The U.S. Embassy in Mexico is offering the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Small Grants Competition in collaboration with the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Grants ranging from $10,000 to $200,000 per project are available for proposals focused on preserving Mexican cultural heritage. The deadline for submissions is January 1, 2017. For more information or to apply, contact Elizabeth Andión at AndionE@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line. Join efforts to safeguard Mexico’s cultural legacy for future generations.
Opportunity ID: 290357
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-DF-2017-02 |
| 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: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.025 — U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 07, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 01, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 01, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 31, 2017 |
| 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 U.S. Embassy in Mexico 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 submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. To date, through the auspices of the AFCP, the Embassy has supported several projects in Mexico, the most recent, the restoration of the main archery of the Father Tembleque Aqueduct. Funding Range for Individual Awards: From $10,000 to $200,000 per project. The deadline for receipt of proposals is January 1, 2017. Please contact Elizabeth Andión at AndionE@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line for further information or to submit proposals. The U.S. Embassy in Mexico looks forward to receiving strong proposals in support of efforts to preserve Mexican cultural heritage for future generations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Elizabeth Andion
Cultural Affairs Phone 50802000 x.4273 Email:AndionE@state.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| update | Dec 07, 2016 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DOS-MEX-PD-DF-2017-02 |
| 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: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 19.025 — U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 28, 2016 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 07, 2016 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 01, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jan 01, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Jan 31, 2017 |
| 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 U.S. Embassy in Mexico 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 submit proposals for possible funding under this initiative. To date, through the auspices of the AFCP, the Embassy has supported several projects in Mexico, the most recent, the restoration of the main archery of the Father Tembleque Aqueduct. Funding Range for Individual Awards: From $10,000 to $200,000 per project. The deadline for receipt of proposals is January 1, 2017. Please contact Elizabeth Andión at AndionE@state.gov with “AFCP Small Grants Program” in the subject line for further information or to submit proposals. The U.S. Embassy in Mexico looks forward to receiving strong proposals in support of efforts to preserve Mexican cultural heritage for future generations. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Elizabeth Andion
Cultural Affairs Phone 50802000 x.4273 Email:AndionE@state.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 290357 Full Announcement-AFCP small grants cal -> ANNEXURE III.pdf
Folder 290357 Full Announcement-AFCP small grants cal -> AFCP small grants call description.pdf
Folder 290357 Full Announcement-AFCP small grants cal -> Annexure I.pdf
Folder 290357 Full Announcement-AFCP small grants cal -> Annexure II- Budget.pdf
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