The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026 is a grant opportunity from the U.S. Embassy in Libreville, Gabon. It's designed for alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to create projects that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Gabon. These projects should focus on shared priorities like entrepreneurship, technology, education, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship. The grant supports innovative ideas that involve at least two alumni and can last up to a year.
Who it's for: This grant is for alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs, such as the International Visitor Leadership Program, Young African Leaders Initiative, Fulbright Program, Humphrey Fellowship, Mandela Washington Fellowship, and Open English Language Program. Teams must include at least two alumni.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not including at least two alumni in the project team
- Proposals not aligned with U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Lack of clear objectives or measurable outcomes
- Projects not promoting collaboration between the U.S. and Gabon
- Exceeding the 12-month project duration
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Clear objectives and measurable outcomes
- Proof of alumni status in U.S. exchange programs
- Budget plan within $5,000 - $70,000
- Timeline for project completion
- Description of how the project advances U.S. foreign policy priorities
- Evidence of strong alumni leadership
- Plan for people-to-people engagement