U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit

The U.S. Mission to Canada, Department of State, is seeking proposals for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit through a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). The summit aims to foster continued engagement, networking, and collaboration among Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, strengthening U.S.-Canada ties. A maximum award of $75,000 will be granted for a project lasting 12 months or less, with an anticipated start date between March and September 2027. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/non-governmental organizations, and public/private educational institutions. For-profit entities are ineligible. Proposals must be submitted by July 31, 2026, 5:00 pm (EST), and require a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration. The program emphasizes substantial involvement from the U.S. Mission to Canada, with the recipient managing operational aspects and the Mission providing strategic direction.

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. This initiative seeks proposals from eligible not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The summit, with a maximum award of $75,000, aims to strengthen alumni networks, promote collaboration, and advance U.S.-Canada priorities over a 12-month period. Proposals are due by July 31, 2026, and must include a detailed narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Applicants need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and active SAM.gov registration. The program emphasizes substantial involvement from the U.S. Mission to Canada and includes strict eligibility and funding restrictions.

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. This initiative seeks to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to strengthen networks, foster collaboration, and advance shared U.S.-Canada priorities. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions, with a maximum award of $75,000. The summit, lasting 12 months or less, will focus on strengthening alumni collaboration, advancing mission priorities, and spotlighting alumni leadership. The U.S. Mission will have substantial involvement in strategic direction and approvals, while the recipient will manage operational aspects like participant logistics, travel administration, and event documentation. Applications are due by July 31, 2026, and require detailed proposals, budgets, and compliance with SAM.gov registration. Proposals will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, and monitoring and evaluation plans.

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. This initiative seeks to strengthen the network of Canadian alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, fostering collaboration and advancing shared U.S.-Canada priorities. The program, a cooperative agreement with a maximum award of $75,000, targets non-profit organizations and educational institutions. Projects should be completed within 12 months, with the summit scheduled between March and September 2027. The selected recipient will manage event logistics, participant outreach, travel administration, and post-event deliverables, with substantial involvement and approval from the U.S. Mission to Canada. Applications are due by July 31, 2026, and require a detailed proposal, budget, and organizational documents. Eligibility hinges on an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. This initiative seeks a not-for-profit or educational institution to organize a two-day event in Ottawa for Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The summit aims to strengthen alumni networks, promote collaboration, and advance U.S.-Canada priorities, with a maximum award of $75,000. The U.S. Mission to Canada will have substantial involvement in strategic decisions, while the recipient will manage operational aspects like participant logistics, travel administration, and event documentation. Applications are due by July 31, 2026, and require a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. Proposals will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, and monitoring and evaluation plans.

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. This initiative seeks to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to strengthen networks, foster collaboration, and leverage their expertise to advance shared U.S.-Canada priorities. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations and educational institutions, with a maximum award of $75,000 for a project lasting 12 months or less. The summit, a two-day event, aims to build a cohesive alumni network, advance mission priorities related to shared borders, defense, security, and prosperity, and spotlight alumni leadership. The award will be a cooperative agreement, requiring substantial involvement from the U.S. Mission to Canada in strategic direction and approvals. Applications are due by July 31, 2026, and require specific forms, a detailed proposal, budget, and supporting documents. All applicants must have an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

The U.S. Embassy Ottawa announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for a U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit. The program seeks proposals from non-profit organizations and educational institutions to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs in Ottawa. The summit aims to strengthen alumni networks, foster collaboration, and advance shared U.S.-Canada priorities. A maximum award of $75,000 is available for projects lasting 12 months or less, with applications due by July 31, 2026. The U.S. Mission will have substantial involvement in strategic direction, while the recipient manages operational implementation. Applicants must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration. Proposals must include a detailed narrative, budget, and a monitoring and evaluation plan, and will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, and M&E.