DISCOVERY AND ACCESS TO CONGRESSIONAL RECORDS COLLECTIONS
ID: 354649Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)

Award Range

$100K - $350K

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/354649

Additional Information

http://www.archives.gov/nhprc/announcement/CONGRESSIONAL.html
Timeline
    Description

    The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Discovery and Access to Congressional Records Collections" aimed at enhancing the processing, preservation, and accessibility of Congressional Records. This initiative encourages collaborative projects among multiple repositories and stakeholders to address key challenges in managing these historical records, with a focus on developing best practices, providing education and training for archivists, and fostering innovative solutions for long-term preservation and access. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and tribal entities, with funding ranging from $100,000 to $350,000 for projects lasting up to three years. Interested parties must submit draft proposals by August 15, 2024, and final applications by November 7, 2024, with funding expected to commence no earlier than July 1, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Darrell Meadows at Darrell.Meadows@nara.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Darrell.Meadows@nara.gov
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    The National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) is issuing a grant opportunity for the "Discovery and Access to Congressional Records Collections" aimed at enhancing access to America’s historical records. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, tribal entities, and state or local government agencies, with a funding range of $100,000 to $350,000 for up to three years. Collaborative projects incorporating multiple repositories are especially encouraged. Applicants must submit a draft by August 15, 2024, and final proposals by November 7, 2024, with funding commencing no earlier than July 1, 2025. Proposals should address key challenges regarding the processing, preservation, and access to Congressional Records. Suggested areas of focus include developing best practices, training archivists, and creating collaborative initiatives for enhanced discovery. Evaluative criteria for applications will assess the impact, collaboration quality, staff qualifications, and outreach effectiveness. All applicants must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submission. This initiative underscores the NHPRC's commitment to supporting historical research and ensuring the preservation of Congressional Records for future generations.
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