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Egypt Annual Program Statement

Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Department of State

Deadline
January 1, 2099The deadline for submission for the initial round of proposals closed on August 31, 2026, at 11:59pm ET. Applications…
Award size
Up to $25 millionAbout 7 awards
Matching funds
Not required
Fit for small groups
Better for larger organizations

In plain language

This grant helps organizations in Egypt that support U.S. commercial goals. It pays for projects that help American businesses and promote trade. The money can be used for things like training and infrastructure.

The money can pay for

  • Trade facilitation
  • Workforce training
  • Infrastructure development
  • Economic recovery

Who can apply

Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, for-profit organizations, and international or government institutions can apply.

Is it a fit for a small group?

Better for larger organizations. This grant is mainly for larger organizations and focuses on U.S. commercial goals, which may not align with the work of small community nonprofits.

Before you apply

  • Applicants must operate legally in Egypt
  • Projects must support U.S. commercial interests
  • No matching funds are required
  • Federal applicants need an active registration at SAM.gov and a Grants.gov account. Registration can take several weeks, so start early.

This summary was written by GrantGather with AI, based on the official listing. It can contain mistakes. Check the official listing on Grants.gov before you apply.

From the official listing

The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) seeks proposals for projects in Egypt that advance U.S. commercial diplomacy and put American interests first. Proposals must demonstrate how projects will leverage assistance as a tool of statecraft to advance U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives. Programming should promote trade, not aid, by leveraging assistance resources to champion American enterprise and infrastructure and catalyze private capital through market principles. Proposals may address sectors including: energy development and exports; trade facilitation; emerging technologies (particularly AI and telecommunications); critical infrastructure (aviation, transport); critical minerals; regional economic integration; advanced manufacturing; workforce training aligned with U.S. business needs; and economic recovery in…

Read the full description

The Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs’ Office of Assistance Coordination (NEA/AC) seeks proposals for projects in Egypt that advance U.S. commercial diplomacy and put American interests first. Proposals must demonstrate how projects will leverage assistance as a tool of statecraft to advance U.S. economic, security, and diplomatic objectives. Programming should promote trade, not aid, by leveraging assistance resources to champion American enterprise and infrastructure and catalyze private capital through market principles. Proposals may address sectors including: energy development and exports; trade facilitation; emerging technologies (particularly AI and telecommunications); critical infrastructure (aviation, transport); critical minerals; regional economic integration; advanced manufacturing; workforce training aligned with U.S. business needs; and economic recovery in conflict-affected areas. Projects should orient implementing partners toward the American business community, foster burden-sharing, and demonstrate how they will help U.S. businesses secure foreign contracts and tenders for key projects. Review country-specific guidance in the sections below and tailor your proposal to address identified priorities. NEA/AC may decide to grant multiple awards, one award, or no awards, subject to funding availability and proposal viability.

Opportunity number
DFOP0018819
Posted
September 2, 2026
Eligible applicants
Others (see eligibility details)
Eligibility details
Applicants must be able to operate legally in Egypt. The following are eligible to apply: - Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations - Public and private educational institutions - For-profit organizations, such as corporations and commercial firms- Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions
Assistance listing
19.600 Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Agency contact
Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
NEA-Grants@state.gov
703-516-1684
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Nonprofits are eligible here through the “Others” category. Read the eligibility details carefully.