Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes
ID: 359710Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)

Award Range

$25K - $25K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Arts

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/359710

Additional Information

https://www.arts.gov/grants/national-garden-of-heroes
Timeline
    Description

    The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is offering grants titled "Celebrating America250: Arts Projects Honoring the National Garden of American Heroes," aimed at supporting arts projects that honor the contributions of national heroes as outlined in Executive Order 13978. Eligible applicants, specifically private institutions of higher education, can apply for grants of $25,000 each, with no cost-sharing requirement, to fund projects in any artistic discipline that celebrate these historical figures. This initiative is part of a broader effort to recognize and promote American history through the arts, with a total estimated program funding of $500,000 and an expected 20 awards to be granted. Interested applicants should note that the application deadline is July 14, 2025, and can find more information at the NEA's website or contact the Web Manager at webmgr@arts.gov for further inquiries.

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