NHC Call for PESP5 Heritage Funding Applications is open

The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) an entity of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) is pleased to announce the 2024/25 call for heritage funding applications under the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP).

PESP is a special government initiative with the primary objective of employment creation for women, youth and people with disabilities in the heritage sector following the impact of COVID-19.

PESP5 Funding is earmarked for worthy community heritage projects that aim to create new job opportunities in the following three main categories:

• Living Heritage
• Cultural and Natural Heritage
• Education and Training

Project proposals should focus on the research and documentation of our diverse culture and heritage. The grant funding does not cover infrastructure and Capital Expenditure Projects.

Applications are accessible online using the NHC’s Praxis Grant Management System, which can be accessed from the NHC website - https://nhc.praxisgms.co.za.

Emailed or hand delivered applications will not be accepted.

To apply for PESP Funding, click here: http://nhc.praxisgms.co.za