Cultural Grant

The Cultural Grant offered by the American-Indonesian Cultural and Educational Foundation, Inc. is designed to promote mutual understanding, goodwill, and cultural exchange between the United States and the Republic of Indonesia. This grant program supports distinguished individuals and organizations in the performing, visual, and literary arts whose work furthers cultural ties between the two nations. The Foundation places a strong emphasis on projects and activities that take place within the United States, aiming to create programs that will appeal to a wide range of audiences and foster deeper intercultural appreciation. To be eligible for funding, applicants must be based in the United States and demonstrate artistic or academic excellence. The grant opportunity is intended for not-for-profit organizations that can show a clear commitment to fostering cross-cultural connection through public-facing programs. The proposed event or activity must be open to the public at a reasonable cost, ensuring community access and engagement. All applications must be submitted through the Foundation’s official online form; alternate formats are not accepted. Applicants are required to submit resumes for all participating artists or performers involved in the project, a comprehensive project budget detailing the requested amount and its purpose, and two original signed letters of recommendation from individuals outside of the applicant's organization. Optional supplemental materials such as press reviews or testimonials may be included either digitally or by mail. The grant amount ranges from $1,000 to $5,000, and the final award decision lies at the discretion of the Foundation’s board. Once submitted, applications go through a multi-step process that includes review, potential follow-up with candidates, and eventual award announcements. Grantees are obligated to report on the use of the funds, outline the activities supported, and describe the public or community benefits derived. Additionally, recipients must credit the Foundation in all associated programming and promotional materials. The application deadline for the current cycle is May 1, 2026. However, the Foundation notes that it may, at its discretion, review applications on an ad hoc basis outside the primary cycle. While the program is not described as recurring on a fixed schedule, the allowance for flexible submission timelines suggests continued availability. For further information, applicants may contact the Foundation via phone or email, with business hours noted as weekdays between 10:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time.