Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2025

The U.S. Embassy in Yaounde, Cameroon is seeking proposals for the 2025 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) cooperative agreement. The opportunity is open to teams of at least two alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs and aims to fund innovative projects that address one of two themes: 1) preparing young civic engagement activists for effective participation in local elections, or 2) strengthening Cameroonian alumni entrepreneurs' capacity to attract investment and scale their businesses. Proposals must include a detailed program of activities, timeline, beneficiary selection process, and impact evaluation system. The Embassy will be substantially involved in the project design and implementation. Applications are due by January 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm Central Africa Time.

The total available funding is $35,000, with approximately two awards expected ranging from $15,000 to $35,000 each. The projects will be structured as 1-10 month cooperative agreements starting in May 2025. Applicants must be registered in SAM.gov and demonstrate the ability to advance equity and engage underserved communities. Regular program and financial reporting will be required.