Department of State Grants and Volunteer Information

Every year, the Department of State provides dozens of grants to nurture and strengthen New Jersey's rich cultural and arts heritage. Historians, educators, artists, performers, and many others use our grant funding to further their research, share their creativity, or host performances throughout the state.

This page provides you with access to general information on each of our grant offerings. Use these guidelines to apply for grants and learn more about the projects we support.

Overview of Grants offered through the Department of State

New Jersey Cultural Trust
Capital Historic Preservation

New Jersey Historical Commission
General Operating Grants, Project Grants, Mini Grants, and Prizes

New Jersey State Council on the Arts
Programs for Organizations, Artists, Arts Education and Community Arts

Office of Travel and Tourism
Cooperative Marketing Grant and Destination Marketing Organization Grants

Office of Faith Based Initiatives
Direct Services Grant and Social Entrepreneurial Planning Grant

NJ Commission on National and Community Service
AmeriCorps Competitive Grants

The Center for Hispanic Policy
Grant Opportunities

Overview of all Volunteer Opportunities through the Department of State

Volunteerism and Service Directory
The Governor's Office of Volunteerism has produced the "Volunteerism and National Service - New Jersey Program Directory. It is a listing of the various volunteer centers, Americorps, Learn & Serve, Vista and Senior Corps programs in New Jersey. The directory can be downloaded here

Governor’s Office of Volunteerism

New Jersey Commission on National & Community Service

AmeriCorps

SeniorCorps - Foster Grandparent Program & Senior Companion Program are a part of SeniorCorps

The Center for Hispanic Policy - Hispanic Interns in Community Service Program

NJ State Museum - Museum Educators, Exhibit Docents, Gallery Volunteers and Internships available