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727 Grants for 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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727 grants found

Grants to Georgia Nonprofits in Eligible Areas for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Georgia nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for community benefit programs. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of arts and culture, health, human services, education, and community development. Successful projects will demo...

GrantWatch ID#: 170674

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Programs that Strengthen Local Communities in Eligible Locat...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs, projects, and initiatives that strengthen communities in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper prior to a full grant proposal. Funding is intended to support activities in a var...

GrantWatch ID#: 171289

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Programs that Improve the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life for residents. Funding is intended to support programs and activities that benefit the community in the areas of arts, education, youth, workforce development, housing, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 176891

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Community Developmen...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for community development projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended to advance economic mobility, strengthen community employment and housing, preserve the local ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177736

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits to Support General Operations and Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $60,000 to Virginia nonprofit organizations for general operating support and community-based programming. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of human services and basic needs, workforce development, environmental protection,...

GrantWatch ID#: 179452

Grants to Arkansas Nonprofits for Heritage Events and Programs to Benefit State Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Arkansas nonprofit and community-based organizations for programs that celebrate the State's cultural heritage. Funding is intended to support projects and activities such as local celebrations, events, exhibitions, festivals, photographi...

GrantWatch ID#: 186363

Grants to North Carolina Organizations in Eligible Areas for Environmental Protection Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to North Carolina organizations in eligible locations for environmental protection projects. Funding is intended to protect natural resources, restore the natural environment, and preserve the landscape. Expenses may include items such as speaker fees, spon...

GrantWatch ID#: 195936

Grants to North Carolina CBOs and Agencies for Conservation Projects Related to Native Plants

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to North Carolina government agencies and community-based organizations for conservation projects involving native plants. Funding is intended to establish new plant gardens, restore and maintain existing natural plant communities, and promo...

GrantWatch ID#: 205029

Grants to Alabama Individuals to Preserve Traditional Arts

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $4,000 to Alabama individuals to preserve traditional arts. Funding is intended to support master artists or apprentices who are teaching the traditional folk arts. This program is designed to preserve and pass on the state's living cultural herita...

GrantWatch ID#: 207421

Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Historical Preservation Projects in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for historic preservation activities. Funding is intended to renovate and upgrade historic buildings and sites that primarily serve as cultural, civic, or economic hubs in the community. Grants may be fo...

GrantWatch ID#: 209732

Grants to Oregon Building Owners in Eligible Areas for Building Improvements

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Oregon building owners in eligible areas for building improvements. Funding is intended to support owners of officially designated historic buildings. Grants will help repair and maintain the structures, while preserving its appearance. Buildings must be...

GrantWatch ID#: 210217

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Historic and Environmental Preservation Projects in Eligible...

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for historic and environmental preservation projects in eligible locations. Interested applicants must contact staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to assist with the implementation of projects wi...

GrantWatch ID#: 215458

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Capital Projects, Renovations, and Purchases

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for capital projects in the focus areas of preservation and conservation, health, mental health, education, and services for underserved and underprivileged populations. Priority is given to capital projects, including buildin...

GrantWatch ID#: 222699

Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit the Local Community in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 09/02/26

Grants of $13,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs that directly help people in need and benefit local communities in eligible regions. The following focus areas will take priority: human and social services, youth development, education and develo...

GrantWatch ID#: 172854

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits, Agencies, and School Districts to Strengthen Communities

Deadline: 09/04/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Michigan nonprofits, government agencies, tribal entities, faith-based organizations, and school districts for activities that strengthen communities in eligible counties. Interested applicants must meet with staff prior to applying. Fun...

GrantWatch ID#: 190661

Grants to South Dakota Organizations for Historic Preservation Projects and Activities

Deadline: 09/05/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to South Dakota organizations for historic preservation and education projects. Funding is intended for projects on topics related to American history, genealogy, preservation of significant historical items, heritage, traditions, instituti...

GrantWatch ID#: 187514

Grants to South Dakota Organizations to Promote American Heritage and History

Deadline: 09/05/26

Grants to South Dakota organizations to promote American heritage and history. Funding is intended to support projects that preserve historically significant items and memorabilia, foster historical interest, encourage patriotic and democratic ideals, promote gene...

GrantWatch ID#: 187515

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Address Local Cultural, Educational, Environmental, and Human...

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations to impact the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to further cultural, educational, environmental, and humanitarian enrichment. Past funding included support to local schools, homeless shelters, pet...

GrantWatch ID#: 142852

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies for Historical Heritage Programs and Events

Deadline: 09/08/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to Ohio nonprofit organizations and public agencies, including libraries and educational institutions, for local, regional, and statewide programs that preserve and share the state's history with the public. Funding is intended for activiti...

GrantWatch ID#: 145266

Grants to Alberta Nonprofit Societies in Eligible Locations for Organizational Expenses

Deadline: 09/09/26

Grants to Alberta registered nonprofit societies in eligible locations for organizational expenses. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. Funding is intended to support the operations of archives, museums, and other organizati...

GrantWatch ID#: 216808

Grants to Connecticut Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit Local Residents in Eli...

Deadline: 09/10/26

Grants to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and municipalities to benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must complete the required registration prior to applying. Funding is intended for programs within the focus area of social services, health and...

GrantWatch ID#: 176754

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Natural Resources Conservation and Management

Deadline: 09/11/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for natural resources conservation and management. Applicants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to support initiatives to protect the enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 180156

Grants to Michigan Nonprofits to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 09/14/26

Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations, schools, and agencies for activities to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include health, the environment, education, arts, recreation, human services, animal welfare, supporting disabl...

GrantWatch ID#: 210134

Grants to Nebraska Charitable Organizations for Projects that Benefit Community Life in Eligib...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Nebraska charitable organizations for projects that benefit community life in eligible areas. Funding may be used for activities in the areas of education, historical preservation, community development, the fine arts, and health care. Applicants can be ...

GrantWatch ID#: 149168

Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Wisconsin nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. Areas of focus include children and youth, community development, the arts, community wellness, health, education, senior programs, and histori...

GrantWatch ID#: 159695

Grants to Minnesota Arts Nonprofits and Arts Affiliates in Eligible Counties for Unrestricted ...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Minnesota arts nonprofit organizations and arts affiliates of educational institutions in eligible counties for unrestricted operational support. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding may be used for capit...

GrantWatch ID#: 166470

Grants to Utah Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs to Preserve Historical Documents and Records

Deadline: 10/15/26 LOI Date: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Utah nonprofit organizations, government agencies, libraries, museums, archives, and IHEs for historic preservation projects. Applicants are required to submit certain documentation prior to submitting a proposal. Funding is intended for ...

GrantWatch ID#: 177371

Grants to New York City Nonprofits for Programs to Enhance the Quality of Life for Residents

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to New York City nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of human services, the environment, and the arts. Applicants may request general operating support, program su...

GrantWatch ID#: 178064

Grants to Michigan Organizations and Programs to Improve Local Communities

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Michigan organizations and programs that improve the quality of life and address the critical needs of residents in eligible regions. Funding areas include family well-being, education, preserving natural resources, reducing poverty, art...

GrantWatch ID#: 179006

Grants to Florida and Delaware Nonprofits, Agencies, School Districts, and Libraries for Chari...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Florida and Delaware nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, public libraries, and religious institutions for a broad range of charitable programs and projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for proposals that align with...

GrantWatch ID#: 179087

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Professional Activities to Preserve Art

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/15/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for professional activities to preserve art. Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs that support the professional practice of art conservat...

GrantWatch ID#: 179284

Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits for Education, Environment, and Animal Welfare

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to support projects in the areas of PreK-12 education, water resources, and the welfare of companion animals in eligible locations. A letter of intent must be submitted for applicants seeking funding for other projects i...

GrantWatch ID#: 179610

Grants to Vermont Nonprofits for Initiatives to Enhance the Lives of Rural Residents

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Vermont nonprofit organizations for initiatives to enhance the lives of rural residents. Funding is intended to support food security and cultivation, economic development, community arts and heritage, and wellness. Priority is given to local organizatio...

GrantWatch ID#: 180390

Grants to Texas Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies for Operating Support and Services in Eligib...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities for projects and programs that benefit vulnerable residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for activities and services that are performed in the foundation's seve...

GrantWatch ID#: 181577

Fellowships and Grants to USA Artists and Nonprofits in Multiple States for Activities Related...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of up to $10,000 to USA individual artists and practitioners in multiple states and grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for activities related to folk art and tradition. Funding is intended to support and perpetuat...

GrantWatch ID#: 182867

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs that Enhance the Quality of Life in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of animal welfare, agriculture, conservat...

GrantWatch ID#: 201149

Grants to Colorado Black-Led Nonprofits to Promote Social and Racial Justice

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to Colorado Black-led nonprofit organizations serving Black populations for programs and projects to promote economic development, improve health outcomes, encourage social justice, and preserve Black culture and history. Funding is intended for general ope...

GrantWatch ID#: 205438

In-Kind Services to USA Artists Living with HIV to Digitize Eligible Audiovisual Materials

Deadline: 09/15/26

In-kind services to USA artists living with HIV to digitize eligible audiovisual materials. Grantees will have the opportunity to have analog video art, exhibitions, documentation of artwork, interviews, and performances digitized. Submissions on behalf of eligibl...

GrantWatch ID#: 218489

Grants to New Mexico Nonprofits and For-Profits for Tourism

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants to New Mexico tourism-related organizations and businesses to promote tourism in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support advertising, publicity, and promoting tourist-related attractions, facilities, and events. Eligible projects and activities m...

GrantWatch ID#: 218895

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Cultural Organizations, Museums, Archives, and Librar...

Deadline: 09/15/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to USA, Canada, and International cultural organizations, museums, archives, historic houses, and libraries for activities to advance awareness of collections conservation. Funding is intended for programs and projects that assist underresou...

GrantWatch ID#: 223404

Grants to Ohio Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Residents

Deadline: 09/16/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of youth education and recreation, arts and culture, social services...

GrantWatch ID#: 130409

Grants to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribal Governments, and IHEs for the Translation and Prepa...

Deadline: 09/16/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribal governments, and IHEs for the translation and preparation of humanities texts. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Applications are encouraged for...

GrantWatch ID#: 151063

Awards to USA and Canada IHE Students for Ocean Solutions

Deadline: 09/16/26

Awards to USA and Canada students at IHEs for presenting solutions to the human consumption of oceanic resources. The purpose of the initiative is to generate ideas about how marine resources can continue to be used without becoming depleted. The goal of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 205582

Grants to Washington Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Water Quality Projects

Deadline: 09/17/26

Grants of up to $40,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations, governmental and tribal entities, and IHEs for projects related to water quality in eligible regions. Projects addressing equity and having strong involvement and participation of the community are esp...

GrantWatch ID#: 179821

Grants to Illinois Nonprofits to Promote Healthy and Sustainable Communities in Eligible Locat...

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 09/18/26

Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations to promote healthy and sustainable communities in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and operations the promot...

GrantWatch ID#: 180276

Grants to Virginia Nonprofits for Initiatives to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 09/21/26

Grants to Virginia nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of STEM education, community development, sustainability and environment, cultural heritage pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 223042

Grants to Washington Nonprofits for the Preservation of Historical Collections

Deadline: 09/23/26

Grants of up to $8,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to preserve historical materials collections. Funding is intended to help librarians, historians, and archivists protect and preserve archival records, cultural materials, and artifac...

GrantWatch ID#: 172413

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations, local government agencies, and schools to benefit residents in eligible communities. Certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to support projects and activities in the focus...

GrantWatch ID#: 162993

Grants to Oregon and Washington Nonprofits for General Operational Support and Projects to Ben...

Deadline: 11/04/26 LOI Date: 09/25/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Oregon and Washington nonprofit organizations for general operational support and projects to benefit local communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for programs ...

GrantWatch ID#: 202461

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Activities that Advance Education, Preservation, and Wellness

Deadline: 09/25/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a variety of charitable initiatives in the focus areas of wellness, education, and preservation. For 2026, eligible proposals will be in the subfocus ...

GrantWatch ID#: 208315