At a glance
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The EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program is a grant opportunity from the U.S. Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. It's designed to help high-achieving Zimbabwean students apply to U.S. colleges and universities by covering initial costs like test fees and application fees. The grant provides up to $54,000 for an organization to manage this program for the 2026–2027 cycle.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that can manage educational support programs in Zimbabwe, specifically those that can assist students in applying to U.S. higher education institutions.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Inability to operate in Zimbabwe
- Lack of experience in educational program management
- Failure to provide required documentation
- Not meeting the application deadline
- Proposing a budget exceeding the award range
What You May Need
- Proof of organizational eligibility
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan within $50,000 - $54,000
- Experience in educational advising
- Plan for virtual implementation
- Documentation of past program successes
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support or partnership
- Staff resumes or CVs
- Registration with relevant authorities
Cautions
- Ensure all costs are approved and within budget
- Adhere to the 10% cap on administrative expenses
- Program must be able to operate virtually
- Strict adherence to selection criteria is required