Norman Y. Mineta Japanese American Confinement Education Grants
This grant funds large educational projects by Japanese American organizations to teach the public about Japanese American confinement during WWII and promote understanding of equal justice under the law.
Funder: National Park Service
Due Dates: June 15, 2026 (Full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $750,000–$2,000,000 per award | Estimated total program funding: $2,000,000 | 2 awards expected | 2:1 federal to non-federal cost share required
Summary: Supports large-scale educational projects led by Japanese American organizations to educate the public about the history and legacy of Japanese American confinement during World War II.
Key Information: Applicants must be U.S.-based private nonprofits meeting strict eligibility as Japanese American organizations; 50% non-federal match required.
Description
This funding opportunity, administered by the National Park Service, provides substantial financial support for impactful educational projects that communicate the historical significance of Japanese American confinement during World War II. The program aims to ensure that present and future generations understand this chapter of U.S. history and the nation’s commitment to equal justice under law. Projects funded under this program should be innovative, sustainable, and designed to reach broad and diverse audiences. Collaborations and projects with multiple complementary components (e.g., curricula, digital media, exhibits) are encouraged.
