Deadline: 14-Sep-21
Applications are now open for the County History Partnership Program Grant to support existing and emerging local history organizations, and other eligible non-profit organizations providing history projects, programs, services to benefit diverse public audiences.
The Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission (SCC&HC) is the agency officially designated in Somerset County to apply for, receive and administer this annual local History Partnership Program Grant. The SCC&HC accepts grant proposals which conform to the guidelines stated herein. An independent peer panel evaluates all submitted applications, and provides recommendations for funding, which are submitted to the SCC&HC for approval. Upon the Commission’s approval, grants are authorized through resolution with the Somerset County Board of County Commissioners.
Types of Grants
- General Operating Support (GOS): GOS is limited to non-profit organizations whose missions are exclusively devoted to the public presentation of history. GOS funds provide support for the overall operations of these organizations for the calendar year; although there are specific uses for GOS funds that are considered ineligible. GOS funds may be used for most activities that support the organization’s history mission.
- Special Project Grant (SP): Open to any organization that meets the eligibility requirements. A special project is a specific, well-planned project that brings quality history programing to the community and has defined start and completion dates. The project may contain multiple events or activities, but these must be clearly related by discipline or theme. Special projects MUST be focused on New Jersey history and benefit the general public in Somerset County.
Funding Information
General Operating Support (GOS): There is no match required for funds that will be re-granted for 2022. GOS applicant organizations can request up to 50% of their total budgeted income/revenue projected for year 2022. For example, an applicant with a $100,000 annual operating budget can request up to $50,000 in GOS funds.
Eligibility Criteria
Organization must be Somerset County-based, operating as a:
- Non-profit organization – 501(c)3 or 501(c)4
- Unit of local government
- Institution of higher education or
- Faith-based organization.
For more information, visit https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/public-works/cultural-heritage/grant-programs/the-state-county-history-partnership-program-grant