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Grants for Alumni-Led Projects Advancing U.S. Policy in Malaysia and Borneo

The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, Public Diplomacy Section (U.S. Department of State), is seeking proposals for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) Malaysia 2026 to support alumni of U.S. government exchange programs. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, Public Diplomacy Section - Eligible Applicants: - Alumni of U.S. government exchange programs (individuals, nonprofits, educational institutions, public international organizations) - Funding Details: - Up to four cooperative agreements - Awards range from $5,000 to $100,000 - Two funding tracks: - General AEIF Grants for alumni-led initiatives advancing U.S. policy priorities - AEIF Borneo Alumni Reunion 2026: tri-national summit for alumni from Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei - Project Requirements: - Projects must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States (Freedom250) - Must align with U.S. Administration goals (e.g., maritime security, digital economy, trade, counter-transnational crime, freedom of speech) - Focus on network building, partnership strengthening, and leadership/community projects - Period of Performance: - Up to 12 months for each project - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant for project proposals rather than procurement of products or equipment - Place of Performance: - Malaysia and the Borneo region (Malaysia, Indonesia, Brunei) - U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur, Public Diplomacy Section as the contracting office

Description

The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur announces an open, competitive opportunity for alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to propose projects that expand the impact of America's investment in their professional development. There are two options: Option 1 supports Malaysian alumni with grants ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 for practical initiatives advancing U.S. policy priorities. Option 2 funds a tri-national summit called the AEIF Borneo Alumni Reunion 2026 with up to $100,000 to build a powerful alumni network across Borneo. All proposals must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and align with key U.S. Administration goals.

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