Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation – Uganda 2025
ID: 357611Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Uganda (DOS-UGA)

Award Range

$10K - $500K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357611
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Uganda is inviting applications for the 2025 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Grants Program, aimed at preserving cultural heritage in Uganda. Eligible projects should focus on protecting historic buildings, archaeological sites, museum collections, and traditional cultural expressions, with funding ranging from $10,000 to $500,000, depending on the project's scope and budget justification. This initiative emphasizes international cooperation in cultural preservation efforts, and interested applicants must submit concept notes by January 10, 2025, to be considered for the program. For inquiries, applicants can contact the Mission Uganda Public Diplomacy Grants Management Team at ssempebwavb@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ssempebwavb@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    AFCP.pdf
    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) outlines the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2025 Grants Program aimed at preserving cultural heritage in Uganda. The program invites applications for projects ranging from $10,000 to $500,000, with a total budget of $500,000 available, dependent on funding. The application deadline for the initial concept note is January 10, 2025. Eligible applicants include foreign institutions of higher education, NGOs, public entities, and U.S.-based non-profits, all required to have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and registration in SAM.gov. Projects eligible for funding must focus on protecting historic buildings, archaeological sites, museum collections, and traditional cultural expressions. The application process involves a two-round submission, with successful concepts advancing to a detailed proposal phase. Applicants are encouraged to leverage community engagement and maintain projects sustainably post-award. The NOFO also specifies ineligible activities and funding restrictions, emphasizing a transparent review process based on strategic value, project goals, capacity, and budget justification, among other criteria. Compliance with federal regulations and reporting requirements is mandatory for all recipients. Overall, the AFCP emphasizes international cooperation in cultural preservation efforts in Uganda.
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