This grant aims to boost trade and investment between the U.S. and Nigeria by fostering partnerships between U.S. companies and Nigerian professionals in the creative and digital sectors. It focuses on areas like intellectual property, digital rights, and content creation, and is designed to support economic growth and job creation in both countries.
Who it's for: This grant is for Nigerian creative and tech professionals, entrepreneurs, exchange program alumni, university faculty, and U.S. companies in sectors like streaming, entertainment law, fashion, venture capital, and AI that are interested in partnering with Nigerian talent.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit entities
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in creative or digital sectors
- Entities without a clear connection to U.S.-Nigeria trade
- Applications lacking cost-sharing/matching
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Partnership agreements or letters of intent
- Cost-sharing/matching documentation
- Organizational background and experience
- List of key personnel and their qualifications
- Evidence of past successful projects
- Legal documentation (e.g., incorporation papers)
Cautions
- Cost-sharing or matching funds are required
- Projects must align with one of the seven priority themes
- Ensure all partners are eligible and committed
- Be prepared to measure economic benefits for U.S. companies
- Strict adherence to application deadlines
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include public and state institutions of higher education, other Native American tribal organizations, nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status. These organizations must be involved in sectors relevant to the grant's focus on creative and digital industries, and should be capable of fostering U.S.-Nigeria trade relations.
Overview
This grant is for Nigerian creative and tech professionals, entrepreneurs, exchange program alumni, university faculty, and U.S. companies in sectors like streaming, entertainment law, fashion, venture capital, and AI that are interested in partnering with Nigerian talent.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit entities
- Individuals
- Organizations not involved in creative or digital sectors
- Entities without a clear connection to U.S.-Nigeria trade
- Applications lacking cost-sharing/matching
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop projects that enhance U.S.-Nigeria trade relations, such as building intellectual property infrastructure, activating exchange alumni networks, and creating content for digital platforms. Projects should aim to create economic opportunities and strengthen commercial ties.
Total Program Funding
$500,000
Expected Awards
10
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 20, 2026(28 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 19, 2026
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility of your organization
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Gather proof of nonprofit status or other eligibility
- Secure partnership agreements or letters of intent
- Document cost-sharing/matching funds
- Compile organizational background and experience
- List key personnel and their qualifications
- Submit application by the deadline