Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund FY24 (Sudan)
ID: 351766Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Sudan (DOS-SDN)

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/351766

Additional Information

https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/jsf/opportunity/manageOpportunity.faces?oppId=351766#
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Sudan is inviting applications for the 2024 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2024), aimed at Sudanese alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs. Proposals should focus on key thematic areas such as supporting survivors of gender-based violence, peacebuilding, combating misinformation, and promoting English language learning, with project teams required to consist of at least two alumni. This grant, which ranges from $5,000 to $35,000, is intended to foster public diplomacy initiatives and requires compliance with specific application guidelines, including submission in English by March 1, 2024. Interested applicants can direct inquiries to KhartoumEmbassyGrants@state.gov for further information.

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    PDS-SUDAN-NOFO-FY2024-02 Full Description.pdf
    PDS-SUDAN-NOFO-FY2024-02.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Sudan is inviting alumni of U.S. government-funded exchange programs to apply for the 2024 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2024). Proposals must focus on key thematic areas, including support for survivors of gender-based violence, peacebuilding activities, combating misinformation, and promoting English language learning. Applications for projects both within and outside Sudan are accepted, but proposals must address security risks due to the instability in Sudan. Funded under the Fulbright-Hays Act, this grant aims to foster effective public diplomacy initiatives, requiring involvement from at least two alumni in the planning and execution of projects. Eligible organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and valid SAM registration, while individuals are exempt from these requirements. Applications must comply with specific content and budget guidelines, and documents must be submitted in English by March 1, 2024. The selection process will evaluate relevance to thematic objectives, community support, alumni involvement, monitoring and evaluation plans, communication strategies, and budget justifications. Additionally, compliance with federal restrictions on certain costs and activities will be essential. Successful applicants will be notified while the funding availability is not guaranteed.
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