The National Historical Publications and Records Commission is offering grants to State Historical Records Advisory Boards to enhance access to historical records, engage citizens and students, and provide opportunities for archivists through educational programs, workshops, and collaborations. Grants of up to $40,000 for 12-month projects or $80,000 for 24-month projects are available. A total of up to $700,000 is allocated for this program, with approximately 30 grants expected to be awarded. Applicants must provide cost sharing, be registered in the System for Award Management, and submit a complete application including specific forms and documentation. Closing date for applications is August 27, 2014.
Opportunity ID: 253895
General Information
Document Type: | Grants Notice |
Funding Opportunity Number: | STATE-201408 |
Funding Opportunity Title: | State Board Public Programming Grants |
Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
Category of Funding Activity: | Humanities |
Category Explanation: | – |
Expected Number of Awards: | 30 |
Assistance Listings: | 89.003 — National Historical Publications and Records Grants |
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
Version: | Synopsis 1 |
Posted Date: | Apr 15, 2014 |
Last Updated Date: | Apr 16, 2014 |
Original Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 27, 2014 |
Current Closing Date for Applications: | Aug 27, 2014 |
Archive Date: | Sep 26, 2014 |
Estimated Total Program Funding: | $700,000 |
Award Ceiling: | $40,000 |
Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education State governments |
Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligibility Information- Eligible applicants:These grants are awarded only to SHRABs in each state, or to the state agency responsible for the SHRAB, ordinarily the state archives. Another state agency, or a non-profit organization, such as a foundation or university, acting on behalf of the designated state agency may apply. States also include the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and United States territories. |
Additional Information
Agency Name: | National Archives and Records Administration |
Description: | The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks proposals that strengthen the nations archival network through activities undertaken by state historical records advisory boards (SHRABs). The purpose of this grant program is to assist state boards to enhance access to historical records, increase citizen engagement with records, and provide learning and development opportunities for students, citizens and professional archivists. The Commission will award grants to State Historical Records Advisory Boards to: Provide educational and outreach programs, workshops, and other activities that enhance citizen and student engagement with historical records. Operate state-based regrant and scholarship programs that advance access to historical records Collaborate on projects with other organizations to address common problems or shared opportunities within a state or among a consortium of state archives Hold or participate in meetings and public forums on statewide or national archival issues Award Information – Applicants may apply for grants of up to $40,000 for 12-month projects or up to $80,000 for 24-month projects. A portion of the funding may be used for costs related to administer and operate proposed board activities.The NHPRC expects to award approximately 30 grants in this program. The total amount allocated for this program is up to $700,000. Grants begin no earlier than March 1, 2015. The Commission requires that grant recipients acknowledge NHPRC grant assistance in all publications and other products that result from its support. Cost sharing is required. It is the financial contribution the applicant pledges to the cost of a project. Cost sharing can include both direct and indirect expenses, in-kind contributions, non-Federal third-party contributions, and any income earned directly by the project. The NHPRC will provide up to 75 percent of the total project costs. Other Requirements – Applicant organizations must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to submitting an application, maintain SAM registration throughout the application and award process, and include a valid DUNS number in their application. Details on SAM registration and requesting a DUNS number can be found at the System for Award Management website at http://sam.gov. Please refer to the User Guides section and the Grants Registrations PDF. A complete application includes the Application for Federal Assistance (Standard Form 424), Assurances — Non-Construction Programs (Standard Form 424B), a Project Narrative, Summary, Supplementary Materials, and Budget. Applications lacking these items will not be considered.Ineligible applications will not be reviewed. |
Link to Additional Information: | Link to full grant announcement, including additional requirements |
Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Jeff de la Concepcion
Grant Program Specialist Phone 202-357-5022 Email:Jeff.delaconcepcion@Nara.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
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Packages
Agency Contact Information: | Jeff de la Concepcion Grant Program Specialist Phone 202-357-5022 Email: Jeff.delaconcepcion@Nara.gov |
Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
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89.003 | STATE-201408 | State Board Public Programming Grants | PKG00195290 | Apr 17, 2014 | Aug 27, 2014 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
253895 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
253895 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
253895 SF424B-1.1.pdf