Humanities Grants

The Community Service Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), also known as TEDF Category B, is a grant program offered by the Michigan Department of Transportation Office of Economic Development. This program is designed to provide additional road funding to Michigan's smallest communities, particularly those with limited ability to fund road improvement projects. It acts as a stop-gap measure to address critical infrastructure needs in these areas. The target beneficiaries of this grant are villages and small cities with a population of 10,000 or less, according to the 2020 census. The program's impact goal is to improve road infrastructure in these communities, ensuring safer and more functional transportation networks. The expected outcomes include the reconstruction, replacement, rehabilitation, or capital preventative maintenance of city or village streets and associated stormwater improvements. Program priorities are centered around maximizing the impact of the funding and encouraging efficient asset management. Applications are scored based on the agency's ability to fund road projects (proportional to 2023 real/personal property value and population), projects on local roads (due to fewer eligible funding sources), projects paired with other infrastructure initiatives for efficiency, collaborative projects with other agencies to encourage lower pricing, and preventative maintenance projects for better asset management. Agencies that have previously received a grant from this program will have points reduced. The funding information specifies a maximum grant amount that is the lesser of 50% of the eligible and participating costs, up to $250,000. The local agency is responsible for the remaining project costs. To receive the full $250,000, the eligible and participating work must equal or exceed $500,000. New construction or routine maintenance, such as filling potholes, mowing, or plowing, are not permitted with Category B funding, reinforcing the program's focus on significant infrastructure improvements.

Program: Ukraine: U.S. Embassy Book Translation Program Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy 4, Igor Sikorsky St., Kyiv 04112 Tel.: (044) 521 57 66; 521 51 49; 521-5742 Fax: (044) 521 51 55 [email protected] [email protected] SUMMARY: The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv announces the 2024 Book Translation Program. Subject to availability of funds, the Embassy will award small grants as described below to Ukrainian publishers seeking to translate American books from English into Ukrainian. The program seeks to further Ukraines efforts in the spheres of economic, social, and educational reform through book translations and publications. This funding will support the translation of texts written by American authors and originally published by American publishers pertaining to the themes listed below. Translated books are distributed to universities and schools, libraries, government organizations and ministries, NGOs, the media, and other selected organizations. The main criteria for selecting books are their relevance, timeliness, and quality. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Ukrainian non-profit and non-governmental publishers are eligible to apply. Organizations Not Eligible to Apply: Commercial publishers are not eligible, unless they have a non-profit division that qualifies as a separate non-profit organization under U.S. or Ukrainian law. Third-country publishers are not eligible. ELIGIBLE PROJECT THEMES The goal of the Book Translation Program is to leverage U.S. expertise, knowledge, and experience, as reflected in American literature, to assist Ukraine in its implementation of economic, social, and educational reforms. Regarding works of fiction, priority will be given to books whose themes highlight similarities and connections between U.S. and Ukrainian society or are otherwise relevant to contemporary Ukrainian reality. Eligible themes include: American institutions and values Urban planning Strengthening rule of law and combating corruption Foreign policy and security studies Entrepreneurship and economic development Countering disinformation Elections and political processes U.S.-Ukrainian relations Ukrainian and regional history Conflict resolution Post-traumatic stress disorder and trauma Young adult and childrens literature (fiction and nonfiction), including comics and graphic novels) Literary fiction Studies of visual and performing arts Scripts of American plays or musicals FUNDING LEVELS AND ALLOWABLE EXPENSES Subject to availability of funds, publishers may apply for grants up to $10,000. Allowable costs are those directly related to the project activities: copyright, pre-publication including translation, printing, and public events. Proposals for public events may include promotional programs, such as book launch ceremonies and speaking engagements with the author (both in person and through video conferences). Allowable costs include travel and accommodation of book authors, advertising associated with a book launch, and costs associated with promoting the translated books at Ukrainian book festivals. We welcome creative programming ideas that will bring the translated books to the attention of target audiences in Ukraine. Important notes: The program encourages organizations to provide in-kind contributions and/or coordinate funding with other donors. We cannot pay for the food and beverages at public outreach events. Those costs are excluded from our awards. Costs incurred before the official grant period begins (pre-award costs) will not be reimbursed. APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION: Period of Performance: This program supports projects up to 12 months in duration. Applications are due July 31, 2024 for consideration. Proposed projects should have a start date no earlier than September 1, 2024 and no later than November 1, 2024. Note: the start date of the project refers to the date in which the implementers will begin work on the planning and coordination of the translation project. The start date precedes the beginning of the translation and any public events. Application Submission Process: Application materials must be submitted by email to [email protected], or [email protected] (Program coordinator). The subject line of submission emails should follow this format: Book Translation Program: Title of Book, Name of Ukrainian Publisher. For assistance with the requirements of this solicitation, please email [email protected], or [email protected]. Please write in the subject line: Book Translation Program. Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted between February 14, 2024 and August 15, 2024, and reviewed on a rolling basis by an Embassy grants committee. Application Content and Format: Applicants must follow the instructions and conditions contained herein and supply all information required. Failure to furnish all information or comply with stated requirements will result in disqualification from the competition. Applicants must set forth full, accurate, and complete information. Providing false or misleading information in an application will result in disqualification from this and future U.S. Government Public Diplomacy Small Grants competitions. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Applications can be found athttps://ua.usembassy.gov/education-culture/current-programs-grants/. Applications should be submitted in English to [email protected](please do not use Google Translate or other programs to fill out applications). The application includes: Information about the publisher applying, including prior grants received, previous experience with similar projects, and/or organizational capacity. Information about partner organizations, if applicable. Description of the project, including why the selected book is important and relevant, and who the primary audience is. This also should include marketing and distribution plans, including any public events to promote the book and foster dialogue on its themes. Completion dates. If the book is linked to a specific event or date, please note it here. A detailed budget using the template provided. The purchase of alcoholic beverages is not permitted under any circumstances. Expenses incurred before the project begins will not be reimbursed. REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS In addition to the completed application form and continuation sheets, proposals should include the following documents: 1) If applicable, a complete list of previous grants received within the last five years, whether from the U.S. Government or another donor, including the date, amount, donor, and project theme. 2) Resumes of key personnel/participants. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ORGANIZATIONS: All organizations applying to receive Federal assistance must have a Dun Bradstreet Number (DUNS), a CCR (NCAGE) number, and an active account with the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) before an award can be made. Ukrainian entities registering in SAM must NOT submit a notarized letter appointing their authorized Entity Administrator! Please note that process of registration on the SAM.gov portal can take substantial amount of time, so we recommend starting the process as early as possible. System for Award Management (SAM) - SAM is a U.S.-government wide registry of vendors doing business with the U.S. federal government and requires annual renewal. The system centralizes information about grant applicants/recipients and provides a central location for grant applicants/recipients to change organizational information. More information about SAM.gov and useful guides for setting-up a new account, updating an existing account, or renewing an expired account can be found at: https://www.statebuy.state.gov/fa/Pages/SAMInfo.aspx Foreign-based applicants are strongly encouraged to review these guides when creating an account with SAM.gov. Further, applicants must maintain an active account, with current information, while its application is under consideration for funding. To keep an active SAM.gov account, Applicants must renew it at least once each year. If an account expires, the Organization cannot submit a grant application until it is renewed. Only individuals who are authorized to represent a particular entity, or individuals representing themselves as an entity, may register an entity in SAM. Accessing or using SAM, or information contained therein, for any unauthorized or illegal purposes, may have civil and criminal penalties, and may negatively impact the status of the SAM registration maintained for the entity. SELECTION CRITERIA: Book translation requests for funding provided by the U.S. Embassy should not exceed $10,000. The Embassy Public Diplomacy Grants Committee will use the following criteria to evaluate proposals received in response to this funding opportunity: Project Plan: A clear overview of the project, including marketing and distribution plans, should be indicated in the proposal. The Embassy Public Diplomacy Grants Committee will closely consider whether the overall objectives lead to improving the spheres of economic, social, and educational reform in Ukraine. Priority will be given to those applicants whose marketing and distribution plans include public events in different regions to promote the book and foster dialogue on its themes. Organizational Capacity: Applications must include a clear description of the project management structure staffing plan, as well as previous experience with similar projects. Applicants must demonstrate the ability and commitment to complete the project. Budget: Costs should be reasonable and realistic in relation to the project activities. Applicants are encouraged to provide as much detail as possible so that the committee may determine the extent to which the request represents an efficient use of U.S. Government resources. The budget should be consistent with the narrative description of the project and should reflect the applicants understanding of the allowable cost principles established by Title 2 CFR 200.306 (part 230) on cost principles for non-profit organizations. Cost Sharing: Cost sharing is strongly encouraged; however, it is not a requirement of an application in response to this funding announcement. DISCLAIMER Applicants can expect to be notified of the status of their application within 60 days of the submission deadline. Issuance of this funding opportunity does not constitute an award commitment on the part of the U.S. Government. It does not commit the U.S. Government to pay for costs incurred in the preparation and submission of proposals. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received. If a proposal is selected for funding, the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has no obligation to provide any additional future funding in connection with the award. The U.S. Government reserves the right to reduce, revise, or increase proposal budgets in accordance with the needs of the project evaluation requirements. CONTACT INFORMATION Should additional information be required, please contact the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv at [email protected].

With this solicitation, the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) seeks applications for funding programs that support cross-system collaboration to improve public safety responses and outcomes for individuals with mental health disorders (MHDs) or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders (MHSUDs). BJA provides grant funding to help organizations prepare, create, or expand comprehensive plans and then implement these collaborative projects to target people who qualify. For the purposes of the FY24 solicitation, the program will focus on pretrial, prosecution, courts, probation/parole, and addressing the needs directly related to the criminal activity of adults with mental health conditions, living in homelessness or marginalized communities with minimal access to treatment, needing wrap around services, in the criminal justice system and leaving incarceration.

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.

The Mississippi Humanities Council offers grants to support projects that engage communities in meaningful dialogue, attract diverse audiences, and are participatory and engaging, applying humanities to everyday life. Grants support public humanities programs, exhibits, planning of larger projects, and the development of original productions in various media. Regular grants : start at $2,500 to $10,000. Regular grants applications are accepted on May 1st and September 1st Grant renewed every year.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and cultural groups in Mississippi to create documentary films that explore and reflect on the state's rich history and culture.

Established in 2012, the Cresap Family Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Oklahoma and beyond, focusing on youth and families, health and wellness, education, arts and humanities, and animal welfare. With over $13 million in donations, funding preference will be given to organizations in those counties where Premium Beers operated, including, and without limitation, Oklahoma Canadian, Grady, Cleveland, Logan, Pottawatomie, Lincoln and the following counties on Northeast Oklahoma: Craig, Delaware, Mayes, Nowata, Osage, Ottawa and Washington. This is a strong preference but is not mandatory. The application process includes a Letter of Intent due by April 1, 2024, and a full grant application by August 1, 2024, with decisions made in November 2024.

The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. PAS Kuala Lumpur invites proposals for programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Malaysia through cultural and exchange programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element, or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policy and perspectives.

The Grants Committee of the Marshall County Community Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life in Marshall County by providing funds through a grant making process for humanitarian, cultural, educational, recreational and environmental activities. The general policy of the Marshall County Community Foundation is to make Community Fund Grants for innovative and creative projects serving Marshall County, and to programs which are responsive to changing community needs. Grant Applications Community Funds Typically, the Foundation makes grants two times per year. Applications are due on February 1 and August 1. Recipients are announced in April (following the February due date) and October (following the August due date). New in 2023: Preference will be given to Community Fund requests of $5,000 or more. For project requests less than $5,000, please consider applications to United Way R4 Grant, or Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up.

The Gateway Foundation is offering grant opportunities for non-profit arts organizations based in and operating throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area. They also support lighting and parks projects that contribute to the cultural fabric of the area, as well as sculpture loans that make pieces accessible to residents within and between St. Louis Metropolitan neighborhoods. The foundation does not fund endowment funds, capital campaigns, promotional projects, general operations, travel or conferences, fundraising events or advertising, purchase of office equipment, or social service programming. To be eligible for funding, organizations must have tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, be headquartered and provide services within the Greater St. Louis Community, and maintain a focus on arts and culture. The foundation does not make grants to individuals or for-profit businesses, organizations or projects outside of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area, or organizations that discriminate on the basis of certain characteristics. The application process involves completing a web form and submitting required attachments, such as a board of directors or officers list, IRS letter indicating tax-exempt status, audited financial statement, project budget, and other relevant documents. The foundation has three deadlines throughout the year for consideration. For more information and to access the application, visit the following link: [https://www.gateway-foundation.org/application.html](https://www.gateway-foundation.org/application.html)

The Grants Committee of the Marshall County Community Foundation seeks to enhance the quality of life in Marshall County by providing funds through a grant making process for humanitarian, cultural, educational, recreational and environmental activities. The general policy of the Marshall County Community Foundation is to make Community Fund Grants for innovative and creative projects serving Marshall County, and to programs which are responsive to changing community needs. Grant Applications Community Funds Typically, the Foundation makes grants two times per year. Applications are due on February 1 and August 1. Recipients are announced in April (following the February due date) and October (following the August due date). New in 2023: Preference will be given to Community Fund requests of $5,000 or more. For project requests less than $5,000, please consider applications to United Way R4 Grant, or Marshall County REMC Operation Round Up.

This funding opportunity supports universities and academic institutions in advancing high-level Buddhist studies and research programs, encouraging collaboration and outreach initiatives.

The State-funded Historic Preservation Grant Program, managed by the Division for Historic Preservation, provides financial assistance to municipalities and non-profit organizations in Vermont for the rehabilitation of historic buildings located in downtowns, villages, and rural communities. The program offers competitive 50/50 matching grants of up to $20,000 for the repair and restoration of historic features in buildings such as town halls, museums, theaters, libraries, and recreation centers. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and municipalities that own properties in Vermont that are at least 50 years old and listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The grants are reimbursement-based, requiring recipients to cover the full project costs upfront, with the State reimbursing them upon project completion and submission of required paperwork. Annually, the program has $200,000 in grant funds available, subject to legislative approval. The next grant cycle will be announced in August 2024, with applications due in October 2024. For notifications and further details, contact Caitlin Corkins, Tax Credits & Grants Coordinator, at 802-828-3047 or [email protected].

This program provides financial support to Tribal Colleges for improving facilities and purchasing essential equipment to enhance education and community access for Native American students.

Grant Opportunity: LEH Rebirth Grants Funding Organization: Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) Contact Information: Contact LEH grants staff for assistance Award Details: Grant awards range from $1,000 to $5,000. LEH may award partial amounts. Matching cost share in cash or in kind is required. Eligibility: Humanities-based organizations operating within the 64 parishes of Louisiana are eligible to apply. Eligible organizations include nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, public-facing organizations within accredited institutions of higher learning, state and local government agencies, and state or federally recognized Native American tribal governments in Louisiana. Organizations reaching underserved populations are encouraged to apply. Program and Intent: LEH Rebirth Grants support programmatic initiatives focused on the humanities. Eligible projects include public humanities programs, documentary photography, podcast and radio projects, humanities-based festivals and exhibition development, digital humanities projects, speaker series, assistance with publication projects, and humanities-based educational initiatives. Projects must involve the participation of credentialed humanities scholars. Application Timeline: Applications open on April 1 each year, with decisions announced in July. Rebirth project activities should be implemented between September 1 and October 31 of the following year. The application period for 2024 Rebirth Grants is April 1 to May 1, 2024. Funding Guidelines: Humanities scholars must play a central role in all phases of the project. Projects must focus on topics and themes drawn from the humanities or bring the analytical potential of the humanities to bear on current concerns. Programs must provide a balance of viewpoints, target public audiences, involve community representatives, and avoid advocacy and bias. LEH does not fund certain types of projects, such as creative and performing arts, research exclusively for scholarly audiences, scholarships, and political action. Nonprofit status is required, and cost share is expected. Evaluation and final reports are required for funded projects.

This program provides financial assistance to small business owners in Texas to help cover costs for training, memberships, and necessary licensing fees to enhance their business operations.

This program provides financial assistance to small businesses in San Mateo County that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, helping them cover operating expenses and recover from revenue losses.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to cultural institutions like libraries, museums, and archives to implement environmentally sustainable methods for preserving their collections and improving resilience against climate change.