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U.S. Mission to Rwanda Solicits Alumni-Led Projects for 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund

The U.S. Mission to Rwanda, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) to support alumni-led projects that strengthen U.S.–Rwanda partnerships. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Kigali, Public Diplomacy Section - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, public and private educational institutions, and individuals - Project teams must include at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs - Services Requested: - Design, planning, and implementation of projects in education, health, technology, and commercial collaboration - Project support includes monitoring, evaluation, and reporting - Funding Details: - Up to two cooperative agreements anticipated - Award amounts range from $5,000 to $35,000 per project - Cost sharing or matching is encouraged - Unique Requirements: - Projects must advance U.S. policy objectives, foster commercial diplomacy, and build job readiness for Rwandan youth and professionals - Measurable results, lasting partnerships, and increased visibility of U.S. innovation are prioritized - Compliance with U.S. Embassy guidelines is mandatory - No specific OEMs or commercial product vendors are mentioned, as the opportunity funds programmatic activities rather than product procurement

Description

The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) supports projects led by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to promote shared prosperity and strengthen partnerships between the United States and Rwanda. The fund prioritizes initiatives that support economic growth and expand U.S. engagement in Rwanda through education, health, technology, or commercial collaboration. Projects should deliver measurable results, build lasting partnerships, and contribute to continued shared prosperity. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals who are alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs, with project teams including at least two alumni.

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