Welcome to the America250MI Grant Portal

Final Grant Office Hours

Are available by calling 517-376-4848 for you to ask any questions or seek guidance, allowing for personalized support as you develop your project. For your convenience, we have expanded our office hours as follows:

Grant Office Hours:

• Monday, April 14 - 8:00 to 5:00 pm

• Tuesday, April 15 - 8:00 to 5:00 pm

 

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Welcome to the America250MI History Grant Program portal! This platform serves as your comprehensive resource for navigating the grant application process, designed to support Michigan’s historical organizations in their efforts to interpret, preserve or explore Michigan’s rich history.

​Here, you can access:

• The detailed Grant Booklet, which outlines the necessary instructions for completing your application, including eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and project considerations.

• Frequently asked questions (FAQs) that address common queries to aid you throughout the application process.

• The Grant Applications - Tiers 1, 2 and 3

• PDF files of the Grant Applications - Tiers 1, 2 and 3

• Project Budget Worksheet

• Details on Grant Office Hours and how to contact our grant team​​
   

In response to the inquiries received during our grant office hours and via email, we have compiled a series of the most frequently asked questions to assist you more effectively. If you require further assistance or guidance, please reach out during the office hours listed above:

 

​Staff Salaries:

Can staff time, volunteer hours or in-kind donations count towards the match for Tier 2 and Tier 3? No, existing staff salaries, volunteer hours or in-kind donations cannot count towards the match for Tier 2 and Tier 3 projects.

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Can grantees get reimbursed for portions of staff salaries working on the project? Yes, grantees are eligible to receive reimbursement for portions of staff salaries allocated to the project. It is important to ensure that these costs are properly documented and directly tied to the activities outlined in the grant agreement. Please feel free to reach out if you need further clarification or assistance in navigating this process.
 

Grant Reimbursement Process

All grant funds are provided through a reimbursement process. Please follow the steps below to ensure you understand how to manage your expenses and receive funding:

 

Linking Funds to Deliverables – Submissions of Invoices

Grant funds will be reimbursed based on the completion of specific project deliverables. Grantees will be able to submit invoices for reimbursement at regular intervals as specified in their project timelines, upon completion of various aspects of their project.

 

The reporting dates for these deliverables will be shared with you at the time the grant agreement is signed. These dates will align with the timeline summary and benchmarks outlined in your grant application.

 

Eligibility of Expenses:

Expenses incurred before the project timeline begins will not be eligible for reimbursement.

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Grant Cycles

Round 1 Grant Cycle: Covers expenses from June 1, 2025, to May 30, 2026.

Round 2 Grant Cycle: Covers expenses from March 1, 2026, to December 30, 2026.

Note: Fundable projects may relate to or be part of a larger project initiated prior to these dates.

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Withholding of Funds

Please be aware that until the final completion of the project, 10% of the total grant amount will be withheld for Tier 2 and 3 projects.

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Important Notes

It is essential to establish a detailed timeline with benchmarks for your project to ensure alignment with the reimbursement process.

If chosen for an American250MI grant, detailed instructions and an additional form for requesting reimbursements will be provided as part of the grant agreement package, as well as instructions for your Final Progress Report.​

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How do I get a SIGMA ID number?

• If you are not already registered for SIGMA Vendor Self Service, you can fill out an electronic application here. Be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the page to begin your application.

• If you already have a SIGMA ID number, but do not know it, follow these instructions.

• For help with SIGMA ID, visit SIGMA ID FAQ and Website, or call 888-734-9749 (Mon.-Fri. 7AM-5PM EST).

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To further assist you, we encourage everyone to download the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document available directly below this message.  

We encourage you to explore our resources and dive into your project, as your efforts will contribute to preserving Michigan’s unique stories and heritage for future generations. Together, we can ensure that the vibrant narratives of our past continue to inspire and educate. Thank you for your interest in becoming part of this significant commemoration!