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Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 Grant for Exchange Program Alumni in Namibia

The U.S. Mission to Namibia, under the U.S. Department of State, is offering the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 (AEIF 2026) grant opportunity for alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State, Embassy Windhoek, Public Diplomacy Section - Eligible Applicants: - Teams of at least two alumni from U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs - Alumni associations may apply; not-for-profit organizations may only participate as partners - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $70,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $35,000 - Up to two awards anticipated - Project Requirements: - Projects must celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of American independence (Freedom 250 campaign) - Proposals must align with U.S. policy goals and strengthen alumni networks and U.S.-alumni relations - Substantial involvement from the U.S. Embassy in Namibia is possible - Period of Performance: - 6 to 12 months, with anticipated start in August 2026 - Continuation grants may be considered based on progress and funding - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for project proposals rather than procurement of products or services - Place of Performance and Contracting Office: - U.S. Embassy Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Description

The U.S. Embassy Windhoek announces an open competition for past participants of U.S. government-funded and 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 by May 20, 2026.

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