Simpler Grants.gov #001-2026

U.S. Embassy Burkina Faso Solicits Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Proposals for Public Service Projects

The U.S. Embassy in Burkina Faso, under the U.S. Department of State, is seeking proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF): - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy Burkina Faso, Public Diplomacy Section - Purpose and Scope: - Soliciting proposals from teams of at least two alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs - Projects must be public service-oriented and support U.S. Mission goals and U.S. foreign policy objectives - Special emphasis on Freedom250-themed engagements celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $70,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $35,000 - Anticipated number of awards: 2 - Eligibility and Requirements: - Applicants must be alumni, alumni associations, or Public Diplomacy Sections partnering with alumni - Each project must involve at least two alumni - Projects must celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary and align with Mission priorities - No cost sharing required, but encouraged - Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and be registered in SAM.gov (not required for individuals) - Period of Performance: - 12 months, with projects expected to be completed by September 2027 - Place of Performance: - Primary place of performance is Burkina Faso, with potential for multiple locations within the country - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a grant for public service projects rather than procurement of goods or commercial services.

Description

The U.S. Embassy Burkina Faso announces an open competition for past participants of U.S. government-funded and sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (2026 AEIF). The fund supports teams of at least two alumni to develop public service-oriented projects that align with Mission goals and foreign policy objectives. The program aims to amplify the return on investment in exchange programs by funding projects that promote U.S. foreign policy goals and community benefits. Proposals must be submitted by April 20, 2026, and awards range from $5,000 to $35,000 with a total available funding of $70,000.

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