AEIF 2026 Grant, $5k-$70k, Closing 16th May

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026

Agency: U.S. Mission to Gabon

Assistance Listings: 19.022 -- Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants

Last Updated: April 16, 2026 View version history on Grants.gov

Description

The U.S. Embassy in Libreville announces an open competition for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). AEIF supports projects designed and led by alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs that strengthen ties between the United States and Gabon and advance shared priorities. Through this program, the U.S. Embassy seeks innovative proposals that leverage the expertise, leadership, and professional networks of exchange alumni to address local challenges and promote collaboration between the United States and Gabon.

Competitive proposals will demonstrate clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and strong alumni leadership. Projects should advance U.S. foreign policy priorities, promote people-to-people engagement, and highlight American excellence in areas such as entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, education, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship. Proposals must be submitted by teams that include at least two alumni of U.S. government exchange programs, such as the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), the Fulbright Program, the Humphrey Fellowship, the Mandela Washington Fellowship, or the Open English Language Program (OEP). Project ideas that highlight Freedom250, the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary of independence and the enduring principles of freedom, democratic governance, and civic participation, are encouraged. Projects funded under this opportunity will have a period of performance of up to twelve months.

PLEASE NOTE THE GRANT CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO MAY 16, 2026

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

Miscellaneous

• Other

Additional information

AEIF supports projects proposed and implemented by alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. Eligible applicants include teams composed of at least two alumni of U.S. exchange programs. Applicants may apply as individuals or through one of the below types of registered organizations: • Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations • Public and private educational institutions• Individuals• Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions Alumni teams may collaborate with organizations or institutions, including civil society organizations, educational institutions, or private sector entities, to implement project activities. However, exchange alumni must lead the project and retain primary responsibility for its design and implementation.Organizations may sub-contract with other entities, but only one, non-profit, non-governmental entity can be the prime recipient of the award. When sub-contracting with other entities, the responsibilities of each entity must be clearly defined in the proposal. For more information on the difference between sub-contract and sub-recipient, please refer to 2 CFR 200.331.

Grantor contact information

Description

U.S. Embassy Libreville Public Affairs Section

Email

U.S. Embassy Libreville Public Affairs Section

Documents

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| File name | Description | Last updated |
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| 04032026EmbassyLibreville-PDS-AEIF-2026NOFO.pdf | Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), Full T | Apr 16, 2026 04:06 PM UTC |

Link to additional information

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Closing: May 16, 2026

Application process

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Award

$70,000

Program Funding

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Expected awards

$5,000

Award Minimum

$70,000

Award Maximum

Funding opportunity number:

LIBREVILLE-AEIF-2026-01

Cost sharing or matching requirement:

No Funding instrument type:

Grant

Opportunity Category:

Discretionary

Opportunity Category Explanation:

-- Category of Funding Activity:

Other

Category Explanation:

Public Diplomacy programs to support U.S. government exchange alumni projects

History

Version:

3

Posted date:

April 16, 2026

Archive date:

June 12, 2026