This grant, offered by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Commission, is for projects commemorating the War of 1812 Bicentennial. Non-profit groups, academic institutions, and various government entities within the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area are invited to apply. The program aims to provide seed money for events and programs that emphasize the historical significance and impacts of the War of 1812 on the Niagara Frontier. Partnership projects between multiple organizations within the heritage area are highly encouraged. This initiative supports the Heritage Area’s mission to promote heritage, cultural, and recreational tourism by recognizing and interpreting important historical events and geographic areas.
Opportunity ID: 100234
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | NPS-11-NERO-0045 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Niagara Falls National Heritage Area War of 1812 2011 Grants Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | CategoryExplanation |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Education Other (see text field entitled “Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity” for clarification) |
| Category Explanation: | Interpretive, educational and tourism related projects directly associated with the commemoration of the War of 1812 Bicentennial will be considered. Projects should focus on enhancing the visitor experience and providing for educational and interpretive opportunities to expand understanding and appreciation of the War of 1812 and its associated events. The primary focus of all projects must be within the boundary of the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area or with an affiliated site or attraction recognized by the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Commission. |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.939 — National Heritage Area Federal Financial Assistance |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 18, 2011 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 12, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 13, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $10,000 |
| Award Floor: | $2,500 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments State governments County governments Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | National Park Service |
| Description: | Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Commission invites non-profit groups, academic institutions, and local, regional, state and tribal governments to submit grant applications for War of 1812 Bicentennial events and programs within the boundary of the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area. The purpose of this program is to provide seed money for projects that emphasis the history and impacts of the War of 1812 on the Niagara Frontier. Partnership projects between multiple organizations within the heritage area are encouraged. To carry forward the Heritage Area mission to promote heritage, cultural, and recreational tourism, as well recognizing and interpreting important events and geographic areas within the Heritage Area, as stated in the enabling legislation PL-110-229, the Niagara Falls National Heritage Area is seeking grant proposals directly related to Bicentennial events associated with the War of 1812 and take place within the heritage area. Applicant organizations are strongly encouraged to discuss proposed projects with NPS Liaison Debbie Conway or Niagara Falls National Heritage Area Project Manager Sara Capen prior to preparing an application. (Debbie Conway 315-336-3113 or Sara Capen- 716-286-8579) |
| Link to Additional Information: | Niagara Falls NHA War of 1812 2011 Grants Program |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Dawn Mach
Contract Specialist Phone 215-597-0056 Email:dawn_mach@nps.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> 2011_nifa_environmental_screening_form.pdf
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> final nifa grant budget sample.pdf
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> financial assistance application form – final.pdf
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> scope of work – final.pdf
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> revised fy11 nha grants guidelines.pdf
Folder 100234 Full Announcement-1 -> sample_of_scope_of_work_project_deliverables_finalnifa.pdf
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