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U.S. Embassy Sofia Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) Grant Competition

The U.S. Embassy Sofia, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) grant competition. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Sofia, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Overview: - Grants for alumni-led projects that strengthen U.S.-Bulgaria cooperation and alumni networks - Focus areas include American innovation, values, energy, entrepreneurship, frontier technologies, education, and celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States - Eligibility and Requirements: - Teams must include at least two alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs - At least one team member must be a Bulgarian residing in Bulgaria - Only alumni teams may apply; organizational partners are permitted - Projects must be completed within 1 to 12 months - Cost sharing is encouraged - Compliance with U.S. Embassy and Department of State standards is required - Funding Details: - Anticipated award amounts range from $5,000 to $35,000 - Funding instrument: grant or fixed amount award - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a grant for programmatic activities, not product procurement.

Description

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Sofia announces an open competition for past participants (alumni) of U.S. government-funded and sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). The program aims to increase the long-term impact of exchange programs by strengthening alumni networks, supporting regional and global collaboration, and building strong relationships between alumni and the U.S. government. Proposals should focus on advancing U.S.-Bulgaria strategic cooperation, promoting American innovation, values, and excellence, and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. Teams must include at least two alumni, with at least one Bulgarian residing in Bulgaria.

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