Funding Amount

Up to $500,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Save America's Treasures Grant

Funder: National Park Service, Department of Interior (in partnership with National Endowment for the Arts, National Endowment for the Humanities, and Institute of Museum and Library Services)

Geographic Scope: United States (nationally competitive)

Focus Areas: Preserving nationally significant historic properties and collections that convey America's rich heritage

Award Amount: Up to $500,000 (varies by project)

Program Background:

  • Established in 1998

  • After 20+ years, has awarded more than 1,300 grants totaling over $300 million

  • Receives 4,000+ applications annually requesting $1.5 billion

  • Selects projects representing nationally significant historic properties and collections
  • Contact Information:

  • Administered by National Park Service

  • Website: Historic Preservation Fund
  • Example: COCIC received a $500,000 grant (approved January 25, 2024) for redevelopment of The Edna, a historic building in the King-Lincoln Bronzeville District added to the National Registry of Historic Places in 2017.

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