This grant supports the creation and management of a program called the Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program. It's a five-week summer initiative in 2027 for young foreign students to learn about economic prosperity and governance in the U.S. The program includes academic residencies and field experiences, with a focus on showcasing American success and innovation.
Who it's for: Organizations that can design and run educational programs for young international students, focusing on themes like economic growth and governance. This includes public and state colleges, certain nonprofits, and Native American tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in managing international educational programs
- Inability to host academic residencies at a U.S. institution
- Failure to provide a detailed program plan
- Non-compliance with grant guidelines
- Missing the application deadline
What You May Need
- Detailed program proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of ability to host international students
- Partnership agreements with U.S. educational institutions
- Plan for follow-on engagement
- Organizational background information
- Registration with relevant federal systems
Cautions
- Ensure the program highlights American success and innovation.
- Program must include both academic and field experiences.
- Participants must be foreign undergraduate students aged 18-25.
- Strict adherence to the themes is required.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include any organization that can design and implement the program, such as public and state institutions of higher education, certain nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and other Native American tribal organizations. The eligibility is unrestricted, meaning a wide range of entities can apply.
Overview
Organizations that can design and run educational programs for young international students, focusing on themes like economic growth and governance. This includes public and state colleges, certain nonprofits, and Native American tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of experience in managing international educational programs
- Inability to host academic residencies at a U.S. institution
- Failure to provide a detailed program plan
- Non-compliance with grant guidelines
- Missing the application deadline
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement the program, including costs for academic residencies, field experiences, and follow-on engagement activities. The budget should align with the themes of economic prosperity and governance.
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Jun 26, 2026(13 days)
- Archive Date
- Jul 26, 2026
Application Checklist
- Review the Notice of Funding Opportunity for detailed guidelines.
- Prepare a comprehensive program proposal.
- Develop a budget that aligns with program goals.
- Establish partnerships with U.S. educational institutions.
- Plan for participant recruitment and selection.
- Outline a follow-on engagement strategy.
- Submit the application by the deadline.