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773 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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773 grants found

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

Grants to Ohio Libraries and Library Networks for Small-Scale Preservation Projects

Deadline: 08/23/26 Conference Date: 05/19/26

Grants to Ohio public, school, academic, and institutional libraries and library networks and systems for small-scale preservation projects. Applicants must attend an in-person workshop before applying. Funding is intended for projects to conserve items of cultura...

GrantWatch ID#: 228180

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 Maryland Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Capacity Building Projects

Deadline: 07/10/26 LOI Date: 05/29/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for capacity-building activities, including capital projects, data base and technology enhancements, and equipment purchases. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195891

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

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 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 Pennsylvania Nonprofits and Agencies to Improve Historic Downtown Areas

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and municipalities for the revitalization of historic downtown commercial corridors in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects related to facade restoration, streetscape improvements, and revamped landsca...

GrantWatch ID#: 144312

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 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 USA Nonprofits in Multiple States for a Wide Range of Charitable Activities

Deadline: 06/30/26 LOI Date: 05/31/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations in multiple states for a wide range of charitable activities. Applicants must complete the required registration and submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Focus areas include arts and culture, community, housing, social...

GrantWatch ID#: 220883

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

Grants to Michigan Commercial and Mixed-Use Property Owners and Lessees for Facade Improvement...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Michigan commercial and mixed-use property owners and lessees for facade improvements and building preservation in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support permanent exterior upgrades that enhance building appearance, encourage private investme...

GrantWatch ID#: 227698

Grants to Wisconsin Organizations to Promote the Preservation of Mature Trees

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Wisconsin organizations to promote the preservation of mature trees in eligible regions. Eligible organizations align themselves with one of the following areas of interest: research, education, and conservation activities. Funding is intended to educate...

GrantWatch ID#: 228062

Grants to USA Native American Organizations and Oregon Agencies and Charitable Organizations t...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to USA Native American organizations and Oregon local governments and charitable organizations in eligible counties for programs that benefit Native American communities. Funding is intended to expand or bolster existing funding for a variety of community p...

GrantWatch ID#: 145701

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits, Agencies, IHEs, Libraries, and Indian Bands to Operate Museums

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Manitoba nonprofit organizations, government agencies, IHEs, Indian Bands, historical societies, and libraries to operate museums. Funding is intended to support programs that interpret and protect the province’s heritage resources. Eligible museums ar...

GrantWatch ID#: 145824

Grants to USA Individuals, Organizations, and Institutions to Preserve Amateur Video

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to USA individuals, organizations, and institutions to preserve home and amateur film and video and transfer those materials to digital format. The program's vision is to preserve the histories of local culture and make these materials avail...

GrantWatch ID#: 162322

Grants to Manitoba Nonprofits, IHEs, and Government Agencies for Historic Preservation and Int...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Manitoba nonprofit and community organizations, local governments, universities, and First Nations for the identification, interpretation, and preservation of the province’s heritage. Funding is intended for projects within the following categories: Co...

GrantWatch ID#: 170778

Grants and Loans to Utah Political Subdivisions, School Districts, and IHEs for Public Infrast...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants and loans to Utah state agencies, political subdivisions, and postsecondary institutions that have been impacted by mineral resource development on federal property. Applicants are required to submit proposals for review prior to submitting a full applicati...

GrantWatch ID#: 175336

Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Address Community Needs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/15/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible regions. Applicants for large grants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Projects may be in the following areas of focus: education, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 175854

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations, Tribes, First Nations, and Organizations to Address th...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of $4,000 to USA and Canada grassroots groups, tribes, First Nations, and organizations to mitigate the negative impacts of mining. Priority funding is intended for projects that protect ecosystems, the environment, community health, and cultural resources ...

GrantWatch ID#: 178266

Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Projects to Improve the Quality of Life for Local Resi...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for projects to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for creative and collaborative projects in areas such as education, arts and culture, health, conservation, civic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179676

Grants to Indiana Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Benefit Residents in Eligible Loca...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the Foundation before applying. Focus areas include human needs, economic prosperity, historical and c...

GrantWatch ID#: 179891

Grants to Texas Youth Groups in Eligible Regions for Community Beautification and Service Proj...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Texas youth groups in eligible regions for community beautification and service projects. Eligible projects must fall into one of the following categories: environmental education, waste reduction and resource conservation, beautification and community i...

GrantWatch ID#: 179965

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Service Animal Welfare and Environmental Protection Programs

Deadline: 07/01/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to address the welfare of service animals for individuals with disabilities and to promote environmental and wildlife preservation. Applicants must submit an inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The Foundation prefe...

GrantWatch ID#: 180483

Grants to Alaska Artists for Apprenticeships in Native and Traditional Art Forms

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Alaska artists to support apprenticeships with master artists in traditional art forms. Funding is intended to offset the costs of materials, travel expenses, and master artist fees. Priority will be given to apprenticeships in which the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 180847

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects Focused on Local Cultural Heritage

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible locations for projects focused on local cultural heritage. Funding is intended for initiatives that promote heritage and tourism-based economic development. Eligible app...

GrantWatch ID#: 186828

Awards to Illinois Organizations and Individuals to Honor Efforts for Historical Resource Prot...

Deadline: 06/01/26

Awards to Illinois organizations and individuals to honor outstanding work, programs, and projects that promote the protection of historical resources across the state. Qualified award recipients may be recognized for endeavors in the areas of leadership, advocacy...

GrantWatch ID#: 189376