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Honors, Awards and Grant OpportunitiesODOT Seeks Proposals for Transportation Enhancements The Oregon Department of Transportation is requesting project proposals, including those related to several forms of preservation and heritage, in the Transportation Enhancement (TE) program. About $11 million will be available statewide for projects that can be ready for contract in 2009 and 2010. The TE program provides federal funds for projects that strengthen the cultural, aesthetic, and environmental value of the transportation. Some TE project activities eligible for funding include safety and educational activities for pedestrians and bicyclists; acquisition of historic sites; historic highway programs; historic preservation, rehabilitation and operation of historic transportation buildings, structures or facilities; archaeological planning and research; and establishment of transportation museums. Projects are selected through a statewide competitive process based on written application and field review. Applications are accepted from local, state or federal agencies, Indian tribes, and tax-funded districts. A private organization can apply in partnership with a public agency. A notice of intent to apply is due March 23rd, 2006, with a complete application due June 30th. The application packet -- including a program description, required forms and instructions can be found at www.oregon.gov/ODOT/HWY/LGS/enhancement.shtml. Materials may also be obtained by email from patricia.r.fisher@odot.state.or.us Further program information is available at 503-986-3528. Elisabeth Walton Potter Preservation Scholarships -- Deadline extended The State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) is awarding two scholarships in the amount of $1250 each. These funds are to be used by individuals who have been active in local preservation efforts and could further benefit these efforts by gaining special knowledge at a preservation-related workshop or conference held in the U.S. between July 1, 2006-June 30, 2007. The funds must be applied toward workshop/conference-related travel expenses: airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and workshop/conference registration fees. A nomination form may be obtained by calling David Bogan at 503-986-0671 or emailing David.Bogan@state.or.us. Deadline for submitting nomination forms has been extended to 5pm., June 9, 2006. SAVE OUR HISTORY GRANT PROGRAM The History Channel is preparing to launch the third cycle of the Save Our History Grant Program. Applications for the 2006-2007 Save Our History Grant Program are available online at www.saveourhistory.com. Information on the program including guidelines and criteria is also available at the same website. Application deadline is June 2, 2006. J. Timothy Anderson Awards for Excellence in Historic Rehabilitation The National Housing & Rehabilitation Association has announced a call for entries to the second annual "Timmy Awards". These awards honor outstanding rehabilitation and preservation projects based on overall design and quality, interpretation and respect of historic elements, impact on the community, and financial and market success. Anyone familiar with a deserving project is invited to submit an application today. Entries for the 2006 "Timmy" awards will be accepted until July 15th, 2006 and the winners will be recognized at an awards ceremony on October 9 at the 2006 NH&RA Fall Meeting in Boston, MA. Categories this year include: To learn more about the J. Timothy Anderson Awards, please contact Debby Tempio, 202-939-1778, dtempio@dworbell.com or visit the NH & RA website at www.housingonline.com. The National Historic Landmarks 2006 Photo Contest The seventh annual National Historic Landmarks (NHL) photo contest and the third annual National Natural Landmarks (NNL) photo contest are underway. The programs are administered by the National Park Service to identify and recognize nationally significant places that illustrate and interpret the heritage of the United States. Entry guidelines and forms can be found at www.nps.gov/nero/nhlphoto and www.nature.nps.gov/nnl/photocontest/index.cfm. Entries will be accepted through Friday July 28, 2006 and voting will take place early this fall. National Endowment for the Arts' Grants for Arts Projects Application guidelines for the next round of Grants for Arts Projects are now available on the NEA's website. Organizaitons my apply within each arts field or discipline for the Access to Artistic Excellence Grant. This grant aims to encourage and support artistic excellence, preserve our cultural heritage, and provide access to the arts for all Americans. An organization may request a grant amount from $5,000 to $150,000. Applicatio deadline is August 14, 2006. To view the guidelines and learn more about the application requirements, visit the NEA wesbite, www.arts.gov/grants/apply , select the field or discipline most relevant to your project, and choose Grants for Arts Projects. Jasper G. and Minnie Stevens Literary Prize Oregon Historical Society Press is inviting writers to submit manuscripts for the fourth annual Jasper G. and Minnie Stevens Literary Prize. The Stevens Prize, with a cash award of $3,000 and publication of the manuscript by Oregon Historical Society Press, recognizes an outstanding original fiction or nonfiction literary treatment of Oregon history. Manuscripts for adults and young readers will both be considered for the prize. Complete guidelines can be found at www.ohs.org/publications. Inquiries and submissions may be mailed to Stevens Prize, Oregon Historical Society, 1200 SW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97205. Additional inquiries and questions may be directed to press@ohs.org. Deadline for manuscript submission is September 1, 2006.
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