[U.S. Mission to El Salvador](https://sv.usembassy.gov)

May 8, 2026 (Application deadline)

$5,000–$35,000 per award; up to 2 awards; total program funding $35,000.

Supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs in El Salvador to implement community-focused projects advancing U.S. policy objectives and the Freedom 250 initiative.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, administered by the U.S. Mission to El Salvador, supports past participants (alumni) of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs through the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026. The AEIF aims to amplify the impact of U.S. exchange programs by funding alumni-led projects that translate skills and knowledge from their exchange experiences into practical solutions for local challenges. Projects must align with U.S. policy goals, celebrate the Freedom 250 initiative (commemorating 250 years of U.S. independence), and advance U.S. interests in security, economic prosperity, and partnership with El Salvador. Eligible projects can include workshops, training sessions, networking events, mentorship, and collaborative programs that promote innovation, leadership, and community development. --- ## Due Dates - May 8, 2026: Application deadline (closing date) --- ## Funding Amount - Total program funding: $35,000 - Award range: $5,000 to $35,000 per project - Expected number of awards: 2 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - Eligible applicants: For-profit organizations other than small businesses - Project teams must include at least two alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. - Projects must take place outside the United States and advance U.S. interests in security, economic prosperity, and/or partnership with El Salvador. - Focus areas: security, economic prosperity, education and skill development in economically important fields, community building to deter criminality and illegal immigration, or leadership aligned with U.S. interests. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted by the deadline via the MyGrants platform. - Teams should consist of at least two eligible alumni. - Proposals should clearly outline how the project supports the Freedom 250 initiative and U.S. policy objectives. - Suggested activities include workshops, trainings, networking, mentorship, and collaborative programs. - [Link to Opportunity in MyGrants](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=15ef2daa938c03d0d114b7986cba106c&view=Default) --- ## Additional Information - Projects must celebrate and promote the U.S. government’s Freedom 250 initiative. - Activities should strengthen the U.S.-El Salvador partnership and contribute to a secure and prosperous hemisphere. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## External Links - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361781) - [MyGrants Application Portal](https://mygrants.servicenowservices.com/mygrants?id=mygrants_form&table=x_g_usd4_o_grant_funding_opportunity&sys_id=15ef2daa938c03d0d114b7986cba106c&view=Default) - [U.S. Mission to El Salvador](https://sv.usembassy.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Additional Info | |-------------|-------|-------------------|-----------------| | Ines Pacas | Not listed | (503)-250-1299 | Contact via [Embassy Contact Page](https://sv.usembassy.gov/embassy/san-salvador/contact) |

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 El Salvador

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