About Us
The Foundation for Art and Preservation in Embassies (FAPE) is the leading non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the United States image abroad through American art. Founded as a public-private, non-partisan partnership in 1986, FAPE works with the U.S. Department of State to contribute fine art to U.S. embassies around the world. FAPE’s donations include works by more than 200 preeminent American artists placed in over 140 countries. Headquartered in Washington D.C., FAPE has raised more than $60 million in art and monetary contributions to date.
This year FAPE celebrates its 25th Anniversary. We understand the importance of our country’s presence overseas and strive to increase art’s dynamic role in the State Department’s cultural diplomacy efforts. By partnering with American artists, FAPE gifts encourage cross-cultural understanding within the diplomatic community and the international public.