Experiment E.V.

Experiment E.V., registered in SAM.gov as a non-profit corporate entity based in Bonn, Germany, is an organization focused on international cultural exchange and civic engagement programs. The entity, doing business as Echo, has established itself as a partner with U.S. government agencies in facilitating cross-cultural educational initiatives, primarily working with young people to promote understanding and combat social issues like discrimination. Registered since March 2019 with a current SAM.gov registration valid through July 2026, Experiment E.V. demonstrates a sustained commitment to international collaboration and educational programming.

The organization has been awarded multiple federal grants from key U.S. government agencies, including the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs. These grants primarily support youth-oriented programs such as the USA For You program, which involves engaging 15-person groups of young Germans in cultural exchange and civic education initiatives. Specific grant-funded activities include NFL International Games programming across five German consulates to showcase American sports excellence, conducting "Colored Glasses" anti-racism and anti-discrimination training, and implementing civic education programs designed to empower young participants to actively address social challenges. The grants are structured as cooperative agreements and project grants, with award dates ranging from September 2023 to September 2025 and completion dates extending through December 2026, indicating a strategic, multi-year approach to international cultural programming.