Dear Colleague,
The Archaeological Institute of America and Hilton are pleased to offer a
special Site Preservation Grant for projects operating in Egypt (focus on
Cairo, Sharm, and Alexandria), Turkey, Jordan (focus on Aqaba and Dead Sea
locations), and Lebanon (focus on Beirut).
The grant carries a maximum value of $25,000 and is intended to fund
*one-year* projects that seek not only to directly preserve archaeological
sites, but also emphasize outreach and education and create a positive
impact on the local community.
Eligible projects include:
1. Carrying out conservation: physical hands-on treatments, materials
and labor
2. Protection of sites: shelters, fences, walkways
3. Monitoring and maintenance of sites
Requirements for the grant:
· Project outcomes must be achievable in one year.
· Projects should include benefits for the wider community
(education, outreach, training, etc.).
· Preference will be given to sites and projects that are close to
or easily accessible from Hilton hotels.
· Any materials (print or digital) produced with grant funds should
include the logos of both the AIA and Hilton (further to approval) and
should acknowledge the grant.
· Awardees are required to provide the AIA with an interim report
midway through the project and a final report with statement of expenses
*PLEASE NOTE: If feasible, projects should be willing to work with Hilton
to organize "light volunteering" opportunities for Hilton team members.*
*If you are interested in applying for this grant, please contact Ben
Thomas at [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> for an application.* All
applications are due by April 28, 2017 and decisions will be made
approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the submission deadline. Any questions
regarding the application process or the site preservation grants should be
directed to [log in to unmask]
Thank you!
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K. Sophie Will
Programs Assistant
Archaeological Institute of America
656 Beacon Street
Boston, MA 02215
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