This grant is aimed at protecting and managing archaeological resources in Lincoln County, Nevada. It supports projects that safeguard sites, care for collections, and involve the public in archaeology, all while balancing current and future land use needs.
Who it's for: This grant is for state and local governments, educational institutions, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations that are interested in archaeological projects in Lincoln County, Nevada.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals about resources less than 100 years old
- Projects not located in Lincoln County, Nevada
- Applications not aligned with U.S. Department of the Interior priorities
- Failure to comply with the Lincoln County Land Act
- Ineligible entity types
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., 501(c)(3) status for nonprofits)
- Budget plan
- Timeline for project completion
- Documentation of past relevant work
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compliance with Archaeological Resources Protection Act
- Registration with federal grant systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
Cautions
- Projects must focus on resources at least 100 years old
- Must adhere to specific legal and regulatory frameworks
- Limited to projects in Lincoln County, Nevada
- Funding is competitive with a total program budget of $750,000
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include state governments, private and public institutions of higher education, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, county governments, city or township governments, special district governments, and other Native American tribal organizations. Projects must focus on archaeological resources at least 100 years old and be located in Lincoln County, Nevada.
Overview
This grant is for state and local governments, educational institutions, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations that are interested in archaeological projects in Lincoln County, Nevada.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals about resources less than 100 years old
- Projects not located in Lincoln County, Nevada
- Applications not aligned with U.S. Department of the Interior priorities
- Failure to comply with the Lincoln County Land Act
- Ineligible entity types
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to protect archaeological sites, care for collections, conduct research, and engage the public in archaeology. They can also support restoration of watersheds to protect sites.
Total Program Funding
$750,000
Expected Awards
5
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 12, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 14, 2026(62 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 30, 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility as a qualified entity
- Develop a project proposal meeting grant objectives
- Prepare a detailed budget and timeline
- Gather necessary documentation (e.g., proof of nonprofit status)
- Register on SAM.gov and other required federal systems
- Ensure compliance with the Archaeological Resources Protection Act
- Submit application by the deadline