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Closed on May 10, 2026

Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Malaysia 2026

U.S. Mission to Malaysia · Opportunity number PDSKLAEIF2026

View the official notice on Grants.gov

Details summarized from the official notice as of May 11, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of May 10, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberPDSKLAEIF2026
AgencyU.S. Mission to Malaysia
Department of State
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)19.022
PostedApr 10, 2026
DeadlineMay 10, 2026
Award ceiling$100,000
Award floor$5,000
Expected number of awards4
Estimated total program funding$100,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryBusiness and commerce
Last updated hereMay 11, 2026

Summary from the notice

The Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur announces an open, competitive opportunity for alumni of U.S. government exchange programs to propose projects that expand the impact of America's investment in their professional development.

OPTION 1: General AEIF Grants ($5,000-$35,000) supports Malaysian alumni who design and implement practical, results-oriented initiatives that advance U.S. policy priorities and promote American interests.

OPTION 2: The AEIF Borneo Alumni Reunion 2026 (Up to $100,000) is a tri-national summit that will transform our alumni across Borneo (Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei) into a powerful network amplifying America's soft power reach.

Freedom250: All successful AEIF Malaysia 2026 proposals must clearly celebrate and promote the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America (Freedom250) and align with the Administration's key goals: making America safer, strengthening our nation, expanding our prosperity, and defending freedom of speech.

Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Private colleges and universities
  • Individuals
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than colleges)
  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)
  • Public and state colleges and universities

Who should take a closer look

  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • Individuals

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Public International Organizations and Governmental institutions

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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