America250mi Grant Program

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Key Information

Due Date: January 15, 2026


Agency: Michigan Department of Natural Resources


Source: Michigan


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Funding Amount: $2,000,000


Funding Type: Grant


Match Required: No


Status: Closed


Contact Info: america250mi@gmail.com

Overview

The America250MI Grant Program was created to support history-based organizations across Michigan in commemorating the Semiquincentennial, marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The program aims to strengthen local history, uncover unheard voices, foster historical awareness, and support meaningful commemorative projects across Michigan communities.

Applicants were required to align proposals with the program's Five Guiding Themes: Unfinished Revolutions, Power of Place, American Experiment, We the People, and Doing History, and to demonstrate strong, meaningful partnerships. Eligible projects included public exhibitions, documentary films, historical markers, and civic programming connecting Michigan's heritage to the broader American story before, during, and after the Revolutionary Era.

Applications were submitted through the America250MI Grant Portal across two competitive grant cycles (Round 1 and Round 2). The grant cycles are now complete and all funds have been awarded.

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Additional Info

Posted Date: October 1, 2024


Application Due Date: January 15, 2026


Estimated Award Date: Not Specified


Eligible Applicants:

  • City or township governments
  • County governments
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
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