Archival Projects
ID: 358927Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)

Award Range

$1 - $150K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358927

Additional Information

https://www.archives.gov/nhprc/announcement/archival.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is offering grant opportunities through the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) for Archival Projects aimed at enhancing public access to historical records and promoting understanding of U.S. democracy, history, and culture. The NHPRC encourages projects that document America’s early legal history and collections representing marginalized communities, with a focus on public engagement and adherence to best archival practices. Grants of up to $150,000 are available for projects lasting one to two years, with application deadlines on May 7, 2025, and November 5, 2025. Interested applicants, including private institutions of higher education, can find more information and application details at NHPRC's website or contact Nancy Melley at Nancy.Melley@nara.gov for further inquiries.

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    Nancy.Melley@nara.gov
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    archival.html
    The National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) announces grant opportunities for Archival Projects aimed at enhancing public access to historical records, fostering understanding of U.S. democracy, history, and culture. The program grants support of up to $150,000 for projects lasting one to two years, with two application deadlines: May 7, 2025, and November 5, 2025. Eligible applicants include U.S. nonprofits, educational institutions, government agencies, and Native American tribes. The NHPRC encourages projects documenting America’s early legal history and collections representing marginalized communities. Grant recipients must adhere to best archival practices, demonstrate project value, and incorporate public engagement strategies. The application process requires a detailed project narrative, supplementary materials, and a budget, submitted via Grants.gov. NHPRC staff will evaluate proposals based on their potential impact on public understanding, access enhancement strategies, staff qualifications, and dissemination plans. Awards depend on appropriated funds and compliance with grant administration rules, with ongoing monitoring and periodic reporting required from recipients.
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