Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2026

DOS-OMA Posted MUSCAT-PAS-2026-01

Description

The U.S. Embassy Muscat invites alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs to apply for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026). Proposals must include teams of at least two alumni who meet all program eligibility requirements. The most competitive proposals will advance key priorities identified below. Interested exchange alumni must apply via the online application form which includes space to upload the required proposal and budget documents. The deadline to apply is June 14th, 2026 . For questions, please contact muscatpasgrants@state.gov . This year, the U.S. Embassy Muscat is seeking proposals from teams of at least two (2) alumni. All AEIF projects must celebrate and promote Freedom 250 – the celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary. Preference will also be given to projects engaging with one or more of the following themes: Commercial ties Sports diplomacy Cultural heritage and showcasing U.S. excellence in creative industries Emerging and advanced technologies Space cooperation and innovation

Eligibility

The following are eligible to apply:
Applicants must be alumni of a U.S. government-funded exchange program or a U.S. government-sponsored exchange program (https://j1visa.state.gov/ ).
Projects teams must include teams of at least two (2) alumni. Alumni who are U.S. citizen alumni cannot submit proposals, but may participate as team members in a project.
Alumni teams may be comprised of alumni from different exchange programs and different countries.
Actions
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Funding Details
Award Floor
$5,000.00
Award Ceiling
$35,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
Not specified
Expected Awards
2
Key Dates
Posted
May 12, 2026
Closes
June 14, 2026
Archive Date
July 14, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
U.S. Mission to Oman
Agency Code
DOS-OMA
Funding Instrument
Other