U.S. Mission to Slovakia

Description

The U.S. Embassy Bratislava Public Affairs Section (PAS) 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). We seek proposals from teams of at least two alumni that meet all program eligibility requirements. Program Objectives: AEIF increases the impact of the U.S. government’s investment in exchange programs by helping alumni develop and implement projects to support U.S. policy objectives and promote shared interests. All AEIF projects must celebrate and promote “Freedom 250” and align with U.S. policy goals. The U.S. Embassy in Bratislava will accept projects from teams of at least two (2) alumni that support one of the following themes: Promoting freedom of speech and/or religious liberty Encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship Celebrating American excellence Proposals must address at least one of the program objectives and support the alumni community in Slovakia. Proposals that do not address the themes 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 can apply

• Others

Contact

Public Affairs Section <br/>U.S. Embassy in Slovakia
Bratislava_GrantsSlovakia@state.gov