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English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant

This is a one-award implementation opportunity to provide English-language instruction for Iraqi youth in central and southern Iraq. The stated purpose links English skills to access to higher education, employment, exchange programs, and global engagement. Applicants must show experience developing and administering similar programs and either capacity to operate in Iraq or active partnerships with organizations operating there. The listed award range is $450,000–$500,000, with no required cost share.

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Potential award

$450,000–$500,000

Time remaining

5 days

Application load

Moderate effort

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Does your proposed work directly align with Education, Workforce Development, Youth Development, Community Development?

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Education, Workforce Development, Youth Development, Community Development

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Geography

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Organization size

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Program area

Education, Workforce Development, Youth Development, Community Development

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Population served

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Matching funds

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What the funder is trying to accomplish

The U.S. Embassy Baghdad Public Diplomacy Section seeks to provide Iraqi youth with educational opportunities through English-language instruction in accordance with Mission Iraq goals. It identifies English skills as a tool for access to higher education, employment, exchange programs, and broader global engagement.

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Strong-fit project signals

Documented experience developing and administering programs similar to the proposed work. Existing capacity to operate in Iraq, or active partnerships with organizations operating in Iraq. A youth-focused English-language instruction approach that credibly supports the opportunity’s stated education, employment, exchange, and global-engagement purposes. An applicant type expressly listed in the additional eligibility information, including U.S. or foreign nonprofits, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, public or private educational institutions, public international organizations, or governmental institutions.

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What reviewers may prioritize

No formal review criteria or scoring weights are included in the supplied evidence. The most defensible inferred priorities are proof of similar-program experience, credible Iraq operating capacity or active local partnerships, and a direct connection between English-language instruction for Iraqi youth and the opportunity’s stated outcomes.

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What this grant funds

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.

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Award range: $450,000–$500,000
Total program funding: $500,000
Expected awards: 1
Geography: National
Cost share: Not indicated
Assistance listing: Not specified

Mission alignment

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Geographic fit

National

Working plan

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Requirements captured

Other requirements: ● 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.
Submission system: Grants.gov
Attachments: Link to Opportunity in MyGrants
Contact: U.S. Mission to Iraq · 703-516-1684

Official deadline

August 28, 2026

Moderate effort based on requirements currently captured.

August 23, 2026
Draft the narrative and detailed budget.
August 24, 2026
Finalize project design, outcomes, and supporting evidence.
August 25, 2026
Confirm eligibility, registrations, partners, and internal approval.
August 26, 2026
Submit early and preserve the confirmation receipt.

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Source record

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Verification: verified
Source: grants gov
Last checked: 8/21/2026, 9:01:43 AM
Content updated: 8/11/2026, 7:31:28 PM
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Material changes

8/10/2026
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Quick answersFrequently asked questionsGet concise answers about English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant.

Is English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant currently open?

Yes, based on the latest source record. The deadline is August 28, 2026, with 5 days remaining. Because funders can amend or extend notices, confirm the date and submission instructions on the official application page. The source was last checked 8/21/2026.

How much funding does English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant provide?

English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant lists $450,000–$500,000 per award. The total program funding recorded is $500,000. DOS-IRQ expects to make approximately 1 award, although the final number may vary.

Who can apply to English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant?

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Applicants should still complete the eligibility quiz and verify every condition in the official notice; a general fit does not override exclusions or registration requirements.

Does English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant require matching funds?

No cost-share requirement is indicated in the captured source facts. Applicants should still verify the official budget instructions in case an amendment, program track, or specific cost category carries additional conditions.

What should I prepare before applying to English Access Microscholarship Program for Central and Southern Iraq Grant?

Moderate effort is expected. The captured requirements include other requirements, submission system, attachments, contact. Start by confirming eligibility and registrations, then work backward from August 28, 2026 using the preparation plan above.