Has your Society talked about doing a special project,
but been stymied by lack of funds? Do you need a special piece of equipment
like a projector or printer for your library? Well…….
The Washington State Genealogical Society is excited to
announce the creation of the “WSGS Innovative Grant Program.”
The grants, up to $100, are designed to support the inventive
and creative efforts of WSGS-member societies and organizations. We know that $100 doesn't seem like a lot of money, but we also know that
local societies can do a lot with very little, so we’re hoping the Innovative
Grant Program will be what you need to jump-start a project that has been
dreamed about for some time. Up to five grants will be awarded in 2015.
While no means comprehensive, here are some examples of projects that might be considered:
·
Purchase
of furniture, equipment, books, magazines or other publications/ subscriptions
for an existing or new society library;
·
Locating,
inventorying, restoring and/or preserving a local cemetery;
·
Hosting
a special event, presentation, or workshop;
·
Purchasing
genealogical-related software, scanner, projector, peripherals or other
equipment or technology;
·
Developing
a project serving special populations, e.g. senior citizens, children/teens,
tribal members, ethnic organizations, etc.;
·
Restoring
and/or preservation of photos or original documents;
·
Identifying
and unifying old photos, Bibles, quilts, letters or other significant memorabilia
with family members, museums, or other good homes;
·
Creation
of a website, blog or other communication tool;
·
Publication
of local history or narratives;
·
Other
innovative projects that support and enhances your genealogical society.
The deadline for the Innovative Grant application is
April 1, 2015. The simple application is only ONE page and available online here.
Additional guidance on the program is here.
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