The 1772 Foundation is accepting letters of inquiry from private non-profit organizations for the 2024 Maine Historic Preservation Matching Grants.
Donor Name: The 1772 Foundation
State: Maine
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/06/2023
Size of the Grant: Up to $10,000
Details:
The 1772 Foundation, in cooperation with Maine Preservation, has announced that funding in the form of 1:1 matching grants of up to $10,000 will be made available for historic preservation projects.
The 1772 Foundation and is grateful for its continued support of all types of historic preservation projects in Maine. To demonstrate the sustainability of historic sites, applicants will be required to submit a cyclical maintenance/stewardship plan, and a conditions assessment, with, if needed, project phasing detail that has been prepared or updated within the last five years. If an appropriate plan does not exist, the Foundation will consider providing support for development of a plan on a case-by-case basis.
The Foundation will consider the following matching grants:
- For exterior painting, finishes and surface restoration
- To install or upgrade fire detection, lightning protection and security systems
- For repairs to/restoration of porches, roofs and windows
- For structural foundation and sill repair/replacement
- For chimney and masonry repointing
Eligibility Criteria
- Organizations must have a 501(c)(3) IRS designation.
- Organizations must have closed any previously awarded matching grant to apply.
- Organizations must own the site or have a long-term lease to use the site.
- Funding will not be provided for buildings currently used as schools or houses of worship.
For more information, visit The 1772 Foundation.