The FY 2024/2025 Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Culture and Arts Development Grant Program, managed by the National Park Service, aims to support organizations dedicated to preserving and advancing Native Hawaiian and Alaska Native culture and arts. The total available funding is $1.5 million, with individual grants ranging from $75,000 to $750,000. The grant focuses on enhancing cultural and artistic expressions, including traditional and contemporary forms such as language, visual and performing arts, and history. This may involve scholarly research, educational programs leading to degrees, and community-based arts development initiatives.
Eligible applicants include private nonprofit organizations or institutions that primarily serve Native Hawaiian or Alaska Native populations and are recognized by their respective state governors. Cost-sharing or matching is not required, and collaboration with other organizations is allowed. The application must include standard forms, a project narrative addressing review criteria, and letters from the governor confirming the applicant's eligibility.
The submission deadline is September 30, 2024, and awards will be announced between December 2024 and January 2025. Projects must be completed within a term of up to 4.5 years, with a detailed project plan and budget required. Evaluation criteria include project purpose, approach, budget, and measurable impacts on the preservation and development of Native culture and arts.
