Appalachian Forest Grants Program (Major Grants)
Funding Amount
$3,000 - $20,000
Deadline
November 30, 2026
237 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Appalachian Forest Grants Program
Status: Currently closed for 2025 applications. Next cycle opens Fall 2026.
Geographic Scope: 18 counties within the Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area, including Allegany County (MD), Garrett County (MD), Barbour County (WV), Braxton County (WV), Grant County (WV), Greenbrier County (WV), Hampshire County (WV), Hardy County (WV), Mineral County (WV), Morgan County (WV), Nicholas County (WV), Pendleton County (WV), Pocahontas County (WV), Preston County (WV), Randolph County (WV), Tucker County (WV), Upshur County (WV), and Webster County (WV).
Eligible Applicants: Government and non-profit organizations that are AFNHA partners
Focus Areas:
Award Range: $3,000 - $20,000 per project
Funding Source: National Park Service Heritage Partnership Program
Expected Outcomes: Projects are expected to produce matching and leveraged funds in local communities (2024 awards generated $265,000 in additional leveraged funds)
Contact:
Background: AFNHA is a member of the National Heritage Area System and has awarded grants for two years (2023-2024, with 2025 cycle just completed). Past awards supported projects including heritage preservation, trail development, museum enhancements, and indigenous history documentation.
How to Apply
Application Process
Current Status: The 2025 AF Grant Program is no longer accepting applications. Applications will reopen for the 2026 cycle in Fall 2026.
General Requirements (based on past cycles):
Portal Access: Current active grantees may access their grant portal for ongoing administration of funded projects.
For More Information: Check the AF Grants Program page for updates on 2026 application opening and procedures.
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