Mission Nigeria’s Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
Agency: U.S. Mission to Nigeria
Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Description
The Public Diplomacy section of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria announces a limited competition for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). AEIF provides funding for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs to apply the skills gained during their exchanges and implement innovative solutions to global challenges in their communities. Since 2011, AEIF has supported nearly 500 alumni-led projects worldwide through a competitive process.
This year, in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary (Freedom 250), all projects must celebrate this milestone and highlight the United States’ commitment to a safer, stronger, and more prosperous nation while showcasing American excellence. Projects should: honor U.S. Values, Patriotism, and Global Contributions, Promote Global Understanding of U.S. Founding Principles, and Inspire the Next 250 Years of U.S. Leadership and Innovation. Project can include events separate from celebrating Independence Day.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Grantor contact information
Description
USGNigeriaAlumni@state.gov
Documents
| File name | Description | Last updated |
|---|---|---|
| Notice_of_Funding_Opportunity_AEIF_Nigeria.pdf | Funding Opportunity Document | Mar 12, 2026 01:06 PM UTC |
| AEIF_2026_Proposal_Form.docx | AEIF 2026 Proposal Form | Mar 12, 2026 01:06 PM UTC |
| AEIF_2026_Budget_Form.xlsx | AEIF 2026 Budget Form | Mar 12, 2026 01:06 PM UTC |
| AEIF_2026_Monitoring_and_Evaluation_Resource_Guide.docx | AEIF 2026 Monitoring and Evaluation Resource Guide | Mar 12, 2026 01:06 PM UTC |
| SF424A-Budget_Information_for_Non-Construction_programs.pdf | Budget Information for Non-Construction Programs | Mar 12, 2026 12:06 PM UTC |
| SF424_Application_for_Federal_Assistance.pdf | Application for Federal Assistance | Mar 12, 2026 12:07 PM UTC |
| SF424B-Assurances_for_Non-Construction_programs.pdf | Assurances for Non-Construction programs | Mar 12, 2026 12:08 PM UTC |
| SF424i_Application_for_Federal_Assistance-_Individual.pdf | Application for Federal Assistance - Individual | Mar 12, 2026 12:17 PM UTC |
| AEIF_2026_Alumni_Summits_Proposal_Form.docx | AEIF 2026 Alumni Summits Proposal Form | Mar 12, 2026 01:26 PM UTC |
Link to additional information
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Closing: May 11, 2026
Award
$105,000
Program Funding
3
Expected awards
$5,000
Award Minimum
$35,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
PDS-AEIF-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 (Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund)
History
Version:
2
Posted date:
March 12, 2026
Archive date:
June 10, 2026
