Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2025
ID: 357779Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Luxembourg (DOS-LUX)

Award Range

$5K - $25K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357779

Additional Information

https://lu.usembassy.gov/grants-program/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Luxembourg is inviting proposals for the 2025 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), aimed at supporting innovative projects led by alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. Eligible applicants must form teams of at least two alumni, with a focus on utilizing skills gained from their exchange experiences to address global challenges within the Luxembourg community, particularly in areas such as democracy, education, and climate initiatives. Grants will range from $5,000 to $25,000, and proposals must be submitted by February 1, 2025, to LuxembourgGrants@state.gov. For further details, applicants can refer to the complete announcement on the U.S. Embassy Luxembourg's website.

    Point(s) of Contact
    LuxembourgGrants@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY25-Luxembourg-NOFO_01AEIF.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Luxembourg has announced the 2025 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), inviting past participants of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to submit proposals. The funding opportunity aims to support projects that use skills gained from exchange experiences to address global challenges within the Luxembourg community. Eligible applicants include teams of at least two alumni, with proposals accepted until February 1, 2025. Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000, with activities focused on themes such as promoting democracy, diversity, education, and climate ambitions. Ineligible costs include U.S. travel, operational expenses, and various direct service provisions. Successful applications must involve local partners, a detailed monitoring and evaluation plan, and an outreach strategy, showcasing community engagement. The evaluation criteria emphasize project relevance, alumni involvement, and budget appropriateness. This funding initiative reflects the U.S. commitment to fostering international partnership and cultural exchange through alumni innovation.
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