Deadline: 01-Jun-21
The Louisiana State Historic Preservation Office (LASHPO) is inviting proposals for the 2021 Atchafalaya National Heritage Area Grants Program.
The Atchafalaya National Heritage Area stretches across 14 parishes in south-central Louisiana. It is among the most culturally-rich and ecologically-varied regions in the United States, home to the widely recognized Cajun culture as well as a diverse population of European, African, Caribbean and Native American descent.
The purpose of the ANHA Grants Program is to accomplish the Heritage Area’s goals which include:
- Building an understanding and identity of the Area’s key stories
- Expanding economic opportunities based on the area’s culture and environment
- Strengthening the sense of place, preserving languages, skills, cultures and traditions
- Increasing community collaboration and involvement, cultivating multiple partnerships
- Supporting a healthier Atchafalaya ecosystem, working to balance all the Area’s activities
- Enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities, encouraging sustainability and improving access
The Grants Program is a Federal-aid option to assist partners located within the boundaries of the ANHA in meeting the above-mentioned goals. This option provides matching funds assistance through reimbursement. The recipient, therefore, must provide proof of payment for 100 percent of eligible expenses when submitting a request for reimbursement.
Eligibility Criteria
- Entities that may qualify for an ANHA grant include:
- Non-profits within the ANHA region
- A municipality within the ANHA region
- Libraries within the ANHA region
- Universities with projects serving the ANHA region
- Examples of entities that do not qualify for an ANHA grant include:
- Advocacy or lobbying groups
For more information, visit LASHPO.
For more information, visit https://culturaldevelopmentstateoflouisiana.submittable.com/submit
