U.S. Mission to Canada Alumni Summit

U.S. Mission to Canada$75,000Closed

Nonprofits Schools & universities Small award Narrow eligibility

Deadline: Jul 31, 2026
Posted: Jun 18, 2026
Award amount: $75,000
Focus areas: Other (see text field entitled "Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity" for clarification)

In plain English

The U.S. Mission to Canada announces a program to convene Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs for an alumni summit in Ottawa. Eligible applicants are public and private institutions of higher education and nonprofits (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3), other than higher-ed institutions). The award is about $75,000. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits and educational institutions, with the program targeting Canada-based exchange alumni.

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Who can apply

Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Public and State controlled institutions of higher education; Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education; Private institutions of higher education

About this grant

The U.S. Department of State's Embassy Ottawa announces an open competition to implement a program to convene alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs for an alumni summit in Ottawa, Ontario. This summit will bring together exchange program alumni to foster continued engagement, networking, and collaboration among participants who have benefited from U.S. exchange initiatives. The summit will provide a platform for alumni to reconnect, share experiences, and explore opportunities for ongoing partnership. The target audience is Canadian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored exchange programs based in Canada. This program advances U.S. foreign policy priorities by strengthening people-to-people ties between the United States and Canada. By leveraging past exchange program investments and maintaining robust alumni networks, the program supports the bilateral relationship and promotes mutual understanding between the United States and Canada. The summit will foster continued collaboration among exchange alumni, reinforcing the long-term impact of U.S. exchange programs and contributing to deeper cooperation on shared priorities. Submission Requirement and Deadlines: 1. Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available on the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada website under “2026 Alumni Summit Proposal Form” and “2026 Alumni Summit Budget Form” and Grant.gov Forms https://grants.gov/forms/forms-repository/ 2. Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: ottawa-pa@state.gov . 3. Unique entity identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov) Submission Method : Submitting all application materials directly to the following email address: ottawa-pa@state.gov . Applicants opting to submit applications via email to ottawa-pa@state.gov must include the Funding Opportunity Title and Funding Opportunity Number in the subject line of the email.

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