Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Malaysia 2026
Agency: U.S. Mission to Malaysia
Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Description
The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur announces an open, competitive opportunity for alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to propose projects that expand the impact of America's investment in their professional development.
OPTION 1: General AEIF Grants ($5,000-$35,000) supports Malaysian alumni who design and implement practical, results-oriented initiatives that advance U.S. policy priorities and promote American interests.
...OPTION 2: The AEIF Borneo Alumni Reunion 2026 (Up to $100,000) is a tri-national summit that will transform our alumni across Borneo (Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei) into a powerful network amplifying America's soft power reach.
Freedom250: All successful AEIF Malaysia 2026 proposals must clearly celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America (Freedom250) and align with the Administration's key goals: making America safer, strengthening our nation, expanding our prosperity, and defending freedom of speech.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Nonprofit
- Nonprofits non-higher education without 501(c)(3)
- Nonprofits non-higher education with 501(c)(3)
Education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Public and state institutions of higher education
Miscellaneous
- Individuals
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
Kuala Lumpur YSEALI email
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni_Engagement_Innovation_Fund_Malaysia_2026.pdf | Full Notice of Funding Opportunity | Apr 9, 2026 07:32 AM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 10, 2026
Award
$100,000
Program Funding
4
Expected awards
$5,000
Award Minimum
$100,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
PDSKLAEIF2026
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Business and commerce
Community development
Education
Other
Regional development
Category Explanation:
Maritime Security and Regional Stability Digital Economy and Technology Innovation Cross-Border Trade and Economic Integration Counter-Transnational Crime and Illicit Networks Countering Malign Influence and Promoting Free Speech
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
April 10, 2026
Archive date:
June 9, 2026
