Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026
The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 offers $5,000–$35,000 grants for U.S. exchange program alumni to implement community-benefiting projects aligned with U.S. policy goals.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe
Due Dates: April 23, 2026 (Question deadline) | May 15, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$35,000 per project; up to 2 awards; total funding available: $70,000; project duration up to 12 months
Summary: Supports alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to implement innovative, community-benefiting projects in Zimbabwe that advance shared U.S.-Zimbabwe interests.
Key Information: Only U.S. government exchange program alumni are eligible to apply; teams must include at least two alumni.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe, funds innovative, alumni-led projects that leverage the expertise and networks of U.S. government exchange program alumni. Projects should address local or national challenges in Zimbabwe, advance U.S. foreign policy priorities, and benefit local communities. The 2026 cycle emphasizes proposals that celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence by advancing digital freedom, innovation, peace, and prosperity, as well as strengthening U.S.-Zimbabwe trade and partnerships. Proposals must demonstrate measurable impact, cross-program collaboration, and sustainable outcomes.
