Closed · USAFCPFREEDOM250 · CFDA 19.025 · Discretionary
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250
Federal grant opportunity posted by Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs, cataloged on Grants.gov.
- $25K-$250K
- Award range
- Closed
- Status
- April 15, 2026
- Close date
- 35
- Expected awards
The verdict
U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250 is a closed discretionary listing from Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs that offered $25,000 -- $250,000 across 35 expected awards. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number.
- $25K-$250K
- award range
- Closed
- application status
- 35
- expected awards
- 19.025
- CFDA program
Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement - U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Freedom 250 - is cataloged under number USAFCPFREEDOM250 and tied to CFDA assistance listing 19.025, posted by Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as closed, first posted on March 3, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.
Award economics. The award range on file is $25,000 -- $250,000. The agency has projected $6.0 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 35 awards. If the agency funds the expected 35 awards from the $6.0 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $171,000. Cost sharing is not required, so applicants do not need to commit matching funds to be competitive on this opportunity. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.
Deadline and action path. This opportunity closed on April 15, 2026. Future funding cycles may be published under the same CFDA number, so monitoring the parent program page is the most reliable way to catch re-announcements. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully, federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed, it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities. Before acting on the deadline or award figures above, verify them directly on the official Grants.gov listing, amendments can change dates and amounts after this page was last refreshed.
Award Range
$25,000 -- $250,000
Close Date
April 15, 2026
NOTE: Application deadlines vary by U.S. embassy. Contact the U.S. embassy directly for application deadlines.
Posted
March 3, 2026
Est. Total Funding
$6,000,000
Expected Awards
35
Instrument
Grant
Description
This Freedom 250 special edition of the AFCP honors the enduring commitment of the United States to freedom, democracy, and unity via cultural heritage stewardship. In the spirit of these values, priority projects should incorporate technical exchange between Americans and foreign counterparts and illuminate the rich historical and cultural ties between the United States and countries around the world. AFCP will prioritize projects that meet one or more of the following criteria: Cultural objects or sites in other countries associated with, or frequently visited by notable Americans, such as homes, studios, or institutions. Cultural objects or sites in other countries developed, excavated, or otherwise brought to light by American archaeologists or other heritage professionals. Cultural objects or sites in other countries associated with American history or American contributions to significant historical events, such as peace agreements, military memorials, and other commemorative sites. Cultural objects or sites in other countries associated with American innovations and leadership in the sciences, such as laboratories or observatories. Cultural objects or sites in other countries highlighting the intellectual and philosophical roots of American institutions. Cultural objects or sites in other countries associated with American-inspired independence movements that showcase the United States as an example for nations striving toward liberty and self-governance. Forms of traditional cultural expression such as music and dance that heavily influenced American art forms or vice versa. Historical sites of significance to diaspora communities in the United States. See the USAFCPFreedom250 PDF on the Related Documents tab for details. NOTE: Application deadlines vary by U.S. embassy. Contact the U.S. embassy directly for application deadlines.
Eligibility
Grants.gov lists this opportunity under eligibility category code 25. These codes correspond to applicant types (state/local government, tribal organization, nonprofit, educational institution, individual, small business, etc.) defined in Grants.gov's own eligibility reference. See the current Grants.gov eligibility categories or check the official listing below for this opportunity's exact eligibility statement.
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