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Deadline

April 30, 2026

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Grant Type

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Overview

Al Mérito Award

Funder: Arizona Historical Society

Geographic Scope: Arizona

Purpose: Annual award recognizing individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions to preserving and promoting Arizona history. The highest honor of the Arizona Historical Society.

    Award Details

  • Named after: Nineteenth-century Mexican government award for meritorious service to the Republic
  • Meaning: "Al mérito" literally translates to "for merit"
  • Established: 1973 (50+ years of recognition)
  • Focus: Acknowledges meritorious service for those who preserve and celebrate Arizona history

    Eligibility

  • Open to: Individuals and organizations
  • Criteria: Outstanding contributions to preserving Arizona's history and service as role models

    Selection Process

  • Review of all nominations
  • AHS Board of Directors selects deserving recipients annually
  • Award announced annually

Contact

Email nominations to: [email protected]

Background

Established in 1973 by the Arizona Historical Society to recognize those who have significantly contributed to preserving and promoting Arizona history.

How to Apply

Application Process

Nomination Deadline: April 30, 2026

How to Nominate:
1. Complete the Al Mérito Award nomination form
2. Email completed form to: [email protected]
3. Requirement: Typed submissions only

Required Information:
Specific form fields not detailed in provided content, but form is available on the Al Mérito Awards page.

Selection Timeline:

  • Nominations due April 30

  • AHS Board of Directors reviews and selects recipients

  • Awards announced (typically in subsequent months)
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    history

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