Deadline: 15 August 2015
The US Agency for International development, USAID in Egypt is accepting applications from U.S. and Egyptian organizations to carry out activities that promote conservation and effective management of cultural heritage tourism in Egypt.
The Sustainable Investment in Tourism in Egypt (SITE) project is designed to improve management, conservation and promotion of heritage, to draw economic benefits from tourism development via a focus on cultural tourism promotion and build capacity among tourism industry employees.
Award Information
Subject to the availability of funds, a total of up to 165 million Egyptian Pounds (EGP) are expected to be available to support activities. It is expected that EGP grants provided through this mechanism will range in value from 2.13 million to a maximum of 63.9 million EGP. USAID/Egypt anticipates making up to 10 grants through this opportunity.
Eligibility Information
- Organizations with relevant capacity and experience are invited to submit proposals which will conserve, preserve and promote more effective management of Egypt’s cultural heritage resources with the aim of enhancing cultural tourism potential.
- Geographical preference will be given to proposed activities in or around Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan. Other areas may be considered.
- USAID will not accept applications from individuals.
- All applicants must be legally recognized entities ender applicable law.
Application Process
Eligible organizations are invited to submit an application and budget summary via e-mail. Applications and all supporting materials must be submitted in English using font size 11 or larger.
For more information, visit grants.gov and search for funding opportunity number: 263-14-000008.
