# Enhancing and Supporting the Network of American Spaces in Armenia

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/assf-fy26-arm-2-enhancing-and-supporting-the-network-of-american-spaces/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/363541

> U.S. Mission to Armenia offered grants of up to $111,400 (at least $111,400) to nonprofits and colleges and universities. It expected to make one award worth $111,400 in total. Applications closed on September 10, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | ASSF-FY26-ARM-2 |
| Agency | U.S. Mission to Armenia |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | September 10, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | $111,400 |
| Award floor | $111,400 |
| Expected awards | 1 |
| Total funding | $111,400 |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 19.441 |

## Who can apply

- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education

The following organizations are eligible to apply: ● Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations ● Public and private educational institutions

## What the grant funds

The American Spaces network in Armenia is one of the United States’ strongest and most trusted platforms for advancing education, innovation, and people‑to‑people engagement. These Spaces demonstrate American excellence through open, reliable environments and high‑quality programming shaped by U.S. educational and technological leadership. They provide direct access to reliable information, modern skills, and innovative approaches that deepen understanding of American standards and reinforce the United States’ role as a leading partner in education, English language learning, cultural programming, AI, digital engagement, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The network includes the American Center Yerevan, Yerevan American Corner, Yerevan American Corner–TechnoLab, Vanadzor American Corner, Charentsavan American Corner, and Kapan American Corner. Together, these Spaces form a nationwide network delivering American expertise and high‑standard programming to Armenian communities. These locations serve as the primary sites for programming and project implementation under this funding opportunity. Armenia’s rapidly evolving educational and technological landscape has increased demand for high‑quality learning opportunities grounded in global standards-particularly American innovation and academic excellence. Young people, educators, and professionals seek practical competencies for a digital economy shaped by rapid change and emerging skills needs. This initiative expands modern, U.S. government‑aligned programming across the American Spaces network. It promotes access to high‑quality American educational resources, supports English language mastery through proven methodologies, strengthens digital readiness and STEM understanding, and encourages innovative and entrepreneurial thinking inspired by American innovation ecosystems. It also advances responsible use of emerging technologies by helping participants identify AI‑generated content, understand algorithmic bias, and use technological tools responsibly. The initiative is aligned with the official U.S.

## Questions people ask

### Is ASSF-FY26-ARM-2 still open?

No. It closed on September 10, 2026.

### Who can apply for Enhancing and Supporting the Network of American Spaces in Armenia?

U.S. Mission to Armenia accepted applications from nonprofits and colleges and universities. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Enhancing and Supporting the Network of American Spaces in Armenia?

Closed September 10, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $111,400 each. About $111,400 in total for one award.

### Who has won ECA – American Spaces grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Project Harmony Inc, Kazakhstan Amcorners Network, Oo. The program made 1,809 awards worth $35.9 million in that time.