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Grant Opportunity for Alumni-Led Public Service Projects in Lebanon (2026 AEIF)

This opportunity invites alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to propose and implement public service projects in Lebanon under the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut - Eligible Applicants: - Teams of at least two alumni from U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $35,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $35,000 - Up to two awards anticipated - Project Requirements: - Projects must align with U.S. administration priorities such as promoting American excellence, freedom of speech, economic partnerships, anti-corruption, and safety - All project activities must take place outside the United States and its territories (specifically in Lebanon) - Projects must be completed within 18 months - No cost sharing or matching required - Mandatory team composition: at least two eligible alumni per project - Notable Aspects: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is a grant for public service initiatives - Continuation grants may be considered based on progress and funding - Place of Performance and Administration: - Projects implemented in Lebanon - Grant administered by the U.S. Embassy in Beirut

Description

The Public Diplomacy Section at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut is offering the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), an annual grant program to support alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in developing and implementing projects that promote shared interests and benefit local communities. The program invites teams of at least two alumni to submit proposals aligned with U.S. administration priorities such as promoting American excellence, enhancing safety, strengthening the U.S., and supporting prosperity or freedom of speech. Awards range from $5,000 to $35,000 with a total funding pool of $35,000, and projects must be completed within 18 months. No cost sharing is required, and all project activities must take place outside the United States and its territories.

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