FY 2026 Sports Envoy Program

Summary

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) is soliciting applications for the FY 2026 Sports Envoy Program. This program typically deploys American athletes and coaches as cultural diplomacy ambassadors to engage with international communities through sports. The full scope of work, eligibility requirements, and award details are not fully detailed in the synopsis provided.

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Risks & flags

• Synopsis only — full program guidelines, award amounts, and eligibility requirements are not disclosed in available text, limiting competitive intelligence
• No dollar value, matching requirements, or evaluation criteria disclosed in synopsis