PUBLISHING HISTORICAL RECORDS IN COLLABORATIVE DITIGAL EDITIONS
Highlights
This program offers grants of up to $125,000 per year to support projects that publish online editions of historical records. By applying, your business can enhance public access to vital stories related to U.S. history, especially those focusing on the contributions of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. Receiving this funding not only boosts your project but also establishes your business as a key player in preserving and sharing our nation's heritage.
Benefits include:
- Access to substantial funding for historical projects without the burden of traditional loan repayments.
- The ability to create fully searchable and annotated digital editions of important records, enhancing overall public engagement and education.
- Opportunities for collaboration with scholars, archivists, and community members, enriching the project with diverse insights and expertise.
Applying is straightforward, allowing you to showcase your vision and plans for these significant projects. With funding beginning no earlier than January 1, 2025, there’s ample time to prepare and make a meaningful contribution to history.
Financing Details
Grants are offered through this program, providing funding for eligible projects related to publishing historical records online. Each grant can be up to $125,000 per year. Grants are typically awarded for one year, with a possibility of up to 28 grants being distributed in total. The funds can cover a maximum of 75% of the total project costs, which means you will need to provide a minimum of 25% in cost-sharing contributions.
Eligible Expenses:
- Costs associated with collecting, describing, preserving, and publishing historical documents.
- Direct expenses, in-kind contributions, and non-Federal third-party contributions.
- Expenses for collaboration with scholar-editors, archivists, and technical staff.
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for indirect costs.
- This program does not cover the production of films or video documentaries.
- Projects must provide online access to a searchable digital edition of documents.
Fees Associated: There are no specific fees mentioned for submitting proposals or receiving grant awards. However, ensure compliance with the registration requirements in the System for Award Management (SAM), as maintaining this registration is essential throughout the application and funding process.
Qualifications
Eligible Organizations:
- U.S. nonprofit organizations or institutions
- U.S. colleges, universities, and other academic institutions
- State or local government agencies
- Federally-acknowledged or state-recognized Native American tribes or groups
Collaboration Requirements:
- Projects must include at least two scholar-editors, along with one or more archivists, digital scholars, data curators, or other support and technical staff.
Project Eligibility:
- New projects must have definitive plans for publishing and preserving a digital edition that provides online access to a searchable, fully-transcribed, and annotated collection of documents.
Cost Sharing Requirement:
- The applicant's financial contribution must include direct and indirect expenses, in-kind contributions, non-Federal third-party contributions, and any income earned directly by the project.
Registration Requirement:
- Applicant organizations must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and include a valid Unique Entity ID in their application.
No Disqualifications:
- There are no minimum or maximum requirements for employees or company revenue.
- All legal and profit structures are applicable.
Description
This program offers grants of up to $125,000 per year to support your project in publishing online editions of historical records. The funding can be used for a wide range of historical materials, including documents, photographs, audio recordings, and more. You can focus on showcasing diverse aspects of U.S. history, particularly those important stories related to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. The aim is to bring valuable historical insights to a larger audience, enhancing public access to our nation’s heritage.
The grants are designed for new projects that create fully searchable and annotated digital editions of these records. You will need to have a solid plan for preserving these digital editions and making them accessible to the public. These projects are encouraged to promote collaboration, bringing together various scholars, archivists, and community members, enhancing both the content and its distribution.
Funding will begin no earlier than January 1, 2025, making this a great chance to prepare a meaningful project with adequate financial support. Consider how this program can help your business not only gain funding but also play an essential part in preserving and sharing our history.
Program Steps
Gather Project Details
Define your project scope. Outline what historical records you aim to publish and how they will engage public interest.Prepare Documentation
Collect the required documents for your application. You will need:- A project proposal explaining your vision, objectives, and methodology.
- A budget plan detailing how you will use the funding.
- Relevant backgrounds of team members or collaborators.
- Letters of support from partners, if applicable.
Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form available on the program's website. Provide all necessary information as accurately as possible.Submit Your Application
Review your application and submit it via the designated portal before the deadline.Prepare for Review
Once submitted, be ready to answer any questions or provide additional information during the review process.Follow Up
Keep an eye on communications from the program administrators. They may reach out for more details or updates on your application status.Plan for Implementation
Start planning how you will execute your project if you receive funding. Make sure you have a solid plan for preservation and accessibility.
