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2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Grant for U.S. Exchange Alumni in Laos

This opportunity is a grant solicitation from the U.S. Mission to Laos, managed by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of State - U.S. Mission to Laos - Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) - Purpose and Scope: - Supports alumni of U.S. government exchange programs in Laos to develop and implement projects - Projects must celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States (Freedom 250) - Projects should align with U.S. administration goals such as promoting prosperity, safety, and freedom of speech - Funding Details: - Total estimated funding: $70,000 - Individual awards: $5,000 to $35,000 - No cost sharing or matching required - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to individuals (alumni of U.S. government exchange programs) - Focus is on programmatic project implementation, not procurement of specific products or services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant for project implementation, not product acquisition - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Projects must specifically celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States - Must advance U.S. policy objectives and shared interests

Description

The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Vientiane announces an open competition to implement a program under the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). This program aims to increase the impact of the U.S. government’s investment in exchange participants and programs by helping alumni develop and implement projects that support U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. All projects must celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America (Freedom 250) and align with administration policy goals to make the U.S. safer, stronger, and more prosperous, or defend freedom of speech. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will review and recommend proposals for funding yearly, pending availability of funds.

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