Alumni Engagement Innovative Fund FY24
ID: 351066Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Burkina Faso (DOS-BFA)

Award Range

$5K - $35K

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/351066
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Burkina Faso is inviting applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovative Fund (AEIF) for FY24, aimed at empowering alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs to address global community challenges. Eligible applicants must be teams of at least two alumni who propose public service projects that align with U.S. goals of promoting democracy, peace, security, and economic development, with funding ranging from $5,000 to $35,000. This initiative is significant as it supports alumni in leveraging their experiences to implement innovative solutions in their communities, fostering local engagement and development. Interested teams must submit their proposals by February 10, 2024, to OuagaPDCultural@state.gov, and are encouraged to include cost-sharing elements in their applications.

    Point(s) of Contact
    OuagaPDCultural@state.gov.
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    AEIF 2024 NOFO VF.pdf
    AEIF.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Embassy in Burkina Faso has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) for FY24, accepting applications until February 10, 2024. The funding range is between $5,000 and $35,000 for projects led by teams of at least two alumni from U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs. The AEIF aims to empower alumni to use their experiences to address global community challenges, aligning with U.S. goals of promoting democracy, peace, security, and economic development. Eligible projects must be public service initiatives taking place outside the U.S. or its territories, and proposals are encouraged to include cost-sharing elements. Applications require detailed content, including a clear project description, goals, methods, budget, and a communication plan. Specific project restrictions prohibit funding for various activities, including travel to/from the U.S., direct social services, and partisan political activities. The selection will prioritize relevance to the competition theme, alumni involvement, local support, impact evaluation, and communication strategies. Grantees will also need to report on project progress and outcomes to demonstrate effectiveness and compliance with U.S. foreign policy priorities.
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