FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Published: May 7, 2026

Updated: Jun 17, 2026

Source: grants_gov

About This Opportunity

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs (United States) seeks grant funding — FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech. ICT & digital. Submission deadline Jul 2026.

This is a grants contract in the information and communication technology, culture and heritage and trade and industry sectors, with a focus on artificial intelligence and Arts. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 1.3 million. Proposals must be submitted before July 6, 2026.

Published through Grants.gov, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for grants in the information and communication technology sector. Grant applications generally require a detailed project proposal, a clear results framework, and evidence of the applicant's capacity to deliver the proposed activities. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The U.S. Creative Tech Exchange (U.S.CTX) is a new international arts exchange program that drives economic growth by connecting U.S. creative professionals and technologists with international peers working at the intersection of the arts and emerging technologies, especially artificial intelligence (AI). The goal is to position American technology as a key driver of American innovation, economic, and cultural influence in art and technology, For the purposes of this program, “arts” refers specifically to architecture, creative coding and gaming, fashion, graphic design, music and immersive art such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR); but excludes film and television.

U.S.CTX will support up to 30 participants through short-term, hands-on activities such as collaborative labs, fellowships, workshops, and public showcases.

ECA will award one U.S.-based nonprofit or educational organization $1.32 million to design and implement the program in close coordination with ECA and U.S. embassies. Applicants should propose a concept that leverages their strengths and includes clear plans for recruitment, program delivery, and measurable outcomes in creative arts, economic impact, and public diplomacy.

Please see the Notice of Funding Opportunity for additional information.

Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs

CFDA: 19.415

Eligible Applicants: Please see full announcement.

Applicant Types: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education; Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Cost Sharing: No

More Info: Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs Organizational Funding Opportunities — https://www.state.gov/eca-grant-opportunities/

Contact: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Email: nelsonjg2@state.gov

Data provenance

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About Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs has issued 34 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 15 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Information & Communication Technology, and Culture, Heritage & Tourism. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Grants.gov. Most recent publication: June 16, 2026.

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What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is $1,320,000 - $1,320,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

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When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 6, 2026. You have 13 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

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What type of contract is this?

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