Post by Diane Merkel on Sept 10, 2014 17:53:20 GMT -5
The Florida Department of State is currently soliciting applications for Special Category Grant-in-Aid assistance for historic preservation projects. Projects must be associated with Historic Preservation in Florida and must meet guidelines under 1A-39, Florida Administrative Code.
The solicitation period began September 1, 2014 and extends through October 31, 2014. A preview of the online application will be available at www.flheritage.com/grants. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2014. Application attachments must be delivered to the Bureau of Historic Preservation, R. A. Gray Building, 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250 no later than 5:00 p.m., October 31, 2014 OR be clearly postmarked on or before October 31, 2014 OR show evidence of submission to an express mail service on or before October 31, 2014 .For questions or further assistance, you may contact us at BHPgrants@Dos.MyFlorida.com or by calling the Bureau at 850.245.6333 or 1.800.847.7278
Purpose: The purpose of Special Category grant funding is to assist major site-specific archaeological excavations, the major restoration or rehabilitation of historic buildings or structures, and major museum exhibits involving the development and presentation of information on the history of Florida.
Types of Projects: Types of projects eligible for Special Category funding include the acquisition of historic property, the moving of a historic building or structure that is under threat of demolition or destruction due to natural causes, the rehabilitation of a historic building or property, and major archaeological investigations of a site or closely related sites. Exhibit projects may include the design, fabrication and installation of museum furniture and equipment and the production of exhibit related media.
Eligibility: Eligible applicants include state agencies, universities, local governments and units of local governments, as well as non-profit organizations.
Application Period: September 1, 2014 - October 31, 2014
Grant Award / Requirements for Match: Special Category grants provide assistance between $50,000 and $350,000. The grantee is required to provide a matching share of either $50,000 or 50% of the award request, whichever is the higher amount. The match may be any combination of in-kind services, volunteer labor, donated materials and travel, plus cash-on-hand which must constitute a minimum of 25% of the total match.
The solicitation period began September 1, 2014 and extends through October 31, 2014. A preview of the online application will be available at www.flheritage.com/grants. Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2014. Application attachments must be delivered to the Bureau of Historic Preservation, R. A. Gray Building, 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250 no later than 5:00 p.m., October 31, 2014 OR be clearly postmarked on or before October 31, 2014 OR show evidence of submission to an express mail service on or before October 31, 2014 .For questions or further assistance, you may contact us at BHPgrants@Dos.MyFlorida.com or by calling the Bureau at 850.245.6333 or 1.800.847.7278
Purpose: The purpose of Special Category grant funding is to assist major site-specific archaeological excavations, the major restoration or rehabilitation of historic buildings or structures, and major museum exhibits involving the development and presentation of information on the history of Florida.
Types of Projects: Types of projects eligible for Special Category funding include the acquisition of historic property, the moving of a historic building or structure that is under threat of demolition or destruction due to natural causes, the rehabilitation of a historic building or property, and major archaeological investigations of a site or closely related sites. Exhibit projects may include the design, fabrication and installation of museum furniture and equipment and the production of exhibit related media.
Eligibility: Eligible applicants include state agencies, universities, local governments and units of local governments, as well as non-profit organizations.
Application Period: September 1, 2014 - October 31, 2014
Grant Award / Requirements for Match: Special Category grants provide assistance between $50,000 and $350,000. The grantee is required to provide a matching share of either $50,000 or 50% of the award request, whichever is the higher amount. The match may be any combination of in-kind services, volunteer labor, donated materials and travel, plus cash-on-hand which must constitute a minimum of 25% of the total match.