Researching local history in Virginia Beach? Theres a grant for that. – WAVY.com

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) The Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission is accepting research grant applications for projects that focus on local history in the city as well as the former Princess Anne County.

Applications can be foundHERE and are due by March 3.

The Research Grant Program encourages scholarship about persons, places and events that are significant to Virginia Beachs history.

The research projects must result in a tangible product, such as a written report or a historic marker or sign. Grant funding is for costs directly related to the research and production of the final product.

All applications must include a project sponsor that agrees to review and approve the project final report or product. The sponsor must be identified in the application and must sign the application.

In 2020, five grants were awardedwith a value of $1,000 to $2,500. During this years cycle, the grant awards range has increased from $500 to $2,500 with the available funds totaling $10,000 for the fiscal year.

To be eligible to apply, you must be:

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Researching local history in Virginia Beach? Theres a grant for that. - WAVY.com