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HomeMy WebLinkAbout042026 - Maritime Grant Application Closes Friday!ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. Apply now for funding from Maritime Washington ⚓ <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/07ea115f-98cf-147d-d095-7d18ac95380b.png> Maritime Washington Grant Applications Close Friday! The Maritime Washington Grant Program supports projects that strengthen and share our state’s maritime heritage. This year, we’re focusing support on projects and programs that interpret our state’s maritime heritage. If your organization has a project that helps connect the public with our water-based places and stories, we encourage you to learn more and apply before the upcoming deadline. Applications close on Friday, April 24, at 5:00 pm Learn More & Apply <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=5094ef8bdf&e=caffb2252c> What Projects are Eligible? The 2026 grant round is open specifically to projects and programs that interpret Washington’s maritime heritage. Eligible projects may include but are not limited to: * Museum exhibits * Interpretive signage * Collateral such as flyers, maps, brochures, etc. * Limited podcast and video series * Murals and public art * Development of interpretive webpages * Tours * Services of a self-selected interpretive planner to develop an interpretive plan * Educational events and public programs * Books aimed at the general public For full details about eligibility, visit the Grant Program Guidelines <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=cbb1bd9b97&e=caffb2252c> . Who Can Apply? The Maritime Washington Grant Program funds nonprofit organizations, local governments, Tribes, regional educational institutions, and other entities that support our region’s maritime heritage. While applicants do not need to be a member of the Maritime Washington Partner Network, they must be located in one of the 13 counties within the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area. What Funding is Available? $100,000 in grant funds will be distributed among successful applicants to aid in their maritime heritage work, with a maximum grant request of $15,000 per applicant. Key Dates * April 1, 2026, 4:00 pm: Office hours with grant program administrators (watch the recording here <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=cb93f28535&e=caff b2252c> ) * April 24, 2026, 5:00 pm: Grant applications due * June 2026: All applicants notified * July 2027: Grant-supported projects completed Don't have your own maritime heritage project in the works? 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