The deadline for applying for a WSGS Innovative Grant has been extended to May 1, 2016.

The grants, up to $100, are designed to support the inventive and creative efforts of WSGS-member societies and organizations. The awards do not have to be repaid — they’re FREE MONEY to support worthy projects. Up to five grants will be awarded in 2016.

Last year’s grant awards were made to:

• Chelan Valley GS for the purchase of a computer at the local library for the exclusive use of accessing Ancestry.com and FamilySearch.org.
• Northeast Washington GS for the removal of diseased trees at a local pioneer cemetery.
• Skagit Valley GS for the purchase of a new computer for society presentations and transcription of documents at the regional archives.
• Tri-City GS for promotion monies to support the society’s “Archives Records Contest” and augmentation of the prize pool.
• Wenatchee Area GS for the purchase of specialized software to manage the society’s extensive genealogical holdings.

The simple application is only ONE page and is available here. Additional guidance on the program is here.

For more information, contact Roxanne Lowe, WSGS Recognition Chair.