U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP)
The AFCP Large Grants Program funds projects to preserve major archaeological sites, historic buildings, monuments, and museum collections in other countries, supporting conservation, stabilization, and restoration efforts.
Funder: U.S. Mission to Indonesia
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (full application) | November 2020 (previous cycle)
Funding Amounts: Awards typically range from $200,000 to $800,000; 12–60 month duration; 7 awards anticipated worldwide.
Summary: Supports preservation of major archaeological sites, historic buildings, and museum collections in Indonesia through large-scale cultural heritage projects.
Description
The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) Large Grants Program, administered by the U.S. Mission to Indonesia, provides funding for the preservation of significant cultural heritage in Indonesia. The program targets major ancient archaeological sites, historic buildings and monuments, and museum collections that are accessible to the public and protected by law. Eligible project activities include preventive conservation, stabilization, conservation, consolidation, anastylosis, and restoration. The aim is to support projects that demonstrate clear public benefit, urgency, and sustainability, and that foster mutual understanding between the United States and Indonesia.
