2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) - Thailand

The U.S. Embassy Bangkok's 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, with Opportunity number OFOP0002427, offers up to $205,000 for projects designed by U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni from Thailand. Individual proposals can receive $5,000-$35,000, while national or regional alumni conferences can receive up to $40,000 or $100,000, respectively. The program supports innovative solutions aligning with themes like Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, all celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. The application deadline is February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time. Eligibility requires at least two non-U.S. citizen alumni on project teams, and organizations may partner but not apply in their name. Proposals must be in English, budgets in USD, and adhere to specific formatting and content requirements, including detailed proposals, budget justifications, and mandatory federal forms. All applications must be submitted via email to BangkokPD@state.gov.

The U.S. Embassy Bangkok's 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, with Opportunity Number OFOP0002427, offers grants from $5,000 to $100,000, totaling $205,000, for projects up to 12 months. Eligible applicants include alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs from Thailand and their associations, with teams requiring at least two Thai alumni. Project proposals must align with themes such as Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, promoting the 250th anniversary of the U.S. founding. Applications are due by February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time, and must be submitted via email. Organizations need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. Funding restrictions include prohibitions on staff salaries, durable equipment, charitable activities, individual scholarships, and activities within the U.S. Proposals are evaluated on relevance to U.S. priorities, program quality, feasibility, monitoring and evaluation plans, and budget/sustainability.

The U.S. Embassy Bangkok, Department of State, announced the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, offering grants from $5,000 to $100,000, with a total of $205,000 available. The program seeks proposals from U.S. government-sponsored exchange alumni in Thailand to develop innovative solutions for community challenges, aligning with themes like Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, all promoting the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America (Freedom250). Projects should demonstrate strong ties to U.S. expertise, technology, and companies. The application deadline is February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time. Eligibility requires at least two Thai alumni per project team, with U.S. citizen alumni participating as team members, not leaders. Alumni associations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration. Proposals will be evaluated based on relevance to U.S. government priorities, quality and feasibility, program planning, monitoring and evaluation, and budget and sustainability.

The U.S. Embassy Bangkok's 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, with Opportunity Number OFOP0002427, is soliciting proposals from U.S. government exchange program alumni and their associations in Thailand. The fund aims to support innovative public service projects that align with themes of Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, promoting U.S. innovation and strengthening bilateral ties. Individual project awards range from $5,000 to $35,000, while national or regional alumni conferences can receive up to $100,000, with a total available funding of $205,000. Applications are due by February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time, and must be submitted via email to BangkokPD@state.gov. Eligible applicants must include at least two non-U.S. citizen Thai alumni in their project teams. Organizations are not eligible to apply directly but can partner with alumni teams. Applicants must comply with specific federal regulations, including anti-discrimination laws and prohibitions on certain unmanned aircraft systems. Funding cannot be used for staff salaries, large equipment, charitable activities, individual scholarships, or activities in the U.S. Proposals will be evaluated based on relevance to U.S. government priorities, program quality and feasibility, ability to achieve objectives, monitoring and evaluation plans, and budget and sustainability.

The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, announced by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok, offers grants from $5,000 to $100,000, totaling $205,000, for U.S. government exchange program alumni to develop innovative community solutions. Projects, with a performance period of up to 12 months starting August 2026, must align with themes like Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, promoting the 250th anniversary of the U.S. and highlighting U.S. innovation. Eligible applicants are Thai alumni or their associations; project teams must include at least two non-U.S. citizen alumni. Applications are due by February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time, and require specific forms, a detailed proposal, budget, and attachments. Organizations need a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration, though individuals do not. Cost-sharing is encouraged but not mandatory. The review criteria emphasize relevance to U.S. priorities, project quality, feasibility, monitoring, evaluation, budget, and sustainability. Prohibited activities include staff salaries, large equipment purchases, charitable activities, individual scholarships, and support for partisan politics.

The 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, announced by the U.S. Embassy Bangkok, offers grants from $5,000 to $100,000, totaling $205,000, for U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni from Thailand. Projects must include at least two Thai alumni and align with themes such as Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, promoting the 250th anniversary of the U.S. founding. Applications are due by February 15, 2026, 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time. Eligibility requires specific SAM.gov registration for alumni associations, and proposals must demonstrate strong ties to U.S. expertise. Prohibited activities include staff salaries, construction, and direct social services. The selection process evaluates relevance to U.S. priorities, project feasibility, and sustainability.

The U.S. Embassy Bangkok's 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) in Thailand, with funding up to $205,000, seeks proposals from Thai alumni of U.S. government exchange programs. Projects must address community challenges aligned with themes like Safety and Security, Business and Entrepreneurship, Technology and Innovation, and Alumni Engagement, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. founding. Individual awards range from $5,000 to $35,000, while national or regional conferences can receive up to $100,000. Key eligibility criteria include teams with at least two non-U.S. citizen Thai alumni. Applications, due February 15, 2026, at 4:00 P.M. Bangkok Time, require specific forms, a detailed proposal, budget, and attachments. Proposals are evaluated on relevance to U.S. priorities, feasibility, program planning, monitoring, evaluation, and sustainability. Cost sharing is encouraged but not mandatory. The funding cannot cover staff salaries, large equipment, alcohol, scholarships, or activities in the U.S. Organizations must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and SAM.gov registration.