Opportunity Information: Apply for P18AS00640
The grant opportunity titled "Update 35 year old Historic Study Resource Studies for improving community Dialogue" (Funding Opportunity Number P18AS00640) is a National Park Service effort to modernize and expand a set of historic resource studies that were originally produced about thirty-five years ago, during the early development of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The core purpose is to replace an outdated baseline of historical documentation with updated scholarship that reflects how historical research has evolved over the past several decades, especially in areas like environmental history, social history, interdisciplinary methods, and a more complete accounting of the diversity and complexity of the American experience. The project is meant to produce updated, better-integrated historical narratives that can be used not just for academic purposes, but also for day-to-day park management, cultural resource protection, interpretation for visitors, and broader community dialogue.
A major emphasis of the work is expanding what stories are told and how they are connected to the landscapes and sites managed within the park. The updated studies are expected to examine environmental change and land use over time, including the impacts of logging, dairy ranching, military operations, and recreation on park lands. They also specifically call for integrating communities that have often been underrepresented in older park histories, including Hispanic, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, and African American experiences tied to these lands. Within that broader inclusion effort, the opportunity highlights focused examination of Buffalo Soldiers and Nisei intelligence specialists, signaling an intent to connect local park history to larger national themes of military service, race, citizenship, and wartime experience.
The scope also extends into institutional and military history, particularly through a detailed operational history of both military and civilian prisons on Alcatraz, including the experiences of people involved and the way Alcatraz fits into wider trends in American penology. Additional historical themes to be explored include the Civil War era as it relates to Bay Area military posts, the Cold War and its effects on parklands, and the rise of the counter-culture alongside the Bay Area's shift away from its earlier identity as a military stronghold. The project also explicitly includes traditional Native American use of park lands and resources, indicating that Indigenous relationships to place, land stewardship, and continuity of use are expected to be treated as essential components of the updated narrative rather than peripheral topics.
From a compliance and management standpoint, the updated historic resource studies are intended to directly support the National Park Service in meeting National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 110 responsibilities. In practical terms, this includes strengthening the factual and interpretive foundation for cultural resource decision-making, and supporting actions such as amending National Register of Historic Places nominations where updated research warrants changes or expansions. The deliverables are framed as applied history: research that improves how the park evaluates significance, manages resources, and communicates meaning to the public using a more contemporary and holistic understanding of the cultural landscape.
The opportunity places strong value on dissemination and public-facing use of the research results. Rather than limiting the work to internal reports, the project is expected to transfer knowledge through multiple channels, including interpretive programs for park visitors, presentations to community groups off-site, and a robust use of web-based media. This reflects the broader aim embedded in the title: improving community dialogue by providing well-researched, inclusive narratives that can inform discussion, learning, and shared understanding around difficult or overlooked histories as well as better-known stories.
Administratively, this is a discretionary funding action using a cooperative agreement, issued by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service, under CFDA number 15.946. The eligible applicant category listed is nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than institutions of higher education), and the notice states it is not a request for applications. Instead, it serves as public notice of the National Park Service's intent to award financial assistance to a specific partner, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, for the project work. The opportunity was created on September 5, 2018, with an original closing date of September 14, 2018, and it anticipated a single award with an award ceiling of $121,448.Apply for P18AS00640
- The Department of the Interior, National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Update 35 year old Historic Study Resource Studies for improving community Dialogue" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.946.
- This funding opportunity was created on Sep 05, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 14, 2018 This announcement is not a request for applications This announcement is to provide public notice that the National Park Services intends to award financial assistance to the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy for project work.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $121,448.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification)
Next opportunity: Head Start Grantee -- Collier County, Florida
Previous opportunity: Science Summer Camp
Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for P18AS00640
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (P18AS00640) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| Notice of Intent Evaluation of new protocols for establishing Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) on sand prairies across the Southern Plains region Apply for USGS 18 FAC 4886 Funding Number: USGS 18 FAC 4886 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $35,000 |
| FY 2019 The Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) Program: Host Family and School Placement and Monitoring Apply for SFOP0005413 Funding Number: SFOP0005413 Agency: Department of State, Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $30,300,000 |
| Support to Interpretation and Education Apply for P18AC00654 Funding Number: P18AC00654 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| 18.PMWRA.1November2018.Unsolicited.RFI Apply for SFOP0005418 Funding Number: SFOP0005418 Agency: Department of State, PM Weapons Removal and Abatement Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Monocacy National Battlefieldâ¿¿ Lâ¿¿Hermitage Oral Histories Apply for P18AS00655 Funding Number: P18AS00655 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $40,000 |
| Monocacy National Battlefieldâ¿¿ Ethnographic Overview Apply for P18AS00656 Funding Number: P18AS00656 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $80,000 |
| Networking and Professional Development of State and Large Urban System Healthcare Administrators Apply for 18PR09 Funding Number: 18PR09 Agency: Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $165,000 |
| Complete a Preliminary Evaluation of Structural Elements and Ancient Apply for P18AS00666 Funding Number: P18AS00666 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $104,976 |
| Notice of Intent Apply for USGS 18 FAC 0355 Funding Number: USGS 18 FAC 0355 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $115,660 |
| Stewardship Education in the Upper Valley, Connecting Schools to Apply for NPS 18 NERO 0208 Funding Number: NPS 18 NERO 0208 Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $54,625 |
| Notice of Intent: Sustaining USArray Capabilities in Alaska Apply for USGS FA 18 361 Funding Number: USGS FA 18 361 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $1,365,000 |
| Haiti Travel and Logistics Program for Training Support Apply for INL18CA0061 WHPHAITI TRAVLOG 09132018 Funding Number: INL18CA0061 WHPHAITI TRAVLOG 09132018 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $800,000 |
| Secure and Sustainable Human Rights Documentation Solutions Apply for SFOP0005258 Funding Number: SFOP0005258 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Democracy Human Rights and Labor Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $1,000,000 |
| FY 2018 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Apply for DHS 18 GPD 044 00 99 Funding Number: DHS 18 GPD 044 00 99 Agency: Department of Homeland Security, Department of Homeland Security - FEMA Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $9,000,000 |
| Thinking for a Change Facilitator Program Apply for 19CS01 Funding Number: 19CS01 Agency: Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $120,000 |
| Notice of Intent Apply for USGS 18 FAC 0377 Funding Number: USGS 18 FAC 0377 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $197,469 |
| Notice of Intent Apply for USGS 18 FAC 0378 Funding Number: USGS 18 FAC 0378 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $67,357 |
| Soil Arthropod Functional Traits and Food Webs in Experimental Forest Plots Apply for USGS 18 FA 0364 Funding Number: USGS 18 FA 0364 Agency: Department of the Interior, U. S. Geological Survey Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $176,000 |
| TAT Grant Program Apply for TATFY19 Funding Number: TATFY19 Agency: Department of Agriculture, Utilities Programs Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| 2019 Notice of Funding Opportunity for NGO programs benefiting refugees and asylum seekers in Thailand Apply for SFOP0005439 Funding Number: SFOP0005439 Agency: Department of State, Bureau of Population Refugees and Migration Category: Other (see text field entitled Explanation of Other Category of Funding Activity for clarification) Funding Amount: $11,000,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Inside Our Applicants Portal
Access Applicants Portal
- Grants Repository - Access current and historic funding opportunities with ease. Thousands of funding opportunities are published every week. We can help you sort through the database and find the eligible ones to apply for.
- Applicant Video Guides - The grant application process can be challenging to follow. We can help you with intuitive video guides to speed up the process and eliminate errors in submissions.
- Grant Proposal Wizard - We have developed a network of private funding organizations and investors across the United States. We can reach out and submit your proposal to these contacts to maximize your chances of getting the funding you need.
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Learn More
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "P18AS00640", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.