National Archives and Records Administration

Description

The National Historical Publications and Records Commission seeks proposals to strengthen archives and historical records programs in each of the states and build a national archival network. The Commission awards grants to State Historical Records Advisory Boards to:• Provide statewide archival services, including professional education, public information about records and archival programs, and other activities to implement state plans. • Operate grant programs for eligible archives, manuscript repositories, and other organizations within a state. • Collaborate on projects with other organizations to address common problems or shared opportunities within a state or among a consortium of state archives. • Assess the health of archival and records programs, the conditions of records, and the challenges and opportunities facing historical records keepers and users; and to implement strategies and programs to address pressing archival issues. • Hold meetings and public forums on statewide or national archival issues. • Participate in national archival organizations.

Who can apply

• State governments
• Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
• Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
• Private institutions of higher education

Contact

Jeff de la Concepcion <br/>Grant Program Specialist <br/>Phone 202-357-5022
Jeff.delaconcepcion@Nara.gov