Sunday, February 05, 2006
THE US embassy in Kingston has issued a call for proposals for funding of cultural projects under the 2006 Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation programme.
The fund was started in 2001 to help developing countries preserve their cultural heritage, said the embassy, adding that it also demonstrates America's respect for other cultures.The submission deadline for proposals is February 28 to the embassy's Office of Public Affairs.
Grants typically range from US$15,000 to US$30,000, sometimes more.
The embassy's contact for more details is cultural affairs specialist Angella Harvey.
Information on previous awards is available online at:
http://exchanges.state.gov/education/culprop/afcp/
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