New York State Contract Reporter #2134415

Documentary Heritage Program Grants for Under-Represented Groups in New York State History (2026-2027)

The New York State Department of Education is offering the Documentary Heritage Program (DHP) grants for 2026-2027 to support documentation of under-represented groups in New York State history. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Education, Contract Administration Unit (CAU) - Office located at 89 Washington Ave., Albany, NY 12234 - Eligible Applicants: - Not-for-profit organizations, archives, libraries, historical societies, museums, and similar institutions in New York State - Must have 501(c)(3) status or be SUNY/CUNY institutions - Program Details: - Total funding available: $92,000 - Supports projects to identify, survey, collect, arrange, describe, and make available historical records - Focus on groups and topics traditionally under-represented in New York's historical record - 30% MWBE participation goal - Products/Services Requested: - Grant-funded services for historical records documentation projects (no specific OEMs or vendors) - Unique Requirements: - Projects must address significant but under-documented groups or subjects - Applicants must complete statewide prequalification and register in the Statewide Financial System - Place of Performance: - Statewide across all New York State counties

Description

The Documentary Heritage Program (DHP) grants aim to enhance the documentation of New York State's history and culture by supporting projects that identify, survey, collect, arrange, describe, and make available records related to under-represented groups and topics in the state's historical record. Administered by the New York State Archives under the Education Department, the program provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations, archives, libraries, historical societies, museums, and similar institutions operating historical records programs within New York State. For the 2026-2027 grant year, a total of $92,000 is available. Eligible applicants must have not-for-profit status under IRS code 501(c)(3) or be a specified SUNY/CUNY institution. The program prioritizes projects focusing on historically under-documented groups or subjects significant to New York State history.

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