AEIF-2026-BIH-APPLICATION-PACKAGE.zip

This is an application package for the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF), a grant program administered by the U.S. Embassy in Sarajevo through the Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (CFDA 19.022). The fund supports projects developed and implemented by U.S. government-funded exchange alumni that promote shared U.S. interests and benefit local communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. All projects must celebrate and promote Freedom 250, the United States' 250th birthday celebration, and align with policy objectives including enhancing U.S. security and prosperity, celebrating American excellence, or defending freedom of speech. The program typically awards between $5,000 and $35,000 per project, with performance periods ranging from 6 to 18 months, though larger regional initiatives may reach $100,000. Eligible applicants are U.S. government-funded exchange program alumni, and all project activities must take place outside U.S. territories and primarily benefit foreign national communities.

Recipients must maintain comprehensive financial records, supporting documents, and statistical records for three years from the date of final expenditure report submission, as required by Department of State Standard Terms and Conditions. Projects must demonstrate support for mutual understanding between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina while advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives through educational, cultural, or community-focused initiatives. The application package likely contains detailed instructions, required federal forms, eligibility criteria, evaluation procedures, and submission guidelines specific to this funding opportunity.