Opportunity Information: Apply for PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01
AEIF: Celebrating Freedom 250 and Advancing USA-ROC is a discretionary grant opportunity released by the U.S. Department of State through U.S. Embassy Brazzaville (U.S. Mission to the Republic of the Congo). The program is meant to fund public-facing activities in the Republic of the Congo (ROC) that support key U.S. foreign policy priorities while also marking major U.S. thematic moments, specifically the Freedom 250 milestone, promotion of American innovation and technology, and anticipation of the FIFA World Cup hosted in the United States. A central thread running through the opportunity is relationship-building: projects should help strengthen the U.S.-ROC partnership, elevate shared values, and contribute to broader goals tied to stability and prosperity.
The funded work is expected to reach and engage audiences that can multiply impact across Congolese society and existing U.S. engagement networks. The opportunity specifically highlights youth, entrepreneurs, educators, civil society leaders, and U.S. government (USG) program alumni as priority target groups. In practical terms, competitive proposals will likely be those that do more than run one-off events and instead create visible, participatory programming that connects people to American ideas, expertise, and opportunities. The notice also signals interest in activities that improve commercial ties, such as promoting American businesses, encouraging trade connections between the United States and the ROC, and showcasing U.S. technology and innovation in ways that are relevant to local needs and aspirations.
Eligibility is unusually specific because this is an Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) style competition. While the notice lists categories like non-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/NGOs, and public or private educational institutions, the controlling requirement is that applications must be submitted by U.S. government exchange alumni or alumni associations of U.S. government exchange alumni. No other organizations may apply on their own. Individuals can apply only if they are alumni of a U.S. government-funded or U.S. government-sponsored exchange program, and each project team must include at least two alumni. Alumni teams can be mixed across different exchange programs and even different countries, but U.S. citizen alumni are not allowed to submit proposals as applicants (they can still participate as team members). Exchange alumni applicants are allowed to partner with NGOs, think tanks, and academic institutions to carry out activities, and the award can be issued either to the individual alumni applicant(s) or to the partner organization, depending on how the project is structured.
The notice makes clear that for-profit entities are not eligible to apply, even if they otherwise resemble an eligible organization type. It also clarifies implementation arrangements: organizations may subcontract parts of the work to other entities, but only one non-profit, non-governmental entity can serve as the prime recipient of the award. If subcontracting is included, proposals need to spell out who does what, and applicants are pointed to the federal guidance in 2 CFR 200.331 for understanding the difference between a subcontract relationship and a subrecipient relationship.
From a funding standpoint, the opportunity number is PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01, issued under CFDA 19.022. The embassy expects to make around two awards, with an award ceiling of $35,000 per award. The posting date (creation date) is 2026-04-22, and the original closing date for submissions is 2026-05-22. Overall, this is a small-grants competition designed for alumni-led, high-visibility public diplomacy projects that connect Congolese communities with U.S. themes and partnerships, especially around civic values, innovation, and people-to-people and commercial ties between the United States and the Republic of the Congo.Apply for PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01
- The U.S. Mission to the Republic of the Congo in the other sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "AEIF: Celebrating Freedom 250 and Advancing USA-ROC" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.022.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2026-04-22.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2026-05-22. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $35,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Individuals, For-profit organizations other than small businesses.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
FAQs: AEIF - Celebrating Freedom 250 and Advancing USA-ROC (U.S. Embassy Brazzaville)
What is this grant opportunity?
AEIF: Celebrating Freedom 250 and Advancing USA-ROC is a discretionary grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, released through U.S. Embassy Brazzaville (U.S. Mission to the Republic of the Congo). It supports alumni-led, public-facing activities in the Republic of the Congo that advance U.S. foreign policy priorities while highlighting major U.S. thematic moments, including the Freedom 250 milestone, American innovation and technology, and anticipation of the FIFA World Cup hosted in the United States.
Who is offering the funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Department of State through U.S. Embassy Brazzaville.
Where must funded activities take place?
Funded activities are meant to be public-facing and implemented in the Republic of the Congo (ROC).
What are the main goals of the program?
The program aims to strengthen the U.S.-ROC partnership, elevate shared values, and contribute to broader goals tied to stability and prosperity. A central theme is relationship-building through visible, participatory programming that connects Congolese communities with American ideas, expertise, and opportunities.
What themes or priority areas does the opportunity emphasize?
The notice highlights programming that aligns with key U.S. priorities and thematic moments, specifically:
- Celebrating the Freedom 250 milestone
- Promoting American innovation and technology
- Building momentum and engagement connected to the FIFA World Cup hosted in the United States
- Strengthening people-to-people ties and the U.S.-ROC relationship
- Supporting stability and prosperity goals
- Improving commercial ties (trade connections, showcasing American businesses and U.S. technology in locally relevant ways)
What kinds of activities are most likely to be competitive?
Based on the notice, competitive proposals will likely go beyond one-off events. The opportunity signals a preference for programming that is visible, participatory, and designed to build relationships and multiply impact across Congolese society and existing U.S. engagement networks. It also signals interest in activities that strengthen commercial ties and showcase U.S. innovation in ways that connect to local needs and aspirations.
Who should the project engage or target?
The opportunity identifies priority audiences that can multiply impact, including:
- Youth
- Entrepreneurs
- Educators
- Civil society leaders
- U.S. government (USG) program alumni
Is this an Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) style competition?
Yes. The eligibility rules are unusually specific because this is described as an AEIF-style competition, meaning the controlling eligibility requirement is tied to U.S. government exchange alumni leadership and submission.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applications must be submitted by U.S. government exchange alumni or alumni associations of U.S. government exchange alumni. While the notice mentions categories such as non-profit organizations, think tanks, civil society/NGOs, and public or private educational institutions, the controlling requirement is that the applicant must be a U.S. government exchange alumnus/alumna (or an alumni association).
Can non-alumni organizations apply on their own?
No. The notice states that no other organizations may apply on their own unless the application is submitted by eligible U.S. government exchange alumni or an alumni association.
Can an individual apply?
Yes, but only if the individual is an alumnus/alumna of a U.S. government-funded or U.S. government-sponsored exchange program.
Does the project team need to include more than one alumnus/alumna?
Yes. Each project team must include at least two alumni.
Can alumni from different exchange programs work together?
Yes. Alumni teams can be mixed across different exchange programs.
Can alumni from different countries work together on the same team?
Yes. The notice states that alumni teams can include alumni from different countries.
Are U.S. citizen alumni allowed to submit proposals as applicants?
No. The notice explicitly states that U.S. citizen alumni are not allowed to submit proposals as applicants.
Can U.S. citizen alumni still participate in the project?
Yes. Even though U.S. citizen alumni cannot be applicants, they can still participate as team members.
Can alumni applicants partner with other organizations to carry out activities?
Yes. Eligible alumni applicants may partner with NGOs, think tanks, and academic institutions to implement activities.
Who can receive the award funds?
Depending on how the project is structured, the award can be issued either to the individual alumni applicant(s) or to the partner organization.
Are for-profit entities eligible to apply?
No. The notice makes clear that for-profit entities are not eligible to apply, even if they otherwise resemble an eligible organization type.
How many awards does the embassy expect to make?
The embassy expects to make around two awards.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling is $35,000 per award.
Is this considered a small-grants program?
Yes. The notice describes it as a small-grants competition designed for alumni-led, high-visibility public diplomacy projects.
What is the opportunity number and CFDA number?
The opportunity number is PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01, issued under CFDA 19.022.
What is the posting date for this opportunity?
The posting (creation) date is 2026-04-22.
When is the application due?
The original closing date for submissions is 2026-05-22.
Can parts of the work be subcontracted?
Yes. Organizations may subcontract parts of the work to other entities, but proposals should clearly describe who will do what.
How many prime recipients are allowed?
Only one non-profit, non-governmental entity can serve as the prime recipient of the award.
What guidance applies to subcontract vs. subrecipient roles?
The notice points applicants to 2 CFR 200.331 for federal guidance on understanding the difference between a subcontract relationship and a subrecipient relationship.
Does the opportunity encourage activities related to commercial ties?
Yes. The notice signals interest in projects that improve commercial ties, such as promoting American businesses, encouraging trade connections between the United States and the ROC, and showcasing U.S. technology and innovation in locally relevant ways.
What is the overarching approach the notice is looking for?
The notice emphasizes relationship-building and multiplier impact. Projects are expected to engage audiences positioned to spread influence across Congolese society and existing U.S. engagement networks, using public-facing programming tied to shared values, innovation, and U.S.-ROC partnership.
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other
Next opportunity: Ecological Parameters in the Forested Wetlands of Southern Florida
Previous opportunity: Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program – NEW (Year 1)
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| FY2026 - Historic Preservation Fund- Annual Tribal Historic Preservation Office Grants Apply for P26AS00361 Funding Number: P26AS00361 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other Funding Amount: $181,000 |
| FY2026 - Historic Preservation Fund- Annual State Historic Preservation Office Grants Apply for P26AS00363 Funding Number: P26AS00363 Agency: National Park Service Category: Other Funding Amount: $2,200,000 |
| Africa Regional Services Paris Annual Program Statement: ARS Speaker Program Apply for AF PDPA FY26 01 Funding Number: AF PDPA FY26 01 Agency: Africa Regional Services Category: Other Funding Amount: $12,000 |
| U.S. Embassy Lome Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program Apply for LOME FY26 APS 0001 Funding Number: LOME FY26 APS 0001 Agency: U.S. Mission to Togo Category: Other Funding Amount: $25,000 |
| EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026 Apply for PAS ZAF FY26 02 Funding Number: PAS ZAF FY26 02 Agency: U.S. Mission to South Africa Category: Other Funding Amount: $67,500 |
| Advancing NATO’s Collective Defense and Industrial Capacity Apply for OFOP0002706 Funding Number: OFOP0002706 Agency: U.S. Mission to Belgium Category: Other Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2026 Call for Proposals Apply for AF DARFY26 01 Funding Number: AF DARFY26 01 Agency: U.S. Mission to Tanzania Category: Other Funding Amount: $35,000 |
| Operation and Management of the Edward M. Kennedy Center Apply for PD DHAKA NOFO FY2026 02 Funding Number: PD DHAKA NOFO FY2026 02 Agency: U.S. Mission to Bangladesh Category: Other Funding Amount: $550,000 |
| FY 2026 Future Leaders Exchange Global (FLEX Global) Apply for DFOP0018219 Funding Number: DFOP0018219 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $22,000,000 |
| FY 2027 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program Apply for DFOP0018211 Funding Number: DFOP0018211 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $10,500,000 |
| FY 2027 Fulbright Specialist Program Apply for DFOP0018215 Funding Number: DFOP0018215 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $4,600,000 |
| Protecting U.S. Critical Energy Investments Through C-UAS and UAS Surveillance Capabilities in Iraq Apply for DFOP0018094 Funding Number: DFOP0018094 Agency: Bureau of Counterterrorism Category: Other Funding Amount: $6,808,090 |
| Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund - AEIF - 2026 Apply for EMB YAOUNDE AEIF FY26 01 Funding Number: EMB YAOUNDE AEIF FY26 01 Agency: U.S. Mission to Cameroon Category: Other Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| American Center Kampala Management and Programming Apply for DOS PDS FY26 02 Funding Number: DOS PDS FY26 02 Agency: U.S. Mission to Uganda Category: Other Funding Amount: $70,000 |
| Strengthening Transit Security and Economic Protection in Mozambique Apply for DFOP0018106 Funding Number: DFOP0018106 Agency: Bureau of Counterterrorism Category: Other Funding Amount: $4,933,399 |
| Strengthening Early Warning, Detection, & Response in Mozambique Apply for DFOP0018118 Funding Number: DFOP0018118 Agency: Bureau of Counterterrorism Category: Other Funding Amount: $2,960,039 |
| FY 2026 Tech Youth Program Apply for DFOP0018281 Funding Number: DFOP0018281 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,100,000 |
| FY 2026 U.S. Creative Tech Exchange Apply for DFOP0018285 Funding Number: DFOP0018285 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,320,000 |
| FY 2026 TechLeaders: Critical Emerging Technologies Exchange Apply for DFOP0018277 Funding Number: DFOP0018277 Agency: Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other Funding Amount: $1,500,000 |
| 2026 American Spaces Support Funds: Celebrating Freedom 250 and Advancing USA-ROC Shared Goals Apply for PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 02 Funding Number: PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 02 Agency: U.S. Mission to the Republic of the Congo Category: Other Funding Amount: $10,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "PDS BRAZZAVILLE FY26 01", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.