The Indiana Humanities Council and the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana have awarded grants of up to $2,000 to thirteen nonprofit organizations throughout Indiana. From Valparaiso to Madison, the grants will be used for a variety of projects, including K-12 learning experiences, tour brochures, and a traveling barn model. One grant winner is using GPS technology to create a geocaching adventure, a high-tech landmark treasure hunt.
The IHC and HLFI have been partnering in this granting opportunity for fifteen years, each providing $10,000 annually to the fund. This year, an additional individual donation of $5,000 to HLFI, matched by an equal amount from the IHC, provided the largest pool of grant funds in the program's history.
"We're delighted to help non-profits spread the word about historic preservation through these grants-especially in difficult economic times such as these," said Keira Amstutz, president and CEO of the Indiana Humanities Council. "Fostering an appreciation for history among community members and young children will lead to stronger, more vibrant communities."
2009 Historic Preservation Education Grantees are:
"The grant application is simple, and the match can be supplied entirely by volunteer time or in-kind contributions. We make it easy for communities large and small to celebrate landmarks and educate people about preservation," said Marsh Davis, HLFI president.
The IHC provides two annual grant programs: Historic Preservation Education Grants, in partnership with HLFI, which supports educational projects related to historic structures; and Humanities Initiative Grants, given to nonprofit organizations to conduct public programs emphasizing the humanities.
