The DC Oral History Collaborative (DCOHC) aims to document, preserve, and celebrate the lived experiences of all Washington, DC residents and communities. This is accomplished through providing training, mentorship, resources, programs, and funding to both current and aspiring oral historians.
This grant supports humanities-focused nonprofit organizations in DC by funding capacity-building projects aimed at advancing their missions and enhancing their service to the community. Projects may include developing a communications strategy, improving volunteer recruitment, ensuring leadership succession, updating technology, or refining outcome measurement strategies. The grant, which issues a maximum award of $25,000, is designed to bolster organizational effectiveness and sustainability. This opportunity is part of the Humanities Grant Program funded by the DC Government through the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.