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U.S. Embassy Libreville Solicits Alumni-Led Project Proposals for AEIF 2026 Grants

This opportunity invites proposals for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026, managed by the U.S. Embassy Libreville: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Embassy Libreville, Public Affairs Section (Department of State) - Eligible Applicants: - Teams led by at least two alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs (e.g., IVLP, YALI, Fulbright, Humphrey Fellowship, Mandela Washington Fellowship, OEP) - Not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, individuals, and public international organizations may participate - Products/Services Requested: - Design and implementation of projects that strengthen U.S.-Gabon ties in entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, education, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship - Projects must be completed within twelve months - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Alumni leadership is mandatory - Projects must have measurable outcomes and align with U.S. foreign policy priorities - Excludes support for partisan political activity, charitable/development activities, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, or commercial projects - Funding Details: - Individual awards range from $5,000 to $35,000 - Total available funding is up to $70,000 - Place of Performance: - U.S. Embassy Libreville, Gabon

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The U.S. Embassy in Libreville announces an open competition for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). This fund supports projects designed and led by alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Gabon and advance shared priorities. Projects should advance U.S. foreign policy priorities, promote people-to-people engagement, and highlight American excellence in areas such as entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, education, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship. Proposals must be submitted by teams including at least two alumni of U.S. government exchange programs and projects will have a performance period of up to twelve months.

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