The Trump administration has decided to cancel numerous federal grants aimed at supporting arts and cultural organizations nationwide, as revealed by a senior NEH official. These grants, awarded for fiscal years 2021-2025, will see no new funding in fiscal year 2025 as part of a broader initiative led by the Department of Government Efficiency to reduce government spending. This sudden termination affects a wide array of groups across all 50 states, prompting concerns over the preservation of community history and identity.
The funds had been awarded by the agency through a competitive application process and…covered grants from fiscal years 2021-2025. However, NO upcoming awards will be made in fiscal year 2025.
A senior NEH official revealed that Acting NEH Chair Michael McDonald stated DOGE wants to claw back $175 million in grant money that has not yet been disbursed.
Groups are affected in all 50 states, including state arts councils, museums, historic sites, archives, libraries, educators, and media outlets.
The termination letter states, 'Your grant no longer effectuates the agency's needs and priorities and conditions of the Grant Agreement and is subject to termination,' citing fiscal priorities.
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