Preserve St. Mary’s County History with $10,000 Grant
LEONARDTOWN, Md. — The Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting historic sites in St. Mary’s County, recently received a $10,000 grant from Maryland Humanities through the Hatza Memorial SHINE (Strengthening the Humanities Investment in Nonprofits for Equity) Grant Program. Dale Springer, President of the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Lighthouse Museums, expressed gratitude for the grant, emphasizing its significance in furthering their mission of preserving local history and providing educational programming in St. Mary’s County.
Supporting Local History and Culture
The grant will play a vital role in sustaining the operations of the organization, encompassing essential needs such as salaries, utilities, equipment, and programs. With the flexibility offered by the SHINE Grant, nonprofits like the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums can allocate resources strategically to ensure the longevity of their initiatives. Working in collaboration with the St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, the organization is dedicated to overseeing historic sites, organizing community engagement activities, and conserving significant landmarks for future generations.
About the SHINE Grant Program
Administered by Maryland Humanities and supported by the Maryland Historical Trust, the SHINE Grant Program serves as a cornerstone in advancing equity and accessibility to the humanities. It extends financial assistance to museums, historic sites, preservation societies, and community organizations for general operating expenses, thereby bolstering organizational stability and development. The Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums stands among a diverse cohort of SHINE Grant recipients committed to safeguarding Maryland’s cultural heritage.
Enhancing Cultural Preservation
As we celebrate the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums’ achievement in securing the SHINE Grant, it is a reminder of the collective responsibility we share in preserving our local history and culture. By supporting initiatives like this grant program, we actively contribute to the enrichment of our communities and the conservation of our heritage for generations to come. Let us continue to champion the invaluable work of organizations dedicated to upholding the stories and traditions that shape our identity. Together, we can ensure that the tapestry of our history remains vibrant and enduring.
