Storytelling to Safeguard Cultural Identity and Sovereignty: Bolstering the Tourism Industry
This grant funds a program in Uzbekistan to train tourism professionals and content creators in storytelling to preserve cultural identity, boost tourism, and highlight U.S.-Uzbekistan cultural collaboration.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan
Due Dates: June 29, 2026 (Full application deadline) | June 30, 2026 (Grants.gov closing date)
Funding Amounts: $30,000–$50,000 per award; 1–2 awards; project period up to 12 months
Summary: Supports U.S.-based nonprofits and educational institutions to enhance tourism storytelling and content creation at cultural heritage sites in Uzbekistan.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the U.S. Mission to Uzbekistan, seeks proposals from eligible U.S.-based organizations to implement a program that strengthens cultural heritage storytelling and content creation at sites supported by the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) across Uzbekistan. The program aims to amplify the visibility and impact of U.S. cultural preservation investments, foster U.S.-Uzbekistan cultural cooperation, and build capacity among tourism professionals and digital content creators. Activities include integrated training programs, the establishment of a Heritage Content Creation & Storytelling Lab, and collaborative content production initiatives to reach diverse audiences and promote heritage tourism.
