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02/12/2026 | Press release | Archived content
North Dakota spreads wealth to help communities celebrate America’s 250th birthday
Events, concerts, community initiatives and educational opportunities will headline a year of celebration in North Dakota for the 250th birthday of the United States.
The ND250 Commission has awarded about $142,000 through two rounds of its Community Initiatives Grant program for events and projects around the state, said Melissa Klocke-Joyce, program coordinator. The programs and events will tell the story of North Dakota's role in the country's early history, she said.
"It gives communities an opportunity to get creative," Klocke-Joyce said.
The ND250 Commission made awards to 15 initiatives on Wednesday, in addition to five grants awarded in November. About $32,000 remains for the final round of grants, with applications accepted through April 1.
Bill Peterson, director of the State Historical Society of North Dakota chair of the ND250 Commission, said the grants represent more than funding.
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