Economic Development Administration

As part of the $2 trillion federal CARES Act passed by Congress to provide economic relief to the nation $75 million was allocated to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to assist the many organizations operating within the cultural sector that preserve history, inspire creative thinking, foster understanding between citizens, and maintain the nation’s identity as a diverse, free society.

Of that amount, 40% was designated to be divided among the state humanities councils for distribution in their respective states. Connecticut Humanities re-granted a total of $478,467 in CARES Act funding to 70 organizations. Grant awards ranged from $2,500 to $20,000, and no match was required (maximum amount of funding was based upon an organization’s budget size).

Grants were used for general operating expenses such as salaries, rent, utilities, supplies, and equipment.

One more volunteer appreciation post! These fine folks helped us end our with a bang! Thank you