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Mission Nigeria’s Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund
U.S. Mission to Nigeria
PDS-AEIF-FY26-01
DOS-NGA
General Information
Est. Program Funding:
Closing Date:
Expected No. of Awards
Award Ceiling
Opportunity Number:
PDS-AEIF-FY26-01
Owning Agency:
DOS-NGA
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)
Synopsis
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. |
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| Response Date | May 11, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Posting Date | Mar 12, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Archive Date | Jun 10, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT |
| Award Ceiling | 35,000 |
| Award Floor | 5,000 |
| Cost Sharing | No |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Additional Info 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/). |
Additional Information
| Agency Name | Gabriel Andrew Grantor |
| Link to Additional Information: | N/a |
| Grantor Contact Information: |
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CFDA Program(s)
- 19.022: Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants
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