2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026)

Funding Opportunity Title: 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-01 Announcement Type: Initial Announcement Deadline for Applications: Friday April 24, 2026 Assistance Listing Number: 19.022 Length of performance period: 12 months or less Number of awards anticipated: Up to 3 Awards Award amounts: Awards may range from a minimum of $5000 to a maximum of $35000 (approximately) Total available funding: $105,000 pending availability of funds Type of Funding: FY26 Educational and Cultural Exchanges (ECE) Anticipated project start date: September 2026 The U.S. Embassy in Rabat announces the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), providing grants between $5,000 and $35,000 for alumni-led initiatives. This competition is open to teams of at least two U.S. exchange alumni, non-profits, and educational institutions. Projects must advance U.S. foreign policy, promote America's 250th anniversary, and address community challenges through alumni networks, government partnerships, or leadership development. Projects must take placeoutside the United States and its territories. Applicantscansubmitonly one proposalper applicant/team. Project Background, Goals, and Objectives: The United States Embassy in Morocco announces an open competition for past participants (alumni) of U.S. government-funded and U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs tosubmitapplications to the2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). AEIF 2026 supports alumni-led projects that advance U.S. foreign policyobjectives, strengthen people-to-people ties, and amplify the long-term impact of U.S. exchange programs. Projects must clearlydemonstratehow alumni apply skills and networks gained during their exchange experiences to address shared challenges in their communities. All AEIF projects must celebrate and promote Americas 250th anniversary and align with policy goals such as making the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous. We seek proposals fromteams of at least two exchange alumnithat meet all eligibility requirements outlined below. Exchange alumni interested in participating shouldsubmitcompleted applications and all required materials to RabatGrants@state.gov by COB Friday April 24, 2026. Project Audience(s): Applicants must clearlyidentifythe target audience(s) of the proposed project, including demographic information and an estimate of the number of direct and indirect beneficiaries. Project Goal: AEIF aims to mobilize U.S. exchange alumni expertise, leadership, and cross-sector networks to advance shared U.S.Morocco priorities while promoting America250 values of innovation and American excellence. Project Objectives: AEIF 2026 projects must addressat least oneof the followingobjectives: Convene alumni from different U.S. exchange programs to build or strengthen collaborative alumni networks working on shared priorities. Strengthen partnerships between exchange alumni and the U.S. Government to addresscommon challengesand advance policy goals. Support alumni leadership development and community-based initiatives with measurable and sustainable impact. Projects must clearly explain how activities contribute toAmericas 250th anniversaryand current U.S. policy priorities. Substantial Involvement The award may be issued as a grant, fixed-amount award, or cooperative agreement. The final funding mechanism, total award amount, scope of work, and applicable terms and conditions will be determined through pre-award negotiations between the selected applicant and the U.S. Embassy. APPLICATION CONTENTS AND FORMAT Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible. Content of Application Please ensure: The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity All documents are in English All budgets are in U.S. dollars All applicant authorized signatures are provided where indicated on the various, required forms. The following documents are required: Mandatory application forms SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance organizations) or SF-424-I (Application for Federal Assistance --individuals) at grants.gov or https://ma.usembassy.gov/education/funding-opportunities/ SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs) at grants.gov or Embassy website. SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction programs) at grants.gov or Embassy website. (note: the SF-424B is only required for individuals, organizations exempt from registration, and for organizations not required to fully register in SAM.gov) Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available at: https://ma.usembassy.gov/education/funding-opportunities/ Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: Rabatgrants@state.gov