Lumber Heritage Region Mini-Grant Program

Geographic Scope: 15-county region in North West and North Central Pennsylvania (Allegheny, Bradford, Cambria, Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Columbia, Elk, Forest, Indiana, Jefferson, Lycoming, McKean, Potter, Sullivan, Tioga, Warren, Wyoming counties)

Mission: The Lumber Heritage Region is dedicated to preserving the rich history of Pennsylvania's lumber industry while promoting sustainable tourism and economic growth.

Funding Details

• Award Amount: Up to $5,000 per grant
• Total Funding Available: $300,000 through DCNR Community Conservation and Partnerships Program (C2P2)

Eligible Project Categories

The mini-grant program supports projects aligned with LHR's mission of education, preservation, and community engagement, including:

• Outreach & Education: Educational programs, workshops, community events
• Heritage Preservation: Interpretive panels, signage, historical documentation
• Tourism Promotion: Brochures, marketing materials, visitor experience enhancement
• Trail Development & Maintenance: Hiking/biking trails, wayfinding signage
• Outdoor Recreation: Parks, pavilions, recreational facilities
• Community Engagement: Events, festivals, public programs

Eligibility

• Eligible Applicants: Registered non-profit organizations, public entities (counties, municipalities, municipal agencies), historical societies, recreation committees, tourism bureaus
• Project Focus: Must align with lumber heritage preservation, education, tourism promotion, or outdoor recreation within the 15-county region

Recent Mini-Grant Awards

Examples of funded projects include:

• CCOYA Outdoor Classroom (Cameron County): $5,000 toward 30' x 60' log pavilion with 12 picnic tables
• Lycoming County Visitors Bureau: $5,000 for four brochures (Millionaire's Row Walking Guide, Ghost Tour, Bases Loaded Map, Antiquing Brochure)
• Castanea Township Heritage of the Chestnut Tree (Clinton County): Interpretive panel
• Clinton County Bald Eagle Valley Trail Wayfinding Sign
• Redbank Valley Trails Andrews Lumber Co. Interpretive Panel (Cambria County)
• Allegheny Hardwoods Utilization Group: Interpretive panels
• Cameron County Recreation: Dark Sky Programming
• Centre County Historical Society: Passport Program and Interpretive Panels
• DuBois Historical Society: Interpretive Panel
• McKean County Historical Society: Fire Tower Restoration
• Muncy Historical Society: Interpretive Panels

Contact Information

• Address: PO Box 154, Curwensville, PA 16833
• Physical Address: 20 East 5th Street, Emporium, PA 15834
• Phone: 814-486-9376
• Email: info@lumberheritage.org
• Website: lumberheritage.org

Additional Information

The LHR operates with two full-time staff members and dedicated volunteers. The organization has secured over $1.4 million in grants for the 15-county region in recent years.

How to Apply

1. Download the Mini-Grant Application from the LHR website at lumberheritage.org/grants-projects/mini-grants/
2. Complete Application Requirements:
   • Provide project description and goals
   • Explain alignment with LHR mission (education, preservation, community engagement)
   • Detail project timeline and deliverables
   • Submit budget with itemized expenses
   • Identify project location within 15-county region
3. Submit Application:
   • Email completed application to info@lumberheritage.org, or
   • Mail to: Lumber Heritage Region, PO Box 154, Curwensville, PA 16833
4. Application Review:
   • LHR reviews applications based on alignment with mission and community impact
   • Applicants are notified of award decisions
5. Award & Implementation:
   • Successful applicants receive funding notice
   • Projects must be completed within specified timeframe (typically by May)
   • Final report required documenting project completion and outcomes

Contact for Questions

• Email: info@lumberheritage.org
• Phone: 814-486-9376
• Website: lumberheritage.org