Idahoans gather around a statue of President Abraham Lincoln in this undated photo. (Courtesy of the Idaho State Historical Society)
New grant opportunities are available to Idaho organizations as a part of the America250 initiative to celebrate the founding of the United States in 2026.
The Idaho State Historical Society and the America250 in Idaho State Agency Task Force are coordinating the effort to provide the grants, which will range from $5,000 to $25,000 with a 10% match. The funding can be used for capital, accessibility, sustainability, preservation and educational projects, according to a press release.
Idaho officials join America250 initiative to celebrate the founding of the United States
Information regarding eligible projects, criteria and timelines is available at Idaho’s America250 website under the legacy projects tab . Nonprofits, as well as tribal and local governments, are encouraged to apply online for the grants.
Idahoans are also encouraged to share their stories through an new oral history initiative for the festivities. Through an application process, the initiative will provide Idahoans access to TheirStory, Inc, an oral history software subscription.