[U.S. Mission to Senegal](https://sn.usembassy.gov)

April 24, 2026: Full application submission deadline

$5,000–$35,000 per project; up to 3 awards; 12-month max period

Supports innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government exchange programs that advance U.S. policy objectives and strengthen U.S.-alumni relations in Senegal and Guinea-Bissau.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, administered by the U.S. Mission to Senegal (also covering Guinea-Bissau), invites alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to propose innovative projects for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026. Projects should celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and align with key policy goals such as promoting safety, prosperity, and freedom of speech. The competition encourages collaborative, creative initiatives that demonstrate the impact of exchange experiences, contribute to positive community change, and strengthen ties with the United States. Funded projects may focus on areas including alumni network building, capacity-building workshops, STEM and business skills, AI capability, sports diplomacy, and commemorative events. --- ## Due Dates - April 24, 2026: Full application submission deadline (applications must be received by 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time) --- ## Funding Amount - Award range: $5,000 to $35,000 per project - Estimated total program funding: $35,000 - Anticipated number of awards: Up to 3 - Project period: 1 to 12 months, with anticipated start between September 2026 and August 2027 - No cost sharing or matching required, but encouraged --- ## Eligibility - Open only to alumni of U.S. government (USG) exchange programs. - Each project must include at least two exchange alumni or involve an alumni association. - Eligible projects must: - Convene alumni from different programs to build/expand networks, or - Strengthen alumni–U.S. government collaboration, or - Support alumni leadership with U.S. expertise, technology, or best practices. - Only non-profit, non-governmental entities can be the prime recipient (for-profit entities are not eligible). - Organizations may subcontract, but the prime recipient must be a non-profit NGO. - Individuals do not need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) or SAM.gov registration, but organizations do. - Not eligible: For-profit entities, partisan political activity, direct social services, construction, religious activities, fundraising, lobbying, research/surveys, commercial/institutional development, or duplication of existing projects. --- ## Application Process - Download application forms (SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B) from [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361605) or the [U.S. Embassy Senegal funding page](https://sn.usembassy.gov/funding-opportunities/). - Complete the proposal form, including: - Project summary, goals, objectives, design/methods, timeline, beneficiaries, partners, outreach plan, and monitoring & evaluation plan. - Budget form and detailed budget justification. - Key personnel resumes (1 page each). - Letters of support from partners (if applicable). - Proof of non-profit status and registration. - Submit all materials by email to [pasmallgrant@state.gov](mailto:pasmallgrant@state.gov) with the funding opportunity title and number in the subject line, or via Grants.gov. - Proposals must be in English and budgets in U.S. dollars. - Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. --- ## Additional Information - Monitoring and evaluation plans are required; funded projects will finalize these in negotiation. - Allowable costs include reasonable expenses for venues, meals, speakers/trainers (up to 30% of budget), project management (up to 15%), travel/lodging (up to 15%), equipment, supplies, and certain administrative fees. - Unallowable costs include staff salaries/office space, durable equipment, alcohol, entertainment, U.S.-based activities, scholarships, social services, and activities supporting or opposing political legislation. - Quarterly programmatic and financial reports are required for awarded projects. --- ## External Links - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361605) - [U.S. Embassy Senegal – Funding Opportunities](https://sn.usembassy.gov/funding-opportunities/) - [Budget Template & Guidelines (XLSX)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/AEIF-2026-Budget-Form-(2).xlsx) - [2026 Proposal Form & Guidance (DOCX)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/AEIF-2026-Proposal-Form-(1).docx) - [Full Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://api.atomgrants.com/storage/v1/object/public/grants3-sources/NOFO-Template-AEIF-2026-Senegal-and-Guinea-Bissau_3.24.26.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|----------------------------------------|-----------------| | PASmallgrant (Grants) | [pasmallgrant@state.gov](mailto:pasmallgrant@state.gov) | 221-338794522 | For further details, visit the [U.S. Mission to Senegal](https://sn.usembassy.gov) website.

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026

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