FY25 Cultural Property Agreement Implementation Grants
ID: 357050Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs (DOS-ECA)

Award Range

$25K - $150K

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/357050
Timeline
    Description

    The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State is offering the FY25 Cultural Property Agreement Implementation Grants to support initiatives that combat illicit trafficking and promote the preservation of cultural heritage. Eligible applicants include foreign institutions of higher education, foreign organizations, foreign public entities, and U.S. nonprofit organizations, with funding ranging from $25,000 to $150,000 and a total estimated program funding of $500,000 for approximately 5-10 grants. This program emphasizes collaborative efforts to enhance cultural protection through activities such as training law enforcement, creating digital inventories, and securing archaeological sites, while excluding the purchase of privately owned cultural property and fundraising campaigns. Interested parties must submit their applications via email to the appropriate U.S. embassy by April 30, 2025, and can reach out to the CPAIG Team at cpaig@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    cpaig@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    CPAIG2025-NOFO.pdf
    The Cultural Property Agreement Implementation Grants (CPAIG) 2025 Program, initiated by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State, aims to support the implementation of cultural property agreements that combat illicit trafficking and promote cultural heritage preservation. Eligible applicants include foreign and U.S. institutions, NGOs, and public entities from countries with active cultural agreements with the U.S. The funding range is between $25,000 and $150,000, with an estimated total of $500,000 available for 5-10 grants. Eligible activities include training law enforcement, creating digital inventories, securing archaeological sites, and fostering public education about cultural protection. Ineligible activities comprise the purchase of privately owned cultural property, natural heritage preservation, and fundraising campaigns. Grant applications must be submitted via email to the respective U.S. embassy, after securing registrations with SAM.gov and Grants.gov. The program prioritizes collaborative efforts and requires applicants to outline project plans, budgets, and expected outcomes rigorously. The review process will evaluate proposals based on clarity of goals, importance of cultural heritage, communication strategies, and sustainability plans post-award. This funding opportunity emphasizes the U.S. commitment to protecting global cultural heritage while enhancing diplomatic relations.
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