Applications are currently being accepted for the African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) Conservation Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About AWHF Conservation Grants
- Countries/Region – Africa
- Projects activities are restricted to World Heritage Sites and processes as declared by UNESCO.
- Who can apply? Government institutions involved in the management and protection of World Heritage Sites.
- The application must be approved by Head/Director of heritage institution/organization accompanied by a cover letter endorsing the project.
Benefits of AWHF Conservation Grants
The projects MUST be implemented within 9 months.
- AWHF grant will only cover direct costs related to the project activities.
- Applicants should provide detailed budget in US$ for every activity to be implemented;
- Applicants should indicate the State Parties’ contribution to the project.
AWHF Conservation Grants Requirements
Eligible applicants include institutions responsible for heritage protection and their formal partners.
Applicant types:
- Government institutions managing World Heritage sites
- Civil society organizations working in formal partnership with responsible authorities
Requirements:
- Applications must be approved by the head or director of the responsible heritage institution
- An official endorsement letter is mandatory
- CSOs cannot apply independently without government partnership
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
31 July, 2026
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