Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026
Agency: U.S. Mission to Senegal
Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Description
U.S. Embassy Senegal (also covering Guinea-Bissau) is pleased to invite alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to apply for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), which is centrally managed by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. This annual competition supports innovative projects led by alumni that advance U.S. policy objectives and strengthen the relationship between the United States and its exchange alumni community.
For 2026, AEIF will fund projects that celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America and align with key policy goals, such as making the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous, or defending freedom of speech. Proposals may request funding between $5,000 and $35,000, pending availability of funds.
We encourage alumni teams to collaborate and submit creative project ideas that demonstrate the impact of exchange experiences, contribute to positive change in your communities, and strengthen ties with the United States.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
For Inquiries
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| NOFO_Template_-_AEIF_2026_Senegal_and_Guinea-Bissau_3.18.26.pdf | NOFO Template-AEIF 2026 Senegal and Guinea-Bissau | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| AEIF-2026_Budget_Form_2.xlsx | AEIF-2026 Budget Form | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| SF424_Application_For_Federal_Assistance_Organizations.pdf | SF424 Application for Federal Assistance (Organizations) | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| AEIF-2026_Proposal_Form_1.docx | AEIF-2026 Proposal Form | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| SF424B_Assurances_Non-Construction_Programs.pdf | SF424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| SF424A_Budget_Information_Non-Construction_Programs.pdf | SF424 Budget Information Non-Construction Programs | Mar 24, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: April 19, 2026
Deadline for applications is April 19, 2026.
Award
$35,000
Program Funding
3
Expected awards
$5,000
Award Minimum
$35,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
PDS-DKR-RSOI-FY26-01
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Public Diplomacy
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 24, 2026
Archive date:
May 19, 2026
