Mission Nigeria's Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
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Mission Nigeria's Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund: The Public Diplomacy section of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria announces a limited competition for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF). AEIF provides funding for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs to apply the skills gained during their exchanges and implement innovative solutions to global challenges in their communities. Since 2011, AEIF has supported nearly 500 alumni-led projects worldwide through a competitive process. This year, in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary (Freedom 250), all projects must celebrate this milestone and highlight the United States’ commitment to a safer, stronger, and more prosperous nation while showcasing American excellence. Projects should: honor U.S. Values, Patriotism, and Global Contributions, Promote Global Understanding of U.S. Founding Principles, and Inspire the Next 250 Years of U.S. Leadership and Innovation. Project can include events separate from celebrating Independence Day.
| Federal Grant Title: | Mission Nigeria's Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund |
| Federal Agency Name: | U.S. Mission to Nigeria (DOS-NGA) |
| Grant Categories: | Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification) |
| Type of Opportunity: | Discretionary |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PDS-AEIF-FY26-01 |
| Type of Funding: | Grant |
| CFDA Numbers: | 19.022 |
| CFDA Descriptions: | Information not provided |
| Current Application Deadline: | May 11th, 2026 |
| Original Application Deadline: | May 11th, 2026 |
| Posted Date: | March 12th, 2026 |
| Creation Date: | March 12th, 2026 |
| Archive Date: | June 10th, 2026 |
| Total Program Funding: | $105,000 |
| Maximum Federal Grant Award: | $35,000 |
| Minimum Federal Grant Award: | $5,000 |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 3 |
| Cost Sharing or Matching: | No |
| Last Updated: | March 13th, 2026 |
- Category Explanation
- Public Diplomacy (Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund)
- Applicants Eligible for this Grant
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification.)
- Additional Information on Eligibility
- Applicants must be alumni of a U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange program (https://alumni.state.gov/list-exchange-programs) or a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program (https://j1visa.state.gov/).
- Grant Announcement Contact
- Mission Nigeria Alumni Team
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