The purposes of the Mini-Grant Program of the
California Council for the Promotion of History are to:
- Promote
quality history experiences for all Californians through such programs/projects as exhibitions, educational activities, publications
and other appropriate projects
- Further the purposes of the CCPH
by making small but meaningful grants to heritage organizations throughout California
- Promote continual development of high standards of historical research, presentation and preservation
among California heritage organizations
- Promote professional practices
among California's heritage organizations in all aspects of operation.
- Typical awards range from $500 to $1000.
- Applicants must
be California nonprofit organizations or agencies of state, county or local government.
- Applicants must contribute a significant portion of the total project cost, either in cash or in in-kind
volunteer time and materials. Organizations awarded grant funds in a previous granting cycle must submit the written report
on the previous year's grant before applying in the current grant cycle.
The following criteria are used in evaluating grant applications:
- Relevance—Is the proposed project appropriate for CCPH funding? Does the project
further the purposes of CCPH and its mini-grant program?
- Significance—Is
the project focused on legitimate historic themes, events or subject matter?
- Quality—Does the project embody or promote the development of high standards and greater awareness of history
for the community?
- Management Ability—Does the project show
careful planning; does the organization have the management capabilities to successfully carry out the project?
Please note: CCPH Mini-grants do not fund:
- Purchase of equipment
- Scholarships
- Awards to individuals
- Receptions,
per diems, meals
- Long-distance trips
- Projects (or elements of projects) substantially completed before the anticipated date of the grant
award
- Membership solicitations and members programs
- Fundraising activities
