2020 Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Large Grants Program
Agency: U.S. Mission to Jamaica
Assistance Listings
- 19.025 -- U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Archived opportunityLast Updated: May 13, 2026
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Description
The U.S. Embassy, Kingston under its “Call for Proposals” is accepting project abstracts and full applications for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2020 Large Grants Program. The projects recommended for funding under this program shall advance U.S. foreign policy goals and show American respect for cultural heritage. AFCP projects strengthen civil society, encourage good governance, and promote political and economic stability around the world.
In furtherance of this key objective, project abstracts and full grant proposals for projects can range from one to three years and must meet one or more of the following foreign policy areas, funding areas and/or priorities.
The 2020 AFCP Large Grants Program supports the preservation of major ancient archaeological sites, historic buildings and monuments, and major museum collections that are accessible to the public and protected by law in country.
For more information about the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation, see following link for details:
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
The Cultural Heritage Center defines eligible applicants as reliable and accountable non-commercial entities that are registered and active in SAM.gov and can demonstrate that they have the requisite experience and capacity to manage projects to preserve cultural heritage. These may include non-governmental organizations, museums, ministries of culture, or similar institutions. Also, U.S.-based organizations subject to Section 501(c)(3) of the tax code (with partnerships that develop the capacity of similar Jamaican institutions and include plans to transfer programs to sustainable local management) may apply.
Past AFCP award recipients may submit applications
for continuation funds under this opportunity. Individuals and commercial entities are not eligible to receive grant awards. Neither, past award recipients who have not fulfilled the objectives or reporting requirements of previous AFCP awards will be able to receive funding.
Embassy Kingston will vet applicants for eligibility, suitability and reputable performance in cultural preservation or similar activities.
Grantor contact information
Description
Grants Officer, Public Affairs Section
U.S. Embassy, Kingston
Phone 1-876-702-6113 / 702-6070
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Documents
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Link to additional information
Applications Open for Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Archived: January 8, 2020
Award
$--
Program Funding
3
Expected awards
$200,000
Award Minimum
$800,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
2020-AFCP-JA-LARGEGRANTS
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
No
Funding instrument type:
Grant
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
--
Category of Funding Activity:
Other
Category Explanation:
Preservation of Cultural Heritage
History
Version:
1
Posted date:
November 6, 2019
Archive date:
January 8, 2020
