OpenFederal grantOpen to for-profit businessesDFOP0018819

Egypt Annual Program Statement

Bureau of Near Eastern AffairsCloses Jan 1, 2099(26378 days left)Up to $25,000,000

Does this fit your business?

This is a U.S. State Department program funding projects in Egypt that serve American commercial diplomacy, trade, energy, technology, and infrastructure interests. It fits organizations that can operate legally in Egypt and can show how their work helps U.S. businesses win contracts there. If your project has no Egypt presence or no link to U.S. economic and security objectives, do not apply.

Best for
Nonprofits and think tanks able to operate legally in Egypt, Educational institutions running workforce or training programs, For-profit firms and corporations that help U.S. businesses win contracts in Egypt, Governmental institutions and public international organizations
Not for
Organizations that cannot operate legally in Egypt, Businesses with no connection to U.S. commercial interests in Egypt, Sectors with no stated priority, such as housing, food and beverage, or environment
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Education & TrainingMatches your industry (training, workforce)
91
Strong Match
Finance & BankingMatches your industry (economic, business)
84
Strong Match
Social Services & NonprofitMatches your industry (community)
81
Strong Match
Energy & Clean TechMatches your industry (energy)
77
Strong Match
Technology & SoftwareMatches your industry (tech)
76
Strong Match
Transportation & LogisticsMatches your industry (transport)
75
Strong Match
Show all 15 industries
Estimated fit by industry, best first
IndustryEstimated fit
Retail & E-CommerceMatches your industry (economic)
74
Good Match
ManufacturingMatches your industry (manufacturing)
73
Good Match
Construction & InfrastructureMatches your industry (infrastructure)
72
Good Match
Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Nothing in this notice points to agriculture & farming
54
Possible Match
Arts & CultureLimit: Nothing in this notice points to arts & culture
54
Possible Match
Environment & ConservationLimit: Nothing in this notice points to environment & conservation
54
Possible Match
Food & BeverageLimit: Nothing in this notice points to food & beverage
54
Possible Match
Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Nothing in this notice points to healthcare & biotech
54
Possible Match
Housing & Real EstateLimit: Nothing in this notice points to housing & real estate
54
Possible Match

These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
Technical assistance, Training, Infrastructure, Economic development, Trade facilitation
Who can apply
Nonprofits, Colleges and universities, For-profit companies, State and local governments
Award range
Up to $25,000,000

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The listing shows a deadline of January 1, 2099, which is a placeholder rather than a real cutoff. The program is currently accepting applications, and NEA/AC may make one award, multiple awards, or none.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
The smallest award is listed as $0 and the largest as $25,000,000, with about 7 awards expected. Total program funding is not published, so treat the range as wide and unconfirmed.
Who can apply for this grant?
Nonprofits (including think tanks and NGOs), public and private educational institutions, for-profit corporations and commercial firms, and public international organizations or governmental institutions may apply. All applicants must be able to operate legally in Egypt.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
The eligibility text does not mention sole proprietors or single-member LLCs. It lists nonprofits, educational institutions, for-profit organizations such as corporations and commercial firms, and public international or governmental institutions, so a solo operator is not clearly covered.
Can a nonprofit apply?
Yes. Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society or non-governmental organizations, are eligible, provided they can operate legally in Egypt.

Summary

U.S. State Department program funding projects in Egypt that advance U.S. commercial diplomacy and economic interests. Eligible: nonprofits, educational institutions, for-profit firms, and public international/governmental organizations able to operate legally in Egypt. Funds support trade facilitation, energy, emerging tech, infrastructure, workforce training, and economic recovery.

About this grant

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.

Who can apply

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

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Economic development
  • Trade
  • Energy
  • Technology
  • Infrastructure

Program contact

Bureau of Near Eastern AffairsNEA-Grants@state.gov703-516-1684

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