Opportunity Information: Apply for WHS WWII75
The WWII 75th Celebration grant opportunity was released by the Department of Defense through the Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (OASD PA) to support projects that commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II. Under Public Law 115-433, the Department of Defense serves as the lead federal entity for this national commemoration effort, and the funding is intended to help outside organizations deliver public-facing programs that advance the official goals of the anniversary observance. The opportunity was listed under Funding Opportunity Number WHS WWII75 and CFDA 12.599, with an original application closing date of July 31, 2020, and an anticipated total of about five awards.
The program focuses on several core objectives. A major priority is to thank and honor World War II veterans, including those who were prisoners of war or listed as missing in action, and to ensure their service is publicly recognized while survivors are still able to receive that recognition firsthand. Another central goal is public education: proposals are expected to teach the public about World War II and highlight the role and service of the U.S. Armed Forces, while also acknowledging the contributions of federal agencies and the many governmental and nongovernmental organizations that served with or supported the military effort. The opportunity also emphasizes broader national remembrance by encouraging tributes to the sacrifices of Americans on the home front, recognition of the contributions and losses of U.S. Allies during the war, and a clear commitment to Holocaust remembrance, including honoring the Allied troops who liberated Nazi concentration camps.
Projects funded under this announcement are expected to be presented in a dignified manner and to reflect the gravity of war, including sensitivity to loss and suffering. Proposals must include programs or initiatives that advance at least one of the stated objectives, with especially strong encouragement for applications that both honor veterans and educate the public on World War II history while highlighting military service. The government indicated an intent to make multiple awards, selecting applicants whose plans best align with and fulfill the commemoration objectives.
Eligibility in the provided source data is directed to nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status (excluding institutions of higher education), although the narrative description also notes that state and local governments and not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to apply. The listing identifies the opportunity category as an earmark and the funding instrument as a grant, and it notes that the broader commemoration program authorized by Public Law 115-433 concludes on December 31, 2021, establishing the overall timeframe for activities associated with the anniversary observance.Apply for WHS WWII75
- The Department of Defense in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "WWII 75th Celebration" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 12.599.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 03, 2020.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 31, 2020. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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WWII 75th Celebration Grant (WHS WWII75) FAQs
What is the WWII 75th Celebration grant opportunity?
The WWII 75th Celebration grant opportunity is a Department of Defense funding program released through the Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (OASD PA). It supports projects that commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II through public-facing programs that advance the official goals of the national observance.
Which federal office is sponsoring this grant?
The grant was released by the Department of Defense through the Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs (OASD PA).
Why is the Department of Defense involved in this commemoration?
Under Public Law 115-433, the Department of Defense serves as the lead federal entity for the national commemoration effort for the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II.
What is the purpose of the funding?
The funding is intended to help outside organizations deliver public-facing programs that advance the official goals of the WWII 75th anniversary observance.
What are the main program objectives?
The opportunity focuses on objectives that include: honoring and thanking World War II veterans (including former POWs and those listed as MIA), educating the public about World War II and the role/service of the U.S. Armed Forces, acknowledging contributions of federal agencies and other organizations that supported the war effort, honoring sacrifices on the home front, recognizing the contributions and losses of U.S. Allies, and supporting Holocaust remembrance including honoring Allied troops who liberated Nazi concentration camps.
Is honoring World War II veterans a priority?
Yes. A major priority is to thank and honor World War II veterans, including prisoners of war and those missing in action, and to ensure their service is publicly recognized while survivors can still receive that recognition firsthand.
Does the grant support public education about World War II?
Yes. Proposals are expected to teach the public about World War II and highlight the role and service of the U.S. Armed Forces, while also acknowledging other federal and non-federal contributions that supported the military effort.
Are projects expected to recognize groups beyond the U.S. military?
Yes. The program emphasizes acknowledging contributions from federal agencies and many governmental and nongovernmental organizations that served with or supported the military effort, and it encourages recognition of U.S. Allies and their contributions and losses.
Is Holocaust remembrance included in the objectives?
Yes. The opportunity includes a clear commitment to Holocaust remembrance, including honoring Allied troops who liberated Nazi concentration camps.
What tone or presentation style is expected for funded projects?
Projects are expected to be presented in a dignified manner that reflects the gravity of war, including sensitivity to loss and suffering.
Do proposals have to address all objectives to be eligible?
No. Proposals must include programs or initiatives that advance at least one of the stated objectives. However, applications are especially encouraged when they both honor veterans and educate the public about World War II history while highlighting military service.
How many awards were anticipated?
The announcement indicated an anticipated total of about five awards and stated an intent to make multiple awards.
How will applications be selected?
Applicants are expected to be selected based on which plans best align with and fulfill the commemoration objectives described in the opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply based on the provided listing?
The provided source data directs eligibility to nonprofit organizations with IRS 501(c)(3) status, excluding institutions of higher education.
Does the description mention any other entities being encouraged to apply?
Yes. The narrative description also notes that state and local governments and not-for-profit organizations are encouraged to apply, even though the eligibility in the provided source data is directed to 501(c)(3) nonprofits (excluding institutions of higher education).
Are institutions of higher education eligible?
No. The provided source data explicitly excludes institutions of higher education from the eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofit category.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number is WHS WWII75.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is listed under CFDA 12.599.
What type of funding instrument is this?
The funding instrument is a grant.
How is the opportunity categorized?
The listing identifies the opportunity category as an earmark.
When was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date was July 31, 2020.
What is the overall timeframe for activities tied to the commemoration program?
The broader commemoration program authorized by Public Law 115-433 concludes on December 31, 2021, which establishes the overall timeframe for activities associated with the anniversary observance.
What kinds of projects fit this grant based on the stated goals?
Projects that fit include public-facing programs or initiatives that honor World War II veterans, educate the public about World War II and U.S. Armed Forces service, recognize home front sacrifices, acknowledge support roles of agencies and organizations, recognize U.S. Allies, and incorporate Holocaust remembrance consistent with the stated objectives, presented in a dignified and sensitive manner.
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