This grant funds alumni of U.S. exchange programs in Bosnia and Herzegovina to create community projects celebrating America's 250th birthday and supporting U.S. policy goals like safety, excellence, and free speech.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Due Dates: April 30, 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$35,000 per project, up to 2 awards; 12-month project period
Summary: Supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in Bosnia and Herzegovina to implement innovative, community-benefiting projects aligned with U.S. policy objectives and the Freedom 250 celebration.
Key Information: Only teams of at least two eligible alumni may apply; U.S. citizen alumni cannot be team leads.
This grant opportunity, administered by the U.S. Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, funds alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to design and implement projects that promote shared U.S. and local interests, strengthen alumni networks, and benefit communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Projects must celebrate and promote "Freedom 250," marking the 250th anniversary of the United States, and align with policy goals such as promoting safety, prosperity, American excellence, or freedom of speech. The program encourages collaboration among alumni, leadership development, and community impact.