Description
The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) supports alumni-led projects that celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America (Freedom 250). The program empowers alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange and training programs to design and implement initiatives that highlight American history, values, and democratic principles, while strengthening U.S.-ROK ties.
Key aspects of the opportunity include:
• Eligible applicants include individuals and organizations that meet the eligibility requirements, including mandatory alumni participation criteria.
• Awards will support small-scale, high-impact projects that demonstrate innovation, sustainability, and measurable outcomes.
• The primary participants are alumni of U.S. government exchange programs residing in the Republic of Korea, who will design and lead project activities.
• The goal of this program is to empower U.S. government exchange alumni to design and implement innovative projects that celebrate Freedom 250, strengthen U.S.-ROK relations, and promote meaningful community engagement.