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Grants for South African Alumni Projects Supporting U.S. Policy and Freedom 250

The U.S. Department of State, through its U.S. Embassy Pretoria Public Diplomacy Section, is seeking proposals for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 to support projects by alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in South Africa. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Embassy Pretoria, Public Diplomacy Section - Program Details: - Up to three grants available, each ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 - 12-month performance period, with possible non-competitive continuation based on progress and funding - Projects must advance U.S. policy objectives, promote shared interests, and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States (Freedom 250) - Eligible applicants: Teams or associations with at least two non-U.S. citizen alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs - No cost sharing or matching required - Products/Services Requested: - Development and implementation of alumni-led projects - Eligible activities include: essential travel, venue rental, project-related meals, trainer honoraria, equipment and materials, communications, and virtual programming support - Unique Requirements: - Projects must foster alumni networks, leadership, and collaboration - Team lead must be a South African citizen and an alumnus/alumna of a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for program implementation rather than procurement of products.

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s U.S. Mission in South Africa, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) announces an open competition for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). This fund aims to increase the impact of U.S. government investment in exchange participants by supporting alumni in developing and implementing projects that align with U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. All projects must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States (Freedom 250) and support administration goals such as making the U.S. safer, stronger, and more prosperous or defending freedom of speech. Eligible applicants include alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs and alumni associations with specified team leads. The program anticipates awarding up to three grants ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 each, with a performance period of 12 months.

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