Opportunity Information: Apply for SCAKAB 18 AW 010 SCA 04162018
The Cultural Preservation of Historic Sites and Monuments (Built Heritage) opportunity was a U.S. Department of State, U.S. Mission to Afghanistan funding call (Public Affairs Section, PAS) focused on strengthening the long-term protection of Afghanistan's built heritage, meaning historic structures, monuments, and heritage sites with architectural or archaeological significance. The program was designed to support practical, on-the-ground preservation work where funding and conditions allowed, with an emphasis on activities that make preservation durable over time rather than short-term cosmetic improvements. A central expectation was that any work funded through this opportunity would follow recognized international heritage preservation principles, including widely accepted charters and professional standards that guide ethical restoration, documentation, and conservation.
Projects were expected to fall into a few main categories. One major area was detailed documentation of heritage resources, such as thorough recording of site conditions, architectural features, and historical elements. This can include measured drawings, condition assessments, photographic surveys, mapping, and other forms of documentation that create a reliable record for conservation planning and future research. Another key area was "brick-and-mortar" preservation, specifically stabilization and restoration work intended to prevent further deterioration and to conserve significant fabric of monuments and sites. In addition to direct physical conservation, PAS indicated strong interest in proposals that build local cultural preservation capacity, meaning training and skills development that help Afghan professionals and communities maintain and manage heritage assets over the long term. The opportunity also invited projects that strengthen stewardship frameworks, such as improving local knowledge of maintenance practices, establishing routines for monitoring and care, or otherwise supporting sustainable management of preserved sites.
Educational outreach was highlighted as an important and eligible component, especially outreach aimed at underserved communities. The opportunity encouraged applicants to think beyond technical conservation and include programming that helps communities understand the value of built heritage and how it connects to identity, history, and cultural continuity. Particular attention was given to proposals that communicate the richness of Afghanistan's archaeological and historic heritage to young people in rural areas and that create meaningful opportunities for young women professionals. In practice, this could mean pairing restoration work with hands-on training, workshops, site-based learning activities, community presentations, or curricula and materials that make heritage accessible to audiences who may have limited exposure to these sites or limited access to formal heritage education.
From an administrative standpoint, this was a discretionary funding opportunity offered through grants and cooperative agreements, under CFDA 19.501. The funding opportunity number was SCAKAB 18 AW 010 SCA 04162018. It was posted on April 16, 2018, with an original application deadline of June 18, 2018. The award ceiling was $400,000, and the agency anticipated making about four awards, depending on funding availability and the strength of proposals. Eligibility was listed broadly as "Others," with additional eligibility details referenced but not included in the excerpt, suggesting that nontraditional applicants such as NGOs, cultural organizations, academic institutions, or other qualified entities may have been considered depending on the full notice.
Overall, the opportunity signaled a preference for integrated projects that combine three elements: (1) structural preservation or stabilization of historic sites, (2) skills development to grow local preservation expertise, and (3) educational outreach that extends the impact to communities, especially rural youth and emerging women professionals. The underlying theme was sustainability: preserving physical heritage while also investing in the human capacity and public understanding needed to keep that heritage protected in the future, all while aligning with international best practices in conservation and restoration.Apply for SCAKAB 18 AW 010 SCA 04162018
- The Department of State, U.S. Mission to Afghanistan in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Cultural Preservation of Historic Sites and Monuments (Built Heritage)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 19.501.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 16, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 18, 2018. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $400,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 4 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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