Grants made under this program are restricted to projects directly related to some aspect of Pennsylvania history. The following functions will not be funded under the program:

1. (1) Capital expenditures.
2. (2) Existing/permanent staff salaries.
3. (3) Activities for which academic credit is given.
4. (4) Activities that have already been completed.
5. (5) Activities that have a religious purpose.
6. (6) Forums, conferences, symposia, lectures, oral histories and exhibitions not available to the general public.
7. (7) Forums, conferences, symposia, lectures, oral histories and exhibitions outside of this Commonwealth.
8. (8) Prizes and awards.
9. (9) Benefit activities.
10. (10) Hospitality expenses, such as receptions, parties and gallery openings.
11. (11) Payment to lobbyists.
12. (12) Printing costs and purchases of equipment over $300—without prior written approval.