Opportunity Information: Apply for DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004
The Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) 2021 is a competitive grant opportunity offered by the U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan, through the U.S. Embassy in Nur-Sultan and the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty. It is designed specifically for alumni of U.S. government-funded or U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs, giving them a way to apply the skills, experience, and networks they gained during their exchange to create practical, community-focused solutions. The program has a long track record globally: since launching in 2011, AEIF has supported nearly 500 alumni-led projects worldwide, positioning it as a well-established funding mechanism for alumni-driven civic and social impact work.
For the 2021 cycle in Kazakhstan, proposals must be submitted by teams made up of at least two exchange program alumni, not by a single individual. The U.S. Mission is seeking project ideas that align with a single priority theme for this year: mental health awareness, the promotion of mental wellbeing, and resiliency. In other words, the focus is not general community development in the broad sense, but targeted initiatives that help people better understand mental health, access support, and build healthier attitudes and behaviors around mental wellbeing.
Projects may address one or more of three specific goals. The first goal centers on improving public understanding of mental health issues, including recognizing signs of mental health challenges and learning strategies for providing timely help. The second goal emphasizes increasing awareness of resources, methods, and tools that strengthen mental health and resiliency, with particular attention to at-risk audiences, and it encourages drawing on American best practices related to mental health promotion. The third goal is aimed at tackling stigma directly by correcting common misconceptions and myths and helping normalize informed, respectful conversations about mental health. Applicants can design proposals that target any combination of these goals, as long as the connection to the theme is clear and the planned activities are concrete and community-relevant.
In terms of funding structure, the opportunity is listed as discretionary and may be awarded as either a grant or a cooperative agreement. The award ceiling is $50,000, and the U.S. Mission expects to make one award under this announcement. The funding opportunity number is DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004, and it is administered by the U.S. Department of State (U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan) under CFDA 19.040. The application package requires specific forms referenced in the opportunity materials (noted as being available in the "Related Documents" section of the full announcement).
Applications were due by March 31, 2021, at 1800 Nur-Sultan time, and submissions were to be sent by email to KazakhstanAlumni@state.gov. Overall, AEIF 2021 in Kazakhstan is best understood as a targeted, alumni-only funding stream meant to turn exchange experience into measurable local impact, with a clear 2021 emphasis on mental health literacy, resiliency-building tools, and stigma reduction.Apply for DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Kazakhstan in the community development, education sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund 2021" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.040.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 22, 2021.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 31, 2021. (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 $50,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Community Development, Education
Next opportunity: NMFS West Coast Region Education and Outreach Program
Previous opportunity: U.S. Embassy Cotonou PDS Request for Statements of Interest: Annual Program Statement
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 DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Countering Disinformation for Telugu TV Reporters Apply for H NOFO 21 101 Funding Number: H NOFO 21 101 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to India Category: Community Development, Education Funding Amount: $50,000 |
| YSEALI Regional Workshop on Designing Games That Drive Social Change Apply for SMY300 FY2022 YSEALIGAMES Funding Number: SMY300 FY2022 YSEALIGAMES Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Malaysia Category: Community Development, Education Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Implementation and Management of the U.S. Alumni Network of Tajikistan (USANT) Apply for STI400 23 PDS AW 0002 Funding Number: STI400 23 PDS AW 0002 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Tajikistan Category: Community Development, Education Funding Amount: $200,000 |
| Fund to Support Equal Opportunity for Vulnerable Populations Apply for POL BUD FY23 AEECA002 Funding Number: POL BUD FY23 AEECA002 Agency: Department of State, U.S. Mission to Hungary Category: Community Development, Education Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Notice of Funding Opportunity for American Center - Journalism Club Apply for SVM700 18 PAS 002 Funding Number: SVM700 18 PAS 002 Agency: U.S. Mission to Vietnam Category: Community Development, Education 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 "DOS KAZ ALM PAS 21 004", 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.