U.S.-D.R. Technology and Science Fair
1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo seeks to increase Dominican engagement with U.S.-linked opportunities in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging industries at a time when fields such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, engineering, cybersecurity, and
| Agency | U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic |
|---|---|
| Status | Posted |
| Opportunity number | S-DR860-26-NOFO-0003 |
| Posted date | 06/11/2026 |
| Application deadline | Jul 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Award ceiling | 80,000 |
| Award floor | 30,000 |
| Estimated total funding | 80,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 10 |
| Who can apply | ● U.S. and Dominican not-for-profit organizations ● Chambers of commerce and business associations ● Entrepreneurship and innovation hubs ● Technology and startup incubators/accelerators ● Higher education institutions ● Alumni associations ● Civil society organizations with experience in STEM, entrepreneurship, workforce development, or youth programming |
| Assistance Listing (CFDA) | 19.040 |
| Description | 1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives The U.S. Embassy in Santo Domingo seeks to increase Dominican engagement with U.S.-linked opportunities in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging industries at a time when fields such as semiconductors, artificial intelligence, engineering, cybersecurity, and digital innovation are reshaping the global economy and workforce. The Dominican Republic has a growing ecosystem of students, entrepreneurs, startups, and innovation-focused institutions interested in STEM and technology-related sectors. However, many young Dominicans and emerging professionals have limited direct exposure to U.S. companies, innovation ecosystems, entrepreneurial models, and private-sector leaders that can help them access international opportunities and en |
| Agency contact | santodomingogrants@state.gov |
| Official listing | https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362758 |