AFCP 2020 Small Grants Competition
ID: 322814Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Egypt (DOS-EGY)

Award Range

$10K - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Arts

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/322814

Additional Information

https://eg.usembassy.gov/education-culture/afcp/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Egypt is inviting applications for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2020 Small Grants Competition, aimed at supporting the preservation of cultural heritage. Eligible applicants include reputable non-commercial entities such as NGOs, museums, and cultural ministries that can demonstrate experience in managing cultural preservation projects. The funding, which ranges from $10,000 to $200,000, is intended for activities such as the conservation of cultural sites, objects, and traditional expressions, with a deadline for proposals set for December 5, 2019. Interested parties can submit applications electronically to CairoAFCP@state.gov, and further details can be found on the U.S. Embassy Cairo's website.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dina Abdelhafez Cultural Affairs Specialist
    01286674862
    abdelhafezdh@state.gov
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