Oral History Australia (OHA) offers three awards to recognise and encourage achievement in the field of oral history. Each of the three awards are timed to coincide with the OHA Biennial Conference.

• Hazel de Berg Award

• OHA Book Award

• OHA Media Award

Visit the OHA site for more info.

The RAHS administers NSW Government grant programs that assist with the research and publication of local and specialist history:

• Create NSW Cultural Grants Program – available to incorporated groups.

• Transport Heritage Grants Program – open to: Individuals who are members of Transport Heritage NSW; Incorporated groups that are not-for-profit or charitable institutions established with transport heritage and/or NSW history or heritage as one of their objectives and purpose.

The Library offers a number of prestigious and competitive fellowships to support the study, writing and teaching of Australian history and culture.

The NLA’s Fellowship and Scholarship programs offers opportunities for researchers, writers, artists, and PhD candidates to engage with the NLA’s collections. These programs aim to stimulate scholarly, literary, and artistic endeavours while fostering community engagement.

The Australian Historical Association administers a program of annual and biennual prizes and awards - more details here.

The NSW Heritage Grants Program helps owners, custodians, managers, and communities to recognise, value and care for heritage.
Visit the website for more information and to be notified about the next round of heritage grants.

Small grants to support volunteer groups and organisations improve their skills in areas of museum practice:

• Leg Up Grants (up to $500)

• Skills Development Grants for regional or state focused skill development training for a broad range of projects.

• Project Development Grants for strategic and innovative projects with mid to long term outcomes ($2,500 – $7,500).