Description
The U.S. Embassy Luxembourg is accepting applications for the 2025 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2025). This program aims to support public service projects proposed and managed by teams of at least two alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. The projects should address themes such as bolstering shared security and defense, advancing diversity and inclusion, and promoting educational opportunities. The program will provide funding ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 for a period of 12 months. Eligible applicants include alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs, and they must submit their proposals by February 1, 2025.
• The program objectives are to provide funding to expand on skills gained during the exchange experience to design and implement innovative solutions to global challenges.
• The program themes include bolstering shared security and defense, advancing diversity and inclusion, and promoting educational opportunities.
• The program will support projects that take place outside of the United States and its territories.
• The program requires a detailed budget and budget narrative justification.
• The program has a competitive selection process, and the Grants Review Committee will review applications based on evaluation criteria such as relevance to application theme, purpose and summary, and degree of alumni involvement.