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Protecting Native Places Grant Program

National Association of Tribal Historic

Funding Amount

$40,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Protecting Native Places Grant Program

Funder: NATHPO (National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers)

Status: 2026 application information coming soon

Background: A four-year-old grant program supported by funding from the Mellon Foundation. In 2025, the program reached its 25-application limit in record time (May 22, 2025), demonstrating high demand and success.

Award Amount: $40,000 per grant (increased from previous years through Mellon Foundation support)

Geographic Scope: Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs)

Eligibility: NATHPO members (THPOs)

Program History:

  • 2025: Hit 25-application limit; awarded all available funds

  • Previous years: Successful recipients recognized annually
  • Contact Information:

  • Email inquiries: PNPGrants@nathpo.org

  • Executive Director: Dr. Valerie J. Grussing (valerie@nathpo.org)

  • Director of Operations: Melissa Madrigal (melissa@nathpo.org)

  • Finance/Membership: Amy Garcia (Accounting@NATHPO.org)
  • Additional Resources:

  • 2024 and 2025 recipient information available

  • Grants-stravaganza webinar recording available on YouTube channel
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    Status: 2026 application information coming soon. Check back for updates.

    2025 Application (CLOSED):
    1. Complete the application form by answering all questions
    2. Email completed form to: PNPGrants@nathpo.org
    3. Copy the following in email:
    - Dr. Valerie J. Grussing (valerie@nathpo.org) - Executive Director
    - Melissa Madrigal (melissa@nathpo.org) - Director of Operations

    Required Materials:

  • Completed application form with responses to all questions

  • Photo release (required)
  • Notes:

  • Membership in NATHPO required to apply

  • For membership inquiries or to join: contact Amy Garcia at Accounting@NATHPO.org or see Membership page
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    native-americanshistory

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