DOS-AZE-PD-24-01: ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT INNOVATION FUND
Closed
This grant is closed. Who won this program's grants before is below, and similar open grants are at the end of the page. It is in our archive of U.S. Mission to Azerbaijan notices from 2024.
U.S. Mission to Azerbaijan offered grants of up to $35,000 (at least $5,000) to individuals. It expected to make one award. Applications closed on February 22, 2024.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed January 18, 2024. Checked November 7, 2026.
- Award ceiling$35,000
- Award floor$5,000
- Expected awards1
- Cost sharingNot required
- Funding typeGrant
Key dates
| Posted | January 16, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | February 22, 2024 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | March 23, 2024 |
Who can apply
This opportunity was open to individuals.
- Individuals
Is this a realistic fit?
- Past Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants awards averaged $17,021; this notice allows up to $35,000 per award.
- No cost sharing or match is required.
What the grant funds
AEIF provides alumni of U.S. government-sponsored and facilitated exchange programs with funding to expand on skills gained during their exchange experience to design and implement innovative solutions to global challenges facing their community. Since its inception in 2011, AEIF has funded nearly 500 alumni-led projects around the world through a competitive global competition. Inspiration can be found at alumni.state.gov/aeif and in the linked pages for Winners and Success Stories in the left column. This year, AEIF will support the United States’ commitment to "Catalyzing Change: Promoting Social Entrepreneurship as a Vehicle for Economic Development." The U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan will accept public service projects proposed and managed by teams of at least two (2) alumni that support themes such as: Economic Awareness and Education: Projects that raise awareness about key economic challenges facing communities in Azerbaijan. Proposals may include initiatives to educate the public on economic concepts, financial literacy, and opportunities for economic advancement. Training for Economic Resilience: Projects that provide targeted training programs to enhance the skills of local communities in navigating economic challenges. This could involve workshops, seminars, or skill-building sessions to empower individuals and businesses. Capacity Building for Sustainable Development: Projects that contribute to the long-term economic development of Azerbaijan by building local capacity. This may involve the establishment of training centers, mentorship programs, or initiatives that foster entrepreneurship and innovation. Mitigating Economic Effects of Climate Change: Projects that safeguard communities from the negative effects of climate change through assessments of fiscal risks posed by the impacts of climate change, implementation of sustainable and viable alternatives such as green energy, and public awareness campaigns. Proposals that do not address the theme as outlined in the program objectives will be deemed ineligible. All project activities must take place outside of the United States and its territories.
Who has won Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants grants before
From fiscal 2021 to 2025, Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants (19.022) awarded $57.2 million across 3,361 grant awards, an average of $17,021 per award.
| Recipient | State | Awards | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees | 431 | $9.9 million | |
| Georgetown University | District of Columbia | 4 | $1.6 million |
| Persatuan Gaya Hidup Lestari Biji Biji Kuala Lumpur | 7 | $1.1 million | |
| American Councils for International Education: Actr/Accels, Inc. | District of Columbia | 24 | $817,659 |
| Protea Owl Foundation | 9 | $665,582 |
Applying now
This notice no longer takes applications. Agencies often post the same opportunity again under a new number, so check the program's notices on Grants.gov and the similar open grants below.
The notice on Grants.gov keeps its full text and attachments, which is useful for planning a resubmission.
Questions people ask
Is DOS-AZE-PD-24-01 still open?
No. It closed on February 22, 2024.
Who can apply for ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT INNOVATION FUND?
U.S. Mission to Azerbaijan accepted applications from individuals.
What is the deadline for ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT INNOVATION FUND?
Closed February 22, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $35,000 each.
Who has won Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs Appropriation Overseas Grants grants before?
The largest recipients over five fiscal years were Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees, Georgetown University, Persatuan Gaya Hidup Lestari Biji Biji Kuala Lumpur. The program made 3,361 awards worth $57.2 million in that time.