Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026- Gaborone
The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone invites alumni of U.S. exchange programs to propose projects using sports to boost economic growth and social inclusion in Botswana for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Botswana
Due Dates: May 8, 2026 (Full application deadline) | June 30, 2026 (Final closing date)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$35,000 per award; up to 2 awards; 6–12 month project period
Summary: Supports Botswana-based alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to implement projects leveraging sports for economic growth and social inclusion.
Key Information: Applicants must be USG exchange alumni based in Botswana; proposals require teams of at least three alumni.
Description
This funding opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Botswana, invites alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to propose projects for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). The focus is on using sports as a sustainable engine for economic growth, social inclusion, and international engagement in Botswana. Projects should aim to strengthen the governance, management, and sustainability of local sports organizations; develop business models and fundraising strategies; enhance marketing, branding, and event management; support athletes’ career transitions; and foster partnerships, particularly with U.S. sports institutions. The initiative aligns with U.S. foreign policy priorities and the Freedom 250 initiative.
