The Division of Historical Resources is currently soliciting applications for Historic Preservation Special Category Grants-in-Aid.

SPECIAL CATEGORY GRANTS PROGRAM

The purpose of the Special Category Grants Program is to provide funding to assist major local, regional and state-wide efforts to preserve significant historic structures and archaeological sites, to assist major archaeological excavations, and assist in the development, fabrication and installation of major museum exhibits that will promote knowledge and appreciation of the history of Florida. For the purpose of this program, the term “major” means projects with grant funding needs in excess of $50,000. This program does not fund operational support for museums or historic preservation organizations.

SOLICITATION PERIOD

The solicitation period begins July 1, 2010, and extends through August 31, 2010. The online application is available at www.flheritage.com/grants. Online applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on August 31, 2010. In addition, one paper copy of the application and all required attachments must be delivered to: Bureau of Historic Preservation, R. A. Gray Building, 500 South Bronough Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0250 no later than 5:00 p.m., August 31, 2010 OR be clearly postmarked on or before August 31, 2010, OR show evidence of submission to an express mail service on or before August 31, 2010. If access to the online application is not available, arrangements for the submission of paper applications may be made by calling: The Bureau at (850)245-6333 or toll free at 1(800)847-7278.

FUNDS AVAILABLE

Funding availability will depend upon legislative appropriation during the 2011 Legislative Session. Recommended grant awards will range from $50,000 to $350,000.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information can be accessed online at http://www.flheritage.com/grants, or by contacting: The Bureau of Historic Preservation grants staff at 1(800)847-7278 or (850)245-6333.