The Inter-American Culture and Development Foundation (ICDF)

Inter-American Development Bank’s broader policies, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that promotes culture as a tool for socio-economic development in Latin America and the Caribbean. In strategic partnerships with public and private institutions, the Foundation develops innovative cultural programs that support economic growth, social inclusion, and sustainable development. more

Strategic Areas

In line with its mission to promote culture as a tool for socio-economic development in the LAC region, the ICDF has defined five strategic areas of work:

i) Supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Working in Cultural and Creative Industries

ii) Promoting Sustainable Tourism for Cultural and Economic De/>velopment

iii) Strengthening Tangible and Intangible Cultural Expressions

iv) Empowering Socio-Cultural Entrepreneurs

v) Utilizing Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) to Strengthen Cultural Identity

These strategic areas share a common thread that includes research and cultural dissemination, institutional strengthening and training, educational programs for children and youth, and environmental sustainability.

Current Programs

GeoAmericas: www.geoamericas.org

The GeoAmericas program is a pioneering multimedia and multilingual geo-referenced system that promotes sustainable tourism and cultural industries while showcasing the extensive heritage and cultural diversity of Latin America and the Caribbean. more

Community Museums: www.communitymuseums.org (English-language website coming soon!)

The Community Museums program advances the development, implementation and smooth operation of community museums in the Americas by providing practical information and sustainable guidance to museum directors as well as leaders and members of rural and urban communities. more

Bank of Musical Instruments

www.bankofmusicalinstruments.org

You can make a donation directly to the Bank of Musical Instruments program. Your help is instrumental!

The Bank of Musical Instruments program supports underprivileged children and youth in Latin America and the Caribbean by strengthening musical education programs that promote social inclusion, serve as vehicles to strengthen values, and contribute to the full development of individuals and their communities. more