Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF): Sierra Leone
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The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy in Freetown is inviting applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) project aimed at enhancing the impact of U.S. exchange programs. This initiative seeks to support alumni in developing and implementing projects that advance U.S. policy objectives while promoting shared interests. A key component of the 2026 AEIF projects is the celebration of the United States' 250th anniversary, emphasizing American excellence across past, present, and future contexts. Projects should demonstrate potential for long-term, self-sustaining benefits within local communities. Funding awards range from approximately $5,000 to $35,000 for individual projects, with the possibility of up to $40,000 for single-country alumni summits, subject to available funds. Successful proposals are expected to show robust engagement with and among alumni, target audiences relevant to U.S. policy goals, and plans for ongoing alumni involvement. The solicitation is managed by the U.S. Mission to Sierra Leone under the Department of State, with inquiries directed to PASGrants Freetown.
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The U.S. Department of State’s Embassy Freetown announces an open competition to implement the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) project. The purpose of the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) is to increase the impact of the U.S. government’s investment in exchange programs by helping alumni develop and implement projects to support U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. All AEIF 2026 projects must also celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of the United States (#Freedom250) highlighting examples of American excellence past, present, or future. Projects should have the potential for long-term, self-sustainable impact in local communities. Awards may range from a minimum of $5,000 to a maximum of $35,000 (approximately) for individual projects, and up to $40,000 for single country alumni summits dependent on the availability of funds. Successful proposals will demonstrate strong engagement with and among exchange alumni, target audiences strategic to U.S. policy goals, and outline a plan for continuing engagement with alumni.