RRVM Receives Humanities Texas Relief Grant

The Red River Valley Museum in Vernon is the recipient of a Humanities Texas Relief Grant.

We will be using these funds to help us remain operational during this unique time. While visitor count has been low this grant has helped to supplement our staff salaries as they are still hard at work behind the scenes. This grant will also be used to improve our digital presence so we can continue to reach the community in new and creative ways! We hope to create a virtual tour available for schools to utilize during lessons when they are unable to visit us in person.

This summer, Humanities Texas awarded over $1.1 million to 198 Texas nonprofits that suffered losses as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Recipients include museums, libraries, preservation organizations and heritage and cultural centers, among many others.

These organizations offer historical and cultural programs that have significant impact within their communities. Humanities Texas aims to help these organizations remain vital in this difficult time.

"We are fortunate to have the opportunity to provide critical support to so many organizations across the state," said Humanities Texas Executive Director Eric Lupfer. "Looking ahead, we will continue to seek ways to assist Texas cultural and educational institutions in surviving this crisis."

Funding for these grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic stabilization plan.

Humanities Texas, based in Austin, Texas, is the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Its mission is to advance education through programs that improve the quality of classroom teaching, support libraries and museums and create opportunities for lifelong learning for all Texans.