Opportunity Information: Apply for P14AS00053
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- The National Park Service in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Demonstration Arts and Cultural Preservation Project" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 15.946 Cultural Resources Management.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 28, 2014 and posted on Mar 28, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by This is a Single Source award to the Sitka Tribe of Alaska. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $75,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $75,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Demonstration Arts and Cultural Preservation Project is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement intended to support Native arts and cultural preservation through live, studio-based demonstrations at a national park or visitor center setting in Sitka, Alaska. The core idea is to provide a consistent venue, materials support, and coordination so Native artists can continue practicing and passing on traditional art forms while engaging directly with the public. The project emphasizes both cultural continuity and visitor education by making artistic practice visible during the busiest summer visitation period.
This notice is not an open call for proposals. It is a public notice that NPS planned to make a single-source award without full and open competition to one partner: the Sitka Tribe of Alaska (STA). The opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00053, categorized as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement instrument. It falls under CFDA 15.946 (Cultural Resources Management) and is framed as “Cultural Preservation of Native Arts and History.” The posted and created date is March 28, 2014, it was archived May 5, 2014, and both the original and current closing language state that it is a single-source award to STA rather than a competitive deadline.
The project’s activities revolve around placing practicing Native artists in park or visitor center studio space to demonstrate and produce traditional and contemporary works. Art forms specifically mentioned include wood carving, metal smithing, beadwork, fiber arts such as weaving, storytelling, and other cultural elements. The intent is to help counter a broader challenge identified in the announcement: while these traditions have been sustained across generations for millennia, modern-day lack of venues and support can threaten their continuation. By hosting working artists on site, the park becomes both a cultural platform and an interpretive setting where visitors can learn directly from artists.
Roles are split clearly between the two partners. STA is responsible for overall project management and implementation: developing a detailed plan, publicly soliciting interest/applications from Native artists who want to participate, selecting participating artists, building and maintaining the demonstration schedule, and monitoring participation to ensure the project’s goals are met. STA’s management structure includes assigning a senior manager with project and budget oversight and hiring a part-time scheduler to manage calendars, track time and attendance, and provide documentation needed for artist payment. In other words, STA runs the day-to-day operational side and ensures the demonstration program is staffed and functioning.
NPS, through the local park unit referenced as SITK (Sitka National Historical Park), provides the venue and the visitor-facing support that makes the demonstrations effective. Park staff work alongside STA to coordinate scheduling so artists are present during peak visitor periods from May through September. SITK also commits to training participating artists on the park, its history, and its mission so that when artists interact with visitors they can speak not only about their art, but also about the park context. SITK designates an interpretive staff member as the primary liaison, responsible for coordination details such as preparing studio space, arranging training, and troubleshooting logistical needs so the program runs smoothly.
From a management and accountability standpoint, the announcement outlines ongoing coordination checkpoints. STA and SITK plan scheduled “check-in” moments throughout the season to review progress, address any emerging issues, and keep the demonstrations aligned with visitor flow and interpretive goals. After the May-through-September operating window, the partners plan a formal review to capture lessons learned, including what worked well and what challenges need to be addressed for future iterations.
Financially, the announcement indicates one expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $75,000, which is also listed as the award ceiling. The award floor is listed as $100, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement. Eligible applicants are federally recognized Native American tribal governments, but in practice this specific funding notice is explicitly limited to a single-source cooperative agreement with the Sitka Tribe of Alaska.
For reference and administration, the program point of contact is Becky Latanich (907-747-0132). For access issues related to the full announcement, the notice lists Tina Spengler, Agreements Officer, NPS Alaska Regional Office (907-644-3303, TinaSpengler@nps.gov). An additional information link is provided through Grants.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Demonstration Arts and Cultural Preservation Project?
The Demonstration Arts and Cultural Preservation Project is a National Park Service (NPS) cooperative agreement intended to support Native arts and cultural preservation through live, studio-based demonstrations at a national park or visitor center setting in Sitka, Alaska. The goal is to provide a consistent venue, materials support, and coordination so Native artists can continue practicing and passing on traditional art forms while engaging directly with the public.
What is the main purpose of this project?
The project is designed to strengthen cultural continuity and increase visitor education by making Native artistic practice visible and accessible during the busiest summer visitation period. It addresses the challenge that modern-day lack of venues and support can threaten the continuation of long-sustained traditions.
Is this an open call for proposals?
No. This notice is not an open call for proposals. It is a public notice that NPS planned to make a single-source award without full and open competition.
Who is the intended award recipient?
The notice states the award is single-source to one partner: the Sitka Tribe of Alaska (STA).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The opportunity is listed under Funding Opportunity Number P14AS00053.
What type of funding instrument is being used?
The notice is categorized as a discretionary award using a cooperative agreement instrument.
What CFDA program is associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity falls under CFDA 15.946 (Cultural Resources Management) and is framed as “Cultural Preservation of Native Arts and History.”
When was the opportunity posted and when was it archived?
The posted and created date is March 28, 2014. It was archived on May 5, 2014.
Does the notice list a competitive application deadline?
No. Both the original and current closing language state that it is a single-source award to the Sitka Tribe of Alaska rather than a competitive deadline.
Where will the demonstrations take place?
The demonstrations are intended to take place in studio space at a national park or visitor center setting in Sitka, Alaska, with the local park unit referenced as SITK (Sitka National Historical Park).
What time of year will the demonstration program run?
The operating window is planned for the peak visitation season from May through September.
What kinds of activities will be supported through this project?
The project’s activities revolve around placing practicing Native artists in park or visitor center studio space to demonstrate and produce traditional and contemporary works while interacting with visitors.
Which art forms are specifically mentioned in the notice?
The notice specifically mentions wood carving, metal smithing, beadwork, fiber arts such as weaving, storytelling, and other cultural elements.
How does the project support cultural preservation?
By hosting working artists on site and coordinating a consistent schedule, the project helps ensure traditional knowledge and practices remain active and visible, creating opportunities for artists to continue practicing and passing on art forms that have been sustained across generations.
How does the project support visitor education?
The park becomes an interpretive setting where visitors can learn directly from artists. Participating artists are trained on the park, its history, and its mission so they can connect their work to the park context during visitor interactions.
What are the Sitka Tribe of Alaska (STA) responsibilities under the agreement?
STA is responsible for overall project management and implementation, including developing a detailed plan, publicly soliciting interest/applications from Native artists, selecting participating artists, building and maintaining the demonstration schedule, and monitoring participation to ensure project goals are met.
How will STA manage scheduling and documentation?
STA’s management structure includes assigning a senior manager with project and budget oversight and hiring a part-time scheduler to manage calendars, track time and attendance, and provide documentation needed for artist payment.
What are the National Park Service (NPS) responsibilities?
NPS, through SITK (Sitka National Historical Park), provides the venue and visitor-facing support that makes the demonstrations effective. Park staff coordinate scheduling with STA so artists are present during peak visitor periods, and the park provides training for participating artists on the park, its history, and its mission.
Who serves as the primary NPS liaison for day-to-day coordination?
SITK designates an interpretive staff member as the primary liaison. This person supports coordination details such as preparing studio space, arranging training, and troubleshooting logistical needs so the program runs smoothly.
How will STA and NPS coordinate during the season?
The notice describes scheduled “check-in” moments throughout the season to review progress, address emerging issues, and keep the demonstrations aligned with visitor flow and interpretive goals.
Is there any end-of-season evaluation or review?
Yes. After the May-through-September operating window, the partners plan a formal review to capture lessons learned, including what worked well and what challenges should be addressed for future iterations.
What is the expected total funding amount?
The announcement indicates one expected award with an estimated total funding amount of $75,000, which is also listed as the award ceiling.
What is the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $75,000. The award floor is listed as $100.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The notice states there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement.
Who is listed as eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are federally recognized Native American tribal governments. However, this specific funding notice is explicitly limited to a single-source cooperative agreement with the Sitka Tribe of Alaska.
Who is the program point of contact?
The program point of contact is Becky Latanich, reachable at 907-747-0132.
Who should be contacted about access issues related to the full announcement?
For access issues related to the full announcement, the notice lists Tina Spengler, Agreements Officer, NPS Alaska Regional Office, at 907-644-3303 or TinaSpengler@nps.gov.
Where can someone find an additional information link?
The notice indicates an additional information link is provided through Grants.gov.
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