This grant supports programs that encourage high-tech research and innovation between the U.S., Bahrain, and the U.K. under the C-SIPA agreement. It's about building partnerships in defense, economy, and technology to make these countries safer and more prosperous.
Who it's for: This grant is for nonprofits, both with and without 501(c)(3) status, public and state colleges or universities, and Native American tribal organizations. Ideal applicants are those who can collaborate with U.S. private sector partners and involve all three C-SIPA countries.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with U.S. private sector partners
- No involvement of all three C-SIPA countries
- Proposals outside the focus of economic or advanced technology cooperation
- Applications from for-profit organizations
- Proposals not aligned with C-SIPA pillars
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
- Partnership agreements with U.S. private sector
- Budget plan
- Timeline for project implementation
- Letters of support from involved partners
- Documentation of past project successes
- Organizational chart
- Resumes of key personnel
- Evidence of capacity to manage funds
Cautions
- Ensure direct collaboration with U.S. private sector partners
- Engage all three C-SIPA countries in your proposal
- Align your project with the C-SIPA pillars
- Check the full announcement for specific criteria
- Contact the provided email for any questions
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with and without 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, and other Native American tribal organizations. These entities should focus on fostering collaboration in high-tech research and innovation, particularly involving U.S. private sector partners and all three C-SIPA countries.
Overview
This grant is for nonprofits, both with and without 501(c)(3) status, public and state colleges or universities, and Native American tribal organizations. Ideal applicants are those who can collaborate with U.S. private sector partners and involve all three C-SIPA countries.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of collaboration with U.S. private sector partners
- No involvement of all three C-SIPA countries
- Proposals outside the focus of economic or advanced technology cooperation
- Applications from for-profit organizations
- Proposals not aligned with C-SIPA pillars
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support collaboration among academic institutions and private sector partners, focusing on economic and advanced technology cooperation. This includes building technology partnerships and promoting secure, market-driven innovations.
Total Program Funding
$180,000
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 6, 2026(23 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 5, 2026
Application Checklist
- Read the full grant announcement
- Draft a detailed project proposal
- Secure partnerships with U.S. private sector
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather letters of support
- Compile organizational documents
- Submit application by July 6, 2026