The 1772 Foundation in cooperation with Preservation Massachusetts, is accepting applications for its Massachusetts Historic Preservation Matching Grant Program.
Donor Name: Preservation Massachusetts
State: Massachusetts
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/01/2022
Size of the Grant: up to $10,000
Details:
The grant program is intended for historic buildings and to ensure that they remain in good condition and repair for the future. Projects that interior focused or pertain to other historic resources, such as fences, other property features, etc. are not encouraged to apply.
Funding Information
The Historic Preservation Matching Grant Program is a 1:1 matching grant of up to $10,000 for exterior work on historic properties owned or leased by non-profit organizations.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be a private 501(c)3 organization. Towns and municipalities, as well as active churches and schools are not eligible to apply.
- The applicant must own the property or be engaged in a long term lease.
- Applicant organizations must also disclose any previously awarded 1772 matching grants.
Eligible Projects
- Matching grants for exterior painting finishes and surface restoration.
- Matching grants to install or upgrade fire detection, lightning protection and security systems.
- Matching grants for repairs to/restoration of porches, roofs and windows.
- Matching grants for structural foundation and sill repair/replacement.
- Matching grants for chimney and masonry repainting (exterior only)
For more information, visit Preservation Massachusetts.