US Embassy opens cultural preservation contest

The US Embassy yesterday announced the opening of the 2012 competition for projects under the Ambassador’s Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP).

In a press release the Embassy said it is now accepting proposals for projects promoting cultural preservation in Guyana, which will be due by December 15. Funding for the projects typically range from US$10,000 to US$100,000.

The AFCP seeks to support activities that preserve significant cultural sites, objects or tradition, giving top priority to