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Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund

ID: AF-MAP-PDFY26-01 • Type: Posted
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Description

The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique announces an open competition for past participants ( alumni ) of U.S. government-funded, and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, to submit applications for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). We seek proposals from teams of at least two alumni that meet all program eligibility requirements.

AEIF 2026 Projects should commemorate America's 250th anniversary (Freedom 250), and highlight the United States' commitment to a safer, stronger, and more prosperous nation while showcasing American Excellence.

Project initiatives should focus on economic growth, mutual trade benefits, and promotion of shared interests between the United States and Mozambique in one or more of the following areas: business, technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, agriculture, critical minerals, education, arts and culture.

Background
The U.S. Embassy in Mozambique is issuing an open competition for alumni of U.S. government-funded and sponsored exchange programs to apply for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). This initiative aims to commemorate America's 250th anniversary (Freedom 250) and emphasizes the United States' commitment to fostering a safer, stronger, and more prosperous nation while showcasing American excellence.

Grant Details
Proposals should focus on economic growth, mutual trade benefits, and shared interests between the United States and Mozambique in areas such as business, technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, agriculture, critical minerals, education, arts, and culture. Projects must be led by teams of at least two alumni who meet all eligibility requirements. The project description should include a summary of the specific need or challenge addressed by the project.

Project goals must be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time Bound). Additionally, a detailed project design and methods section explaining how the project will solve the stated problem and benefit participants is required. Applicants must outline a project timeline and provide information on direct and indirect beneficiaries.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants must be past participants of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. Proposals must be submitted by teams consisting of at least two alumni. Alumni associations can apply as well.

Period of Performance
The specific period of performance is not detailed in the provided text; however, it is implied that projects should align with the timeline leading up to America's 250th anniversary in 2026.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant has not been specified in the provided text; individual grant awards may vary based on project proposals.

Place of Performance
The primary location for projects is Mozambique. However, if projects involve multiple locations within Mozambique or additional countries, those must be specified in the application.
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Overview

Agency
Department of State (DOS)
Category of Funding
Business and Commerce
Education
Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)
Opportunity Zone Benefits
Funding Instruments
Grant
Grant Program (CFDA)
19.022 - Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 4/8/26 the Department of State posted grant opportunity AF-MAP-PDFY26-01 for Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund with funding of $35,000. The grant will be issued under grant program 19.022 Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants. It is expected that 02 total grants will be made worth between $5,000 and $35,000.

Timing

Posted Date
April 8, 2026, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
April 30, 2026, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Last Updated
April 8, 2026, 10:20 a.m. EDT
Version
2
Archive Date
May 30, 2026

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Individuals
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info
• Applicants must be alumni of a U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange program • Projects teams must include at least two (2) alumni. • Alumni who are U.S. citizens may not submit proposals, but U.S. citizen alumni may participate as team members in a project.• Alumni teams may be comprised of alumni from different exchange programs and different countries. • Applications must be submitted by exchange alumni or alumni associations of USG exchange alumni. No other organizations are eligible to apply. Exchange alumni can partner with not-for-profit or non-governmental organizations, think tanks, and academic institutions to implement project activities. The grant can be issued to the individual alumni or the partner organization; however, the project must be led by the U.S. Government alumni.

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$35,000
Floor
$5,000
Estimated Program Funding
$35,000
Estimated Number of Grants
02

Contacts

Contact
Hernandes Assone Grantor
Contact Email
maputopdproposals@state.gov
Email Description
Maputo PD Grants Mailbox
Contact Phone
00258843306905

Documents

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