Grants.gov listing
U.S.-D.R. Technology and Science Fair
- Agency
- U.S. Mission to the Dominican Republic
- Number
- S-DR860-26-NOFO-0003
- Type
- Federal Grant
- Posted
- 2026-06-11T00:00:00+00:00
- Response deadline
- Jul 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT (5 days left)
- Award range
- $30K – $80K
Summary
<p>1. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives</p><p>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 envision future collaboration with U.S. partners.</p><p>This program seeks to address these challenges by creating a high-visibility public event that connects Dominican audiences with U.S. companies, entrepreneurs, innovators, and technology leaders through interactive and practical experiences. The U.S. Tech and Science Innovation Fair will showcase U.S. leadership in technology and inno…