Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026
Agency: U.S. Mission to Oman
Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Description
The U.S. Embassy Muscat invites alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs to apply for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). Proposals must include teams of at least two alumni who meet all program eligibility requirements. The most competitive proposals will advance key priorities identified below. Interested exchange alumni must apply via the online application form which includes space to upload the required proposal and budget documents. The deadline to apply is June 14th, 2026. For questions, please contact muscatpasgrants@state.gov.
...This year, the U.S. Embassy Muscat is seeking proposals from teams of at least two (2) alumni. All AEIF projects must celebrate and promote Freedom 250 – the celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
- Preference will also be given to projects engaging with one or more of the following themes:
- Commercial ties
- Sports diplomacy
- Cultural heritage and showcasing U.S. excellence in creative industries
- Emerging and advanced technologies
- Space cooperation and innovation
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Individuals
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
muscatpasgrants@state.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| AEIF_2026_Proposal_Form.docx | AEIF Proposal Form | May 11, 2026 07:05 AM UTC |
| AEIF_2026_Budget_Form.xlsx | AEIF 2026 Budget | May 11, 2026 07:06 AM UTC |
| AEIF_2025_Examples.docx | AEIF 2025 Examples | May 11, 2026 07:07 AM UTC |
| Muscat_AEIF_2026.pdf | MUSCAT NOFO 2026 | May 12, 2026 09:53 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: June 14, 2026
Applications received before the deadline are encouraged.
Award
$--
Program Funding
2
Expected awards
$5,000
Award Minimum
$35,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
MUSCAT-PAS-2026-01
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Other
Opportunity Category Explanation:
AEIF
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
The U.S. Embassy Muscat invites alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs to apply for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). Proposals must include teams of at least two alumni who meet all program eligibility requirements.
History
Version:
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Posted date:
May 12, 2026
Archive date:
July 14, 2026
