EducationUSA 2025-2026
ID: 358810Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Albania (DOS-ALB)

Award Range

$18K - $18K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Earmark

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358810

Additional Information

https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=7af771858755ae90203441d6cebb35df&view=Default
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Albania is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to manage the operations of the EducationUSA advising center for the 2025-2026 period. The selected organization will oversee daily operations, including logistics, utilities, rent, and the salary of the appointed EducationUSA adviser, who will focus on outreach, advising, and applicant tracking. This initiative is crucial for fostering connections between Albanians and Americans while promoting U.S. higher education opportunities. The total funding available for this cooperative agreement is $18,000, with a proposal submission deadline of May 31, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out via email at tiranayouthoutreach@state.gov for further information.

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