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Battlefield Interpretation Grants (BIG) is sponsored by National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP). BIG empowers recipients to modernize and enhance battlefield education and interpretation to inspire wonder, understanding, and empathy at sites of significant historical events. This program encourages the use of technology to connect with visitors through various media.
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American Battlefield Protection Program (U.S. National Park Service) Skip to global NPS navigation Skip to the footer section Historic battlefields and sites of armed conflict are powerful reminders of the shared heritage of all Americans. To learn and heal from the past, the National Park Service’s American Battlefield Protection Program promotes the preservation and interpretation of these important places.
To support community-driven stewardship of historic resources, NPS ABPP administers four grant opportunities: Preservation Planning, Battlefield Land Acquisition, Battlefield Restoration, and Battlefield Interpretation grants. To learn more about the application process and specific eligibility requirements, explore our grants offerings below.
The 2024 Battlefield Restoration Grant, Battlefield Interpretation Grants, and Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity is now available on Grants. gov! Click the grant's webpage below to learn more.
Preservation Planning Grants Grants for 50+ eligible project activities focused on sites of armed conflict on American soil, including battlefields and associated sites. Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants Grants for permanent battlefield protection. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Battlefield Restoration Grants Grants for restoring eligible sites of conflict to day-of battle conditions. Battlefield Interpretation Grants Grants to modernize and enhance battlefield education and interpretation through technology Reports, tips, tools and resources for applying for grants Have questions? Get in touch Last updated: August 19, 2025
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: State, local and Tribal governments, nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education. Projects must focus on Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War battlefield sites listed in ABPP's Battlefield Reports. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $20,000 - $200,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Battlefield Interpretation Grants (BIG) are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Battlefield Interpretation Grants (BIG) is funded by National Park Service American Battlefield Protection Program (NPS ABPP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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