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The National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) offers grants for the restoration of eligible Civil War battlefields, Revolutionary War, and War of 1812 sites. Eligible applicants include state or local government entities, nonprofit organizations, and the grants require a dollar-for-dollar non-Federal match. There are two categories of grants available: Scoping Grants for early project development and Implementation Grants for applicants who have completed planning activities.
This grant aims to support research projects in the field of social sciences, with a focus on addressing inequality and promoting social justice. Eligible applicants include academic institutions, non-profit organizations, and researchers. To apply, interested individuals or organizations must submit a detailed research proposal outlining the project's objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes.
The Small Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity 2025 aims to provide funding for projects that promote professional development in the field of education. Eligible applicants include educators, schools, and educational organizations. To apply, interested parties should refer to the detailed guidelines outlined in the provided document.
This grant aims to provide funding for projects in Cotonou, focusing on sustainable development initiatives such as infrastructure improvements and environmental conservation. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, government agencies, and community groups based in Cotonou. To apply, interested parties must submit a detailed project proposal outlining the objectives, budget, and expected outcomes.
This grant aims to support projects that promote economic development and job creation in rural communities in the United States. Eligible applicants include local governments, non-profit organizations, and tribal entities. Interested parties must submit a detailed project proposal following the guidelines outlined in the grant document.
The grant provides funding for museums, Indian Tribes, and Native Hawaiian organizations to support consultation, documentation, and repatriation of Native American human remains and cultural objects under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. Eligible entities can apply for assistance with costs related to packaging, transportation, decontamination, reburial, and storage of NAGPRA items. Specific project activities may include travel, transportation, testing, building transport containers, acquiring ceremonial materials, and staff time. For more details on project activities and how to apply, refer to the Program Overview document.
This grant commemorates America's 250th Anniversary by supporting organizations in creating public programs in France that celebrate the historical ties between the U.S. and France. Eligible applicants must include French audiences, strengthen U.S.-France ties, promote understanding of the U.S. among the French public, and demonstrate a clear connection to the 250th anniversary. Applications must be submitted in English and U.S. dollars by specified deadlines to GrantsFrance@state.gov, with forms available on the U.S. Embassy in France website and grants.gov.
Updated: Oct 30, 2025
The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) Program, part of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Act, provides competitive grants to enhance parks and conservation areas in urban, underserved communities. Eligible applicants include community organizations, local governments, Tribes, and Native Hawaiian Communities. To apply, applicants must align their projects with their state's Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and provide a 1:1 or 50% non-Federal match, with exceptions for specific funding sources.
The National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP) offers Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants (BLAG) to assist State and local governments, Tribes, and nonprofit organizations in acquiring eligible Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War battlefield lands. The grants are competitive, require a dollar-for-dollar non-Federal match, and aim to promote the preservation and interpretation of historic battlefield sites while ensuring public access and enjoyment. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, with a focus on projects that enhance understanding of the origins of the United States as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026.
The grant aims to support community-based organizations in implementing projects that address social and environmental challenges. Eligible applicants include non-profits, NGOs, and community groups. To apply, interested organizations must submit a detailed project proposal outlining the problem, proposed solution, budget, and expected outcomes.
Updated: Oct 30, 2025
This grant aims to support projects that promote cultural exchange and understanding between the U.S. and Angola. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and cultural organizations. Interested parties must submit a detailed project proposal following the guidelines outlined in the application document DOS-PAS-ANG-FY25-01.pdf.
Updated: Oct 30, 2025
The Tribal Early Childhood and Family Economic Well-being Research Center (TRC) grant aims to support research and evaluation of ACF-funded early childhood and family economic well-being programs for Native American communities. Eligible applicants include organizations interested in conducting research in child care programs, Head Start/Early Head Start, and Tribal TANF. The grant is expected to have a 60-month project period with funding of $1,000,000 per budget period, and interested parties can find application instructions in the provided document link.
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