727 Grants for Historical Preservation

Discover grants for historical preservation and cultural heritage conservation. Funding supports the restoration, maintenance, and protection of historic buildings, landmarks, monuments, preservation of artefacts and archives, as well as projects that promote historical awareness and history-focused educational programs.

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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Government Units to Enhance the Quality of Life for Lo...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and public governmental units to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the focus areas of human relations, human services, educati...

GrantWatch ID#: 163126
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Grants to Oregon and California Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Wildlife Conservation

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to Oregon and California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, special districts, tribes, and educational institutions for activities to protect forests and restore watersheds in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that advance...

GrantWatch ID#: 165319
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Grants to Oregon Landowners, Agencies, and Conservation Organizations for Projects that Protec...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to Oregon landowners, landowner groups, government agencies, and conservation organizations to support environmental projects and improve access to hunting areas. Interested applicants are required to contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is inte...

GrantWatch ID#: 180880
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Grants to Delaware Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Improve the Crop Industry

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Delaware government agencies, nonprofit organizations, IHEs, producer organizations, and individual producers for projects to improve the specialty crop industry. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior...

GrantWatch ID#: 181028
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Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts and History Capital Projects

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies for capital projects that increase accessibility to arts and history facilities. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. Funding may be used for the...

GrantWatch ID#: 198386
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Grants to California Agencies, IHEs, For-Profits, and Nonprofits for Projects to Monitor Fores...

Deadline: 05/18/26

Grants to California government agencies, IHEs, special purpose districts, tribes, for-profit organizations, nonprofit organizations, and private landowners for projects to monitor the efficacy of various natural resource protection steps. Applicants are advised t...

GrantWatch ID#: 205187
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and Educational Institutions in Multiple States to...

Deadline: 05/19/26

Grants to Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, and Vermont nonprofit organizations, agencies, Tribal entities, and educational institutions to restore and preserve natural resources in eligible areas. Project categories include education and public...

GrantWatch ID#: 142753
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Grants to Illinois Local Agencies, Nonprofits, and IHEs for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Illinois local governmental agencies, school districts, park districts, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions of higher education for environmental projects in eligible areas. Applicants must pre-qualify before applying. Funding is intended to...

GrantWatch ID#: 167268
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Grants to Canada Indigenous Nonprofits, Artists, and For-Profits for Production and Transmissi...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Canada Indigenous nonprofit and for-profit organizations, artists, and cultural carriers to support the production, presentation, and transmission of Indigenous art and culture. Funding is intended for projects that include, but are not limited to, the c...

GrantWatch ID#: 177877
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Grants to Washington Nonprofits, For-Profits, Schools, and Individuals for Environmental Stewa...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to Washington nonprofit and for-profit organizations, schools, individuals, and teachers for environmental stewardship projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for initiatives that help to improve environmental literacy and enhance habitat and wa...

GrantWatch ID#: 201637
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Grants to California Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, and Private Entities to Strengthen the Wood P...

Deadline: 05/20/26

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, tribes, businesses, and other private entities for activities to preserve local forests. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of research and development, forest-related work...

GrantWatch ID#: 203351
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Grants to California Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Local Community in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 05/21/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit the local community in eligible areas. Preference will be given to projects in the areas of environmental conservation, arts and culture, historic preservation, and animal prot...

GrantWatch ID#: 163541
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Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Capital Projects, New Programs, and Operating Support

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding may be requested for capital projects, new programs, or operating support. Priority is given to applications that address the focus areas of arts and cultu...

GrantWatch ID#: 156027
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Grants to USA Tribes in Multiple States to Administer Environmental Protection Programs

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to USA Indian tribal governments and intertribal consortia in multiple states to develop and implement tribal hazardous and solid waste programs. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended...

GrantWatch ID#: 176835
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Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits and Agencies to Preserve Cultural Heritage Resources

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Minnesota libraries, museums, historical societies, archives, and other nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies for the preservation of cultural heritage resources. This program will cover the cost of digitizing qualifying materials. Proposals ...

GrantWatch ID#: 181019
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Grants to Tennessee Private Landowners to Protect and Preserve Their Land

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Tennessee private landowners to protect and preserve their land. Funding is intended to prevent privately-owned forestlands from being converted to non-forest uses. Eligible projects are expected to include a forest management plan. Through the implement...

GrantWatch ID#: 209071
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Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Community Development Projects in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies for community development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide variety of projects including historic preservation, transportation, workforce development, parks and recrea...

GrantWatch ID#: 227757
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Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Preserve Historically Significant Rail Operations

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations for projects to preserve historically significant rail operations throughout the state. Funding is intended for capital projects to rehabilitate and/or repair rail infrastructure, including rail buildings, yards, bridges,...

GrantWatch ID#: 228733
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Grants to Arizona Master Artists and Apprentices to Promote Traditional Art Forms

Deadline: 05/23/26

Grants to Arizona established and emerging artists to promote the preservation and maintenance of cultural practices. Funding is intended for experienced artists and experts in cultural traditions to train apprentices in traditional and folk art forms. Grants can ...

GrantWatch ID#: 171112

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD Social Sciences and Humanities Scholars Affiliate...

Deadline: 05/27/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD social sciences and humanities scholars affiliated with universities for research projects related to shrinking and abandoned cities around the world. Eligible expenses include a stipend, child support, travel, equipme...

GrantWatch ID#: 225803

Grants to Saskatchewan Organizations in Eligible Regions for Commemorative Programs

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Saskatchewan organizations in eligible locations for community programs and events. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for initiatives and activities that honor prominent people ...

GrantWatch ID#: 148298

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Agencies and Groups to Protect Local Wetlands

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico agencies and groups for conservation initiatives to protect wetlands. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Eligible types of projects include restoration, infrastructure developme...

GrantWatch ID#: 202142

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD Scholars, Universities, and Research Institutes f...

Deadline: 05/28/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International PhD scholars, universities, and research institutes to pursue research projects related to the historical humanities. Funding is intended for a wide range of research fields, including history, archaeology, art history, his...

GrantWatch ID#: 225798

Grants to Virginia Historic Sites and Museums to Increase Tourism

Deadline: 05/28/26 Conference Date: 05/18/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Virginia historic sites and museums for marketing to attract visitors to celebrate VA250. Applicants are required to form partnerships, and regional projects will be given preference over projects that are smaller in scope. Funding is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 229141

Grants to Oregon Organizations for the Preservation of Fish Habitats

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Oregon organizations for projects that protect and restore the habitats of endangered or threatened fish in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects that include engineering, project design, permitting, materials and sup...

GrantWatch ID#: 138037
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Grants to British Columbia Indigenous Youth Groups and Organizations for Cultural Programs

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to British Columbia youth groups for cultural programs and projects. Funding is intended to support First Nations youth groups for activities that emphasize identity and strengthen community. Funding may be used to support entrepreneurial, c...

GrantWatch ID#: 164176

Grants to Rhode Island Agencies and Organizations to Improve Public Spaces

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Rhode Island municipal agencies and economic development organizations for the improvement of commercial districts. Funding is intended to support projects that enhance the streetscape in business areas. Grants are available in two categories: physical i...

GrantWatch ID#: 166814

Grants to Minnesota Local and Tribal Governments to Rehabilitate Commercial Sites

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Minnesota local and tribal units of government to improve industrial premises and commercial buildings in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to upgrade and transform sites into usable commercial locations that contribute to the econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 184229

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and IHEs for Projects that Improve Wate...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal entities, and academic institutions for projects that restore waters impaired by pollution and improve water quality in eligible regions. Funding is intended for restoration activities, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185408

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits, Agencies, and Corporations for Fur-Bearing Mammals Management

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, governmental entities, corporations, and educational institutions for projects to manage the fur-bearing mammal population throughout the state. Funding is intended to support scientific research, educational and trainin...

GrantWatch ID#: 194835

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Activities to Prote...

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for activities to protect the environment in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects that preserve natural scenic areas, watersheds, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202365
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Grants to British Columbia First Nations Groups and Entities to Preserve Native Languages

Deadline: 05/29/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to British Columbia First Nations Language groups and community organizations for programs that support the preservation of native languages. Funding may be used for gatherings, initiatives, and small projects. The purpose of the program is ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209142

Grants to Iowa Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants to Iowa nonprofit organizations and government agencies for projects that impact the economic vitality or quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to benefit local communities through public, educational, civic, religious, patriotic, and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 181442

Awards to Alabama Individuals, Businesses, and Organizations to Recognize Accomplishments in P...

Deadline: 05/30/26

Awards to Alabama individuals, businesses, and organizations to recognize outstanding accomplishments in protecting environmental resources throughout the state. This award program is intended to increase community understanding about the importance of environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 183462

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits, Agencies, Businesses, and Individuals for the Preservation of B...

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, businesses, and individuals to preserve resources related to Black history. Funding is intended to safeguard, maintain, and preserve architectural and cultural resources. The purpose of the program i...

GrantWatch ID#: 190961

Grants to Ontario Registered Charities to Conserve and Restore Natural Resources

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants to Ontario registered charities for activities to conserve and restore natural resources. Funding is intended to support projects that promote conservation education, research, the improvement of natural habitats, and the protection of animals throughout th...

GrantWatch ID#: 195042

Grants to Louisiana Property and Business Owners for Building Enhancement Projects

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana property and business owners for building enhancement projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects to rehabilitate commercial buildings in order to enhance visual impact, encourage private investment, and pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 228176

Grants to Pennsylvania For-Profits, Agencies, IHEs, and Nonprofits for the Development of Outd...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania for-profits, government agencies, IHEs, and watershed and nonprofit organizations for projects to enhance outdoor spaces, leisure areas, and pathways throughout the state. Funding is intended for the development and rehabilitation of parks, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 142696

Grants to Pennsylvania Agencies, IHEs, Businesses, and Organizations for Projects to Protect a...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania government agencies, IHEs, businesses, and organizations for watershed preservation activities. Funding is intended to support projects to protect and restore watersheds within the state. The purpose of the program is to restore, and maintai...

GrantWatch ID#: 142708

Grants to USA Organizations for Projects in the Areas of Community, Environment, and Populat...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to USA organizations for projects in the areas of community and population growth. New applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry. Environmental projects are also supported in eligible regions of Pennsylvania. Eligible projects will improve the local qualit...

GrantWatch ID#: 163910

Grants to Louisiana Entities to Advance Historic Preservation Efforts

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $80,000 to Louisiana organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to advance preservation efforts locally and statewide. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of educational and public outreach, and the expansion o...

GrantWatch ID#: 169381

Grants to Utah Small Business Owners for Building Upgrades and Blight Elimination

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Utah small business owners in eligible regions to renovate the exterior of commercial buildings and eliminate blight. Funding is intended to enhance local commercial areas, support local businesses, and benefit nearby communities. Upgrad...

GrantWatch ID#: 182265

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Researchers for Wildlife Protection Pr...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and individual researchers for wildlife and plant protection initiatives. Priority will be given to species facing a high risk of extinction, especially endangered and critically end...

GrantWatch ID#: 186060

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Support Botany-Related Studies

Deadline: 05/31/26

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International individual artists, researchers, scholars, conservation practitioners, scientists, and writers for studies related to gardens, plants, and landscapes. Funding is intended to support project creation alongside other res...

GrantWatch ID#: 196920

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits for Environmental Preservation Projects

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for environmental sustainability projects. Funding is intended for programs and activities that promote conservation, clean air, and green spaces. All programs must take place in the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 203248

Grants to Nova Scotia Owners of Heritage Properties for Preservation Activities

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Nova Scotia owners of heritage properties in eligible regions for preservation activities. Funding is intended for projects on building exteriors, including roof work, window repairs, and painting. Eligible applicants are municipally-registered heritage ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214960

Grants to New York Cultural Institutions for Supplies to Manage Cultural and Historical Collec...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $650 to New York cultural institutions, including museums and historical organizations, for supplies and shipping expenses to manage collections. Funding is intended to assist small-sized cultural institutions in preserving and managing their colle...

GrantWatch ID#: 219490

Grants to New York Cultural Institutions for Consulting Services to Improve Collections Manage...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to New York cultural institutions, including museums and historical organizations, for consultant fees. Funding is intended to assist small organizations in improving the stewardship and management of their cultural collections. Eligible top...

GrantWatch ID#: 219491

Grants to Massachusetts Schools and Groups for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Massachusetts schools, groups, and educational institutions for environmental projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to enhance the conservation, stewardship, scientific knowledge, public awareness, and preservation of green open spaces and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 222578

Grants to Washington Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Washington business and property owners for neighborhood development projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enhance the appearance and functionality of business entran...

GrantWatch ID#: 225977