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

Current Programs

ATLAS Of Cultural Infrastructure of the Americas:

After a comprehensive regional analysis, ICDF concluded that one of the limitations for the advantage of cultural resources in Latin America is the lack of reliable, relevant, opportune and complete information regarding Latin American and Caribbean patrimony. 

In light of this, the respective Ministries of Culture of each country have partnered with the Inter American Culture and Development Foundation, to create the Atlas of Cultural Infrastructure of the Americas. The Atlas is a comprehensive platform that collects quantitative and qualitative information, geo-referencing all cultural heritage sites within the region.

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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

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.