Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #PAS-JAKARTA-FY26-02
Grant Competition for Alumni-Led Projects Supporting U.S. Policy in Indonesia
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
May 10, 2026
Identifier
PAS-JAKARTA-FY26-02
NAICS
813211
The U.S. Mission to Indonesia, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) grant competition. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Indonesia, Public Affairs Section - Opportunity Overview: - Grant competition for alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs - Two awards anticipated, with a total funding pool of $70,000 - Individual grant awards range from $5,000 to $35,000 - Project Requirements: - Projects must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States - Must advance U.S. policy objectives in Indonesia - Priority areas: - Security against transnational threats - Artificial intelligence and digital innovation - Entrepreneurship and market-based growth - Projects must deliver tangible benefits to U.S. interests and align with specified priority areas - Eligibility and Notable Requirements: - Teams must consist of at least two alumni from eligible U.S. government exchange programs - Only individuals (not organizations) may apply - U.S. citizen alumni cannot serve as lead applicants - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grant for project proposals, not a procurement of products or services.
Description
The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 is a grant competition by the U.S. Mission to Indonesia aimed at increasing the impact of U.S. government-funded exchange programs by supporting alumni-led projects. The projects must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and contribute to making the U.S. safer, stronger, and more prosperous. Priority areas include security against transnational threats, artificial intelligence and digital innovation, and entrepreneurship and market-based growth. Eligible applicants are individuals who are alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs, with project teams consisting of at least two alumni. The grant awards range from $5,000 to $35,000, with a total funding of $70,000 available for two awards.