Description
The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) is a funding opportunity for alumni of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The fund supports alumni-led projects that advance U.S. foreign policy objectives, strengthen people-to-people ties, and amplify the long-term impact of U.S. exchange programs. Projects must clearly demonstrate how alumni apply skills and networks gained during their exchange experiences to address shared challenges in their communities. The fund provides grants between $5,000 and $35,000 for alumni-led initiatives.
Some key points to note:
• The project must take place outside the United States and its territories.
• Applicants must be alumni of a U.S. government-funded or U.S. government-sponsored exchange program.
• Project teams must include at least two exchange alumni.
• The project must advance U.S. foreign policy objectives and promote America's 250th anniversary.
• The project must have a clear monitoring and evaluation plan.