Historic Preservation and Community Heritage Grant in Hawaii (USA)
GrantID: 2462
Grant Funding Amount Low: $2,500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $10,000
Summary
This grant opportunity is designed to support efforts that preserve and enhance historic places and cultural heritage in a Pacific island state. The funding is primarily geared toward nonprofit organizations, community groups, and, in certain cases, individual property owners who are undertaking work that protects or interprets significant historic buildings, sites, or landscapes. It is not structured as general operating support for small businesses or unrelated commercial enterprises, but rather focuses on activities that contribute to conserving and promoting the state’s cultural legacy.
The intent of the funds is to help ensure that important historic resources are maintained, restored, and used in ways that benefit the broader community. Applicants may seek financial support for a variety of activities, such as rehabilitation of aging structures, preservation planning, documentation and research, or educational efforts that raise public awareness about heritage assets. Some components of the opportunity also encourage organizations to build capacity around preservation best practices or to engage volunteers and community stakeholders in meaningful ways.
Benefits of this grant include access to financial resources that can offset the often high costs associated with preservation work, technical advancements, and improved project outcomes. Organizations can use funding to supplement local fundraising, leverage additional investment, or initiate projects that might otherwise be unfeasible due to limited resources. For individuals and private property stewards, eligibility may be tied to specific criteria that ensure the work meets preservation standards and contributes to broader community objectives.
The interests reflected in this funding opportunity include architectural conservation, cultural landscape protection, and the continuation of local traditions and community identity through built heritage. The opportunity is available to applicants whose work takes place within the state, and certain subprograms may target particular types of historic resources or geographic areas. Decision makers typically assess proposals based on the significance of the resource, the quality of the preservation plan, and the projected community benefit. This funding path helps sustain valued historic places and enrich community life through thoughtful stewardship and celebration of shared heritage.
Organizations and individuals based in Hawaii who are engaged in Small Business may be eligible to apply for this funding opportunity. To discover more grants that align with your mission and objectives, visit The Grant Portal and explore listings using the Search Grant tool.
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