English Language Teaching and Learning Program

About this funding opportunity

The U.S. Department of State announces an open competition to deliver in-person, specialized

English language teacher training and direct student instruction aligned with priority sectors such

as space, critical minerals, rare earths, energy, high technology, business and trade, agriculture,

media, and security. As U.S. engagement with Uzbekistan increases, English proficiency has

become a strategic asset, enabling business and trade professionals, government officials,

journalists, security personnel, agribusiness practitioners, and technology specialists to engage

directly with Americans, access English-language resources, and generate opportunities that

advance U.S. commercial and strategic interests.

A shortage of highly proficient English teachers in Uzbekistan limits learners' access to

functional, sector-specific English instruction. This program addresses that gap by training

teachers to deliver specialized language instruction while simultaneously providing direct

instruction to students and emerging professionals in key sectors. Program activities will

promote enhanced knowledge of American culture and entrepreneurial spirit alongside language

gains, equipping participants to more effectively engage with and operate within U.S.

professional environments. The bulk of activities will be delivered in person. Funded programs

will run for no more than two years and will produce measurable gains in English proficiency

across priority professional communities.

Topic areas: Education and Training, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), General and Cross-cutting R&D.

Funding amount

This cooperative agreement provides $200K-$500K in funding, up to $500K per award.

Deadline

Applications are due Aug 17, 2026. Confirm the exact closing time on the official program page before applying.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• Other
• NGOs
• Public Authorities

Eligibility

Eligible ApplicantsThe following not-for-profit organizations are eligible to apply:● Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/nongovernmental organizations ● Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions For-profit entities, even those that may fall into the categories listed above, are not eligible to apply for this NOFO. Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, nonprofit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. For more information on the difference between sub-contract and sub-recipient, please refer to 2 CFR 200.331.

Agency

English Language Teaching and Learning Program is administered by U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan (UZB), listed via Grants.gov.