Simpler Grants.gov #PD Windhoek FY2026-04-2

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 Grant Opportunity – U.S. Embassy Windhoek

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek, Namibia, is seeking proposals for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Embassy Windhoek, Public Diplomacy Section - Opportunity Details: - Open to alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs (teams of at least two alumni required) - Projects must celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of American independence as part of the Freedom 250 campaign - All projects must align with U.S. policy goals and strengthen alumni networks and U.S.-alumni relations - Funding Information: - Total available funding: $70,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $35,000 - Maximum of two awards anticipated - Funding instrument: grant or cooperative agreement (embassy may be substantially involved) - Performance Period: - 6 to 12 months, with anticipated start in August - Continuation grants possible based on progress and funding - Notable Requirements: - Only alumni or alumni associations may apply (not organizations) - Projects must coordinate with the U.S. Embassy's Freedom 250 campaign - Excludes projects related to partisan politics, charity, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, scientific research, commercial ventures, institutional development, duplication of existing projects, or illegal activities - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for project proposals rather than procurement of products or commercial services.

Description

The U.S. Embassy Windhoek announces an open competition for past participants of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications to the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). This funding opportunity aims to amplify the U.S. government's return on investment in exchange programs, advance policy goals, and strengthen relationships with exchange alumni. All projects must celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of American independence in coordination with the U.S. Embassy in Namibia's Freedom 250 campaign. Proposals must be submitted by teams of at least two alumni and meet all program eligibility requirements.

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