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Grant Program for Preservation of Historic African American Cemeteries and Graves in Virginia

This opportunity is a state-funded grant program from the Virginia Department of Historic Resources focused on preserving historic African American cemeteries and graves in Virginia. - Government Buyer: - Virginia Department of Historic Resources - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant program rather than a procurement of goods or services - Products/Services Requested: - Funding for care, documentation, and preservation of historic African American cemeteries and graves - Eligible activities include routine maintenance and larger preservation projects - No part numbers or specific product quantities are specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Cemeteries and graves must have been established prior to 1948 - Emphasis on respectful maintenance and recognition of cultural heritage - Open to applicants seeking funding for eligible preservation activities

Description

The Historic African American Cemetery and Graves Fund (AACGF) is a state-funded grant program administered by the Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) that provides funding to support the care, documentation, and preservation of historic African American cemeteries and graves established prior to 1948 across the Commonwealth. The fund supports both routine maintenance and larger preservation efforts, helping ensure these sacred sites are respectfully maintained and meaningfully recognized as part of Virginia’s cultural landscape. The grant opportunity is open for applications until May 31, 2027. Interested parties can contact Kelley Kapsak for more information.

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