Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2025
ID: 358436Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Namibia (DOS-NAM)

Award Range

$5K - $35K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358436

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    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Namibia is inviting applications for the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2025, aimed at supporting projects proposed by alumni of U.S. government-funded or sponsored exchange programs. Eligible applicants must form teams of at least two alumni, with the stipulation that U.S. citizen alumni cannot submit proposals but may participate as team members. This initiative is crucial for fostering collaboration and innovation among exchange alumni, enhancing educational and cultural ties. Interested teams should submit their proposals to WindhoekPublicDiplomacy@state.gov by March 14, 2025, with funding amounts ranging from $5,000 to $35,000 and a total estimated program funding of $35,000 available for two expected awards.

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