The U.S. Embassy in Colombo announces the AFCP 2017 Small Grants Competition in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. This grant aims to assist in preserving cultural heritage in countries like Maldives and Sri Lanka. Projects ranging from $10,000 to $200,000 are eligible, with past support totaling nearly $900,000 for projects in Sri Lanka and $96,000 for those in Maldives. The deadline for proposals is December 15, 2016. For further details and submissions, contact the Grants Applications Manager at ColomboPDGrants@state.gov with ‘AFCP Small Grants Program’ in the subject line.
Opportunity ID: 290011
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-COL-008-AFCP-SMALL-2017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. AMBASSADORS FUND FOR CULTURAL PRESERVATION 2017 SMALL GRANTS COMPETITION |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Cultural Preservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.025 — U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 09, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 09, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 15, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 15, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $200,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Reputable and accountable non-commercial entities, such as non-governmental organizations, museums, ministries of culture, or similar institutions and organizations that are able to demonstrate that they have the requisite experience and capacity to manage projects to preserve cultural heritage. Embassies will vet applicants for eligibility, suitability, and reputable performance in cultural preservation or similar activities. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | The Embassy of the United States is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition. The AFCP was established in 2001 in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) to assist countries in preserving their cultural heritage. You are invited to work with U.S. Embassy Colombo’s Public Affairs Section to develop and submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. To date, through the auspices of the AFCP, the Embassy has supported four projects in Maldives valued at nearly $96,000, and ten projects in Sri Lanka valued at almost $900,000. Funding Range for Individual Awards: From $10,000 to $200,000 per project. In FY 2016, awards ranged from US $21,400 to US $140,000. The deadline for receipt of proposals is December 15, 2016. Please contact Grants Applications Manger on ColomboPDGrants@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line for further information or to submit proposals. The U.S. Embassy Colombo looks forward to receiving strong proposals in support of efforts to preserve Maldivian and Sri Lankan cultural heritage for future generations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants Applications Manager
Email:ColomboPDGrants@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| updated contact details | Nov 09, 2016 | |
| Nov 09, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-COL-008-AFCP-SMALL-2017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. AMBASSADORS FUND FOR CULTURAL PRESERVATION 2017 SMALL GRANTS COMPETITION |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Cultural Preservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.025 — U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 09, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 09, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 15, 2016 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 15, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $200,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Reputable and accountable non-commercial entities, such as non-governmental organizations, museums, ministries of culture, or similar institutions and organizations that are able to demonstrate that they have the requisite experience and capacity to manage projects to preserve cultural heritage. Embassies will vet applicants for eligibility, suitability, and reputable performance in cultural preservation or similar activities. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | The Embassy of the United States is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition. The AFCP was established in 2001 in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) to assist countries in preserving their cultural heritage. You are invited to work with U.S. Embassy Colombo’s Public Affairs Section to develop and submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. To date, through the auspices of the AFCP, the Embassy has supported four projects in Maldives valued at nearly $96,000, and ten projects in Sri Lanka valued at almost $900,000. Funding Range for Individual Awards: From $10,000 to $200,000 per project. In FY 2016, awards ranged from US $21,400 to US $140,000. The deadline for receipt of proposals is December 15, 2016. Please contact Grants Applications Manger on ColomboPDGrants@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line for further information or to submit proposals. The U.S. Embassy Colombo looks forward to receiving strong proposals in support of efforts to preserve Maldivian and Sri Lankan cultural heritage for future generations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Grants Applications Manager
Email:ColomboPDGrants@state.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PAS-COL-008-AFCP-SMALL-2017 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | U.S. AMBASSADORS FUND FOR CULTURAL PRESERVATION 2017 SMALL GRANTS COMPETITION |
| Opportunity Category: | Mandatory |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Cultural Preservation |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 2 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.025 — U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 09, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Dec 15, 2016 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2016 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $200,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $200,000 |
| Award Floor: | $10,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Reputable and accountable non-commercial entities, such as non-governmental organizations, museums, ministries of culture, or similar institutions and organizations that are able to demonstrate that they have the requisite experience and capacity to manage projects to preserve cultural heritage. Embassies will vet applicants for eligibility, suitability, and reputable performance in cultural preservation or similar activities. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Department of State |
| Description: | The Embassy of the United States is pleased to announce the call for proposals for the 2017 U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition.
The AFCP was established in 2001 in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) to assist countries in preserving their cultural heritage. You are invited to work with U.S. Embassy Colombo’s Public Affairs Section to develop and submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. To date, through the auspices of the AFCP, the Embassy has supported four projects in Maldives valued at nearly $96,000, and ten projects in Sri Lanka valued at almost $900,000. Funding Range for Individual Awards: From $10,000 to $200,000 per project. In FY 2016, awards ranged from US $21,400 to US $140,000. The deadline for receipt of proposals is December 15, 2016. Please contact Grants Applications Manger on ColomboPDGrants@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line for further information or to submit proposals. The U.S. Embassy Colombo looks forward to receiving strong proposals in support of efforts to preserve Maldivian and Sri Lankan cultural heritage for future generations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | Notice of Funding Opportunity |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Samanthi De Costa
Program Assistant Phone 94112498129 Email:ColomboPDGrants@state.gov |
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