Advance U.S. Leadership and global influence by celebrating america 250 through programs that highlight american excellence in education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and democratic values, while…

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) awarded a $183,443 Cooperative Agreement on September 30, 2025, to Coligacao DAS Entidades De Educacao E Cultura Brasil - Estados Unidos under the ECA – American Spaces program (CFDA 19.441). The award supports programming celebrating America 250, the nation's 250th anniversary, through educational and cultural initiatives delivered in partnership with Brazilian institutions. The organization will develop and implement programs that highlight American excellence in education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and democratic values, with particular emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields. These activities reinforce U.S. strength and influence globally while fostering cross-cultural understanding and educational exchange between the United States and Brazil.

As an authorized implementation partner of the American Spaces network, the awardee will leverage its expertise in binational educational programming to deliver English language instruction, STEM education, entrepreneurship development, and cultural exchange activities. The cooperative agreement, which extends through February 1, 2027, represents the Department of State's strategic investment in building connections with international audiences and advancing U.S. foreign policy priorities through civilian educational and cultural engagement in Brazil.

Advance U.S. Leadership and global influence by celebrating america 250 through programs that highlight american excellence in education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and democratic values, while reinforcing U.S. Strength in stem fields.