project coordinator described in 091 Pre-application Coordination, or request an application from: The Fund for U. S. Artists, Arts International, Institute of International Education, 809 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017. Telephone: (212) 984-5370. Fax: (212) 984-5574. Website: WWW.IIE.ORG. Award 530 Procedure: Letters are sent periodically to curators describing upcoming festivals for which an official U.S. representation is sought. The event is described, giving parameters of media, scale, formal, etc. required by event organizers. The letters also describe the application process, required format, theme, budget and deadlines. After receipt, the Federal Advisory Committee for International Exhibitions (FACIE), a standing committee of the National Endowment reviews the proposals for the Arts consisting of seven curators and directors of contemporary art museums and galleries. The committee recommends the proposal it thinks would best represent the U.S. at a particular event. Deadlines: Deadlines vary depending on receipt of information from event organizers concerning opening dates and themes. There are normally two deadlines each year, usually in the Spring and Fall. Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Six weeks. Appeals: None. Renewals: None. ELIGIBLE BENEFICIARIES: (a) Artist/Humanist; INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: Not applicable. Headquarters Office: the Office of Citizens Exchanges, USIA,
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