Grants
The Idaho State Historical Society offers a rich selection of grant opportunities designed to empower and connect Idahoans with their past. Applicants can explore tailored funding that supports archival preservation, public history programming, collections management, heritage tourism, and educational outreach—each aimed at safeguarding Idaho’s cultural heritage for future generations.
Contact
(208) 334-2682
State Historical Advisory Board (SHRAB) Grants
WHAT: The Idaho SHRAB supports projects that preserve and expand online access to historical records, promotes archival best practices, and connects people to primary sources.
HOW MUCH: $500-$2,500
WHEN: Applications open in February, projects run May to November (estimated based on federal award timeline).
Community Enhancement Grants (CEG)
WHAT: The CEG program is an important way the Idaho State Historical Society supports Idaho’s historical organizations in preserving and interpreting community history.
HOW MUCH: $500-$2,500
WHEN: Applications open in May, projects run September to May.
Certified Local Government (CLG) Grants
The CLG program assists local communities in preserving their unique historic character and also provides technical assistance and small grants to local governments. Most importantly, communities use the grants to preserve their historic resources for future generations.
Governor's Lewis & Clark Trail Commitee Grant
WHAT: The Governor’s Committee and the Idaho State Historical Society administer the Lewis & Clark Trail Committee grant, funded by proceeds from the Sacajawea specialty license plate.