Closed · PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-01 · CFDA 19.022 · Discretionary
2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026)
Federal grant opportunity posted by U.S. Mission to Morocco, cataloged on Grants.gov.
- $5K-$35K
- Award range
- Closed
- Status
- April 24, 2026
- Close date
- 3
- Expected awards
The verdict
2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) is a closed discretionary listing from U.S. Mission to Morocco that offered $5,000 -- $35,000 across 3 expected awards. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.
- $5K-$35K
- award range
- Closed
- application status
- 3
- expected awards
- 19.022
- CFDA program
Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026) - is cataloged under number PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-01 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.022, posted by U.S. Mission to Morocco. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on March 12, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a other.
Award economics. The award range on file is $5,000 -- $35,000. The agency has projected $105,000 in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 3 awards. If the agency funds the expected 3 awards from the $105,000 estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $35,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.
Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on April 24, 2026. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.
Award Range
$5,000 -- $35,000
Close Date
April 24, 2026
Posted
March 12, 2026
Est. Total Funding
$105,000
Expected Awards
3
Instrument
Other
Description
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 place outside the United States and its territories. Applicants can submit only one proposal per 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 to submit applications to the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). AEIF 2026 supports alumni-led projects that advance U.S. foreign policy objectives, strengthen people-to-people ties, and amplify the long-term impact of U.S. exchange programs. Projects must clearly demonstrate how alumni apply skills and networks gained during their exchange experiences to address shared challenges in their communities. All AEIF projects must celebrate and promote America’s 250th anniversary and align with policy goals such as making the United States safer, stronger, and more prosperous. We seek proposals from teams of at least two exchange alumni that meet all eligibility requirements outlined below. Exchange alumni interested in participating should submit completed applications and all required materials to RabatGrants@state.gov by COB Friday April 24, 2026. Project Audience(s): Applicants must clearly identify the 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 address at least one of the following objectives: 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 address common challenges and advance policy goals. Support alumni leadership development and community-based initiatives with measurable and sustainable impact. Projects must clearly explain how activities contribute to America’s 250th anniversary and 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
Eligibility
Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 12. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.
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Agency Contact
Moustapha Laalioui
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