The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund offers grants for U.S. exchange program alumni to develop community projects that support shared goals and policy interests.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Hungary
Due Dates: May 5, 2026
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$35,000 per award; up to 2 awards expected
Summary: Supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in developing projects that advance shared interests and benefit local communities.
This annual funding opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Hungary's Public Diplomacy Section, supports alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in implementing innovative projects that promote U.S. policy objectives and benefit local communities. The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) aims to foster collaboration among program alumni, encourage civic engagement, and reinforce the impact of U.S. exchange initiatives globally. Projects must be designed and led by teams of alumni and should address shared priorities or policy interests.