2025 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)
ID: 357454Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Morocco (DOS-MAR)

Award Range

$10K - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357454

Additional Information

https://ma.usembassy.gov/afcp-grants-program/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Morocco is offering the 2025 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program to support cultural heritage preservation projects within Morocco. This initiative aims to enhance U.S.-Morocco relations by promoting economic growth and safeguarding cultural heritage, with funding available between $10,000 and $500,000 for projects lasting from 12 to 60 months. Eligible applicants include Moroccan non-profit organizations, public entities, and U.S. non-profits or educational institutions, while individuals and commercial entities are excluded from participation. Interested parties must submit a Concept Note by January 3, 2025, to Rabatgrants@state.gov, with the potential to advance to a full proposal submission by April 30, 2025, contingent upon successful evaluation. For further details, applicants can refer to the U.S. Embassy's webpage or contact Firdaous El Hamdi via email.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rabatgrants@state.gov
    Files
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    2025.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State is offering the 2025 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program to support cultural heritage preservation projects worldwide, specifically in Morocco. The program aims to foster U.S.-Morocco relations by promoting economic growth and safeguarding cultural heritage, with funding ranging from $10,000 to $500,000 for projects lasting 12 to 60 months. Eligible applicants include Moroccan NGOs and U.S. non-profits or educational institutions, while individuals or commercial entities are excluded. The application process consists of two rounds: Round I requires submission of a Concept Note by January 3, 2025, detailing the project idea, its community contributions, and a budget estimate. Successful proposals in Round I may advance to Round II, requiring a full project proposal. Certain activities, such as preserving privately owned items or conducting historical research without clear project intent, are ineligible for funding. The initiative aligns with broader U.S. government goals, including equity and compliance with federal regulations. Project support is contingent upon available funding and Congressional approval, ensuring a structured approach to preserving cultural heritage in Morocco while demonstrating respect for its cultural values.
    AFCP.pdf
    The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2025 Grants Program is now open for applications, with deadlines for concept notes on January 31, 2025, and full project proposals by April 30, 2025. This program, initiated by the State Department in 2001, aims to preserve cultural heritage globally, contributing to U.S. foreign policy and public diplomacy goals. Embassies can propose up to three projects per country, focusing on political diplomacy goals. Funding will range from $25,000 to $500,000, with an anticipated 25 to 35 projects supported, depending on available funds. Key priorities for FY 2025 include supporting U.S. treaty obligations, community goals beyond cultural heritage, risk reduction in disaster-prone areas, post-disaster recovery, and projects in countries that have not previously received AFCP awards. Important caveats include that the program can fund religiously connected sites as long as they are justified on non-religious cultural criteria. The grant process encourages embassies to connect with the AFCP Program Team for guidance before submissions. Results will be announced in July 2025 after application reviews. Interested parties should consult the attached AFCP 2025 Application Guide for detailed procedures.
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