Oral History Project
We are seeking funding to support our Oral History Project, which aims to record, preserve, and share firsthand accounts from local community elders and leaders.
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This project will capture unique personal stories that are not always represented in traditional archives. Funding will directly support recording equipment, transcription services, travel expenses, research support, and the creation of a public digital archive.
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Your investment will ensure that these important voices are preserved for future generations, providing students, researchers, and the public with access to rich historical materials that deepen our collective understanding of our communities.
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We are excited to partner with organizations and donors who share our commitment to preserving living history and making it accessible to all.​
Digital History Research Lab
We are seeking funding to establish and expand a Digital History Research Lab, dedicated to using technology to explore, preserve, and present historical narratives in innovative ways.
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Funding will support essential needs such as digitization equipment, software for data analysis and mapping, research fellowships, and public access initiatives. Our lab will enable historians, students, and community members to engage with history through digital archives, interactive exhibits, virtual reality
reconstructions, and online storytelling platforms.
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Your support will empower new generations of scholars and citizens to connect with history in dynamic, accessible ways, ensuring that the past is preserved and reimagined for the future.​
History Internships
We are seeking funding to support History Internships designed to provide students with hands-on experience in the field of history. These internships will offer opportunities to work in museums, archives, historical sites, and research projects, providing valuable professional development and academic growth.
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Funding will be used to cover intern stipends, training, mentorship, and project costs. By supporting these internships, you’ll help equip the next generation of historians, curators, and educators with essential skills and real-world experience.
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Your contribution will create opportunities for young people to actively contribute to preserving and interpreting history.​
History Camp
We are seeking funding to support our History Camp, a unique educational experience designed to engage young people in the exploration of history through hands-on activities, field trips, and interactive learning.
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Funding will be used for scholarships, educational materials, transportation, and camp staff to provide a comprehensive and enriching program. By supporting this camp, you will help inspire the next generation of historians and deepen their understanding of the past.
Your contribution will ensure that every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to experience the richness of history in a fun and educational setting.
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Thank you for considering a partnership with us in this important educational endeavor.​
Thank you for considering an investment in these exciting projects!
We are reaching out to you as a potential sponsor and a contributor to our community history initiatives and preserving our shared stories. These initiatives aim to document and celebrate the voices, experiences and contributions of our communities.
Your support will ensure these voices are preserved for future generations.
Thank you in advance!
To make a contribution please email us:
Patricia Diggs
Co-Executive Director
patriciadiggsmedia@gmail.com
Kitonga Alexander PhD
Co-Executive Director
kta@uwm.edu