Synopsis

The U.S. Embassy Baghdad Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition to implement English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq. The Public Diplomacy Section seeks to provide Iraqi youth with educational opportunities through English-language instruction in accordance with Mission Iraq goals. English language skills are an important tool for Iraqi youth seeking access to higher education, employment, exchange programs, and broader engagement with the global community.
Response Date	Aug 28, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	Jul 29, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date
Award Ceiling	500,000
Award Floor	450,000
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Additional Info on Eligibility:

● US and foreign not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations ● Public and private educational institutions ● Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions. ● Have demonstrated experience developing and administering similar programs. ● Have the capacity to operate in Iraq and/or have active partnerships with organization(s) operating in Iraq.

Additional Information

Agency Name	U.S. Mission to Iraq
Link to Additional Information:	Link to Opportunity in MyGrants
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 703-516-1684

CFDA Program(s)

• 19.021: Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa