leadership, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, and innovation. The core of the initiative is a semester-long exchange for 76 high-potential Kenyan undergraduates to study at U.S. universities, followed by externships with American companies operating in Kenya. The program seeks to strengthen bilateral ties, promote American commercial interests, and build a prestigious brand for U.S.-Kenya collaboration in the tech sector. --- ## Due Dates - **April 23, 2026**: Deadline to submit questions regarding the solicitation (by 11:59 PM EAT) - **May 29, 2026**: Full application submission deadline (by 11:59 PM EAT) --- ## Funding Amount - **Total funding available:** $3,300,000 (pending availability of funds) - **Number of awards:** 1 - **Award size:** $3,300,000 (single cooperative agreement) - **Project period:** Up to 36 months --- ## Eligibility Eligible organizations include: - Not-for-profit organizations, including American universities and think tanks - Public and private educational institutions - For-profit exchange-management organizations **Additional requirements:** - All organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active registration in SAM.gov. - Only one proposal per organization is permitted; multiple submissions from the same organization will render all proposals ineligible. - Individuals are not eligible to apply. --- ## Application Process - **Submission methods:** Applications may be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361877) or by email to NairobiGrants@state.gov. - **Required documents:** SF-424, SF-424A, proposal (max 7 pages), detailed budget and justification, key personnel resumes, letters of support from partners, proof of registration, and (if applicable) NICRA. - **Proposal content:** Must address program goals, methods, timeline, personnel, partners, and include a monitoring & evaluation plan. - **Cost sharing:** Encouraged but not required. - **Questions:** Submit to NairobiGrants@state.gov by April 23, 2026. Responses will be posted publicly. --- ## Additional Information - **Restrictions:** No funding for construction, direct social services, medical assistance, fundraising, lobbying, partisan political activity, or projects primarily for organizational growth. - **Branding:** All materials must follow Department of State and Freedom 250 branding requirements. - **Reporting:** Quarterly programmatic and financial reports required; additional compliance with federal and Department of State regulations applies. - **Selection criteria:** Program quality and feasibility, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, and monitoring & evaluation. --- ## External Links - [Full Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361877) - [U.S. Mission to Kenya](https://ke.usembassy.gov) - [Contact the U.S. Embassy Nairobi](https://ke.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/embassy/contact-us/) - [Notice of Funding Opportunity Document (DOCX)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/NOFO-U.S.-Kenya-Freedom-250-Tech-and-Innovation-Exchange.docx) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------|--------------------| | U.S. Embassy in Kenya | NairobiGrants@state.gov | (254)-363-6000 | For questions about the application process, email NairobiGrants@state.gov. For technical issues with Grants.gov, contact the Grants.gov Help Desk. ---

U.S.-Kenya Freedom 250 Tech and Innovation Exchange

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