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Syria Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund FY 2026 – Alumni-Led Project Solicitation

This opportunity invites alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to propose projects for the Syria Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) FY 2026. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Mission to Turkey (in partnership with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Syria Regional Platform) - Eligible Participants: - Teams of at least two alumni from U.S. government exchange programs (excluding U.S. citizens as team leads) - Not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, and academic institutions may partner but cannot apply on behalf of alumni - Products/Services Requested: - Implementation of alumni-led projects supporting U.S. policy goals (technology leadership, economic opportunity, peace initiatives) - Projects must be conducted outside the U.S. and its territories - Each project must include a component celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States (Freedom 250) - Funding Details: - Awards range from $5,000 to $35,000 per project - Total expected funding: $70,000 - Anticipated number of awards: 2 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Excludes support for staff salaries, office space, durable equipment, construction, gifts, direct social services, and activities within the U.S. or its territories - 12-month period of performance - Projects must align with U.S. administration policy goals and be implemented by eligible alumni teams

Description

The Syria Regional Platform (SRP), in cooperation with the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), announces an open competition for all U.S. government exchange program alumni to submit proposals for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). The fund awards between $5,000 and $35,000 to develop and implement projects that support U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. Eligible projects must include at least two alumni, be implemented outside the U.S. and its territories, and align with U.S. administration policy goals such as strengthening U.S. global technology leadership, expanding economic opportunities, or supporting peace initiatives. The program aims to mobilize alumni expertise and networks to advance U.S. interests and strengthen bilateral cooperation.

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