Alumni Support for Local Communities Fund (2024-2025)

The Embassy of the United States in Azerbaijan is pleased to announce an open competition for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to submit applications for the Alumni Support for the Local Communities Fund (2024-2025). The program aims to empower alumni teams in creating and implementing their public service-oriented projects to make a positive difference in their communities. Alumni should submit proposals to BakuPASalumni@state.gov by July 15, 2024, 23:59 (Baku time). 

This year, the Alumni Support for the Local Communities fund will support the United States Government commitment to Adaptive Solutions: Developing Infrastructure for Climate Resilience in honor of Baku's hosting of COP29.

The U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan will accept public service projects that support themes such as: 

Economy: Projects that revive the economy, improve the business climate, entrepreneurship, innovation, and corporate social responsibility. 

Civil Society: Projects that promote civil society and inclusion by supporting gender equality, women empowerment, diversity, and social inclusion and that can improve the lives of at-risk youth, women, or marginalized communities.  

Education: Projects that actively promote inclusive education for underserved communities, which may include helping teachers or students to reinvent themselves using technology, accessible methodology, and other tools. 

Environment: Projects that raise awareness about the importance of clean air and water, protection of the environment, natural preservation, etc.

Miscellaneous

• Individuals