Oral History Grants
Oral History Grants
Twice per year, the Kentucky Oral History Commission grant programs offer monetary grants to assist oral historians with oral history research projects on topics of particular significance to Kentucky. Additionally, the KOHC offers Technical Assistance grants year-round to provide applicants with equipment and training. These grants encourage statewide participation in collecting and preserving historically valuable interviews. Monetary grant application deadlines for FY2027 are October 4, 2026, and March 14, 2027. Technical Assistance grants are on a rolling deadline
All projects must comply with the Oral History Association’s Principles and Best Standards. For a list of recent grant recipients, click here.
Project Grant
Project grants support the creation of Kentucky oral history research projects.
Click here to access the Project Grant Guidelines.
Transcription and Indexing Grant
Transcription and indexing grants support the transcription or indexing of existing oral history interviews located in Kentucky repositories.
Click here to access the Transcription and Indexing Grant Guidelines.
Presentation Grant
Presentation grants support the use of existing oral history collections in a variety of media, including traditional exhibits, online exhibits, film, print publications, radio, and podcasts.
Click here to access the Presentation Grant Guidelines.
Technical Assistance Grant
Technical assistance grants provide audio recording equipment, recording media, and applicant training for local and community oral history projects by individuals or organizations.
Click here to access the Technical Assistance Grant Guidelines.