Heritage Community Grants (Discontinued)

Heritage Community Grant is a matching grant program from the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area that funds innovative, place-based projects preserving and interpreting the cultural and natural heritage of Mississippi's six coastal counties. The program supports projects that expand economic opportunity and community pride while strengthening the region's heritage identity. Eligible applicants include city and county governments, state agencies, universities, nonprofits, and recognized Gulf Coast Outpost Businesses. Awards range from $5,000 to $75,000 for projects that celebrate and sustain the Mississippi Gulf Coast's distinctive history and environment.

Heritage Community Grant is sponsored by Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area (via Mississippi Department of Marine Resources). Heritage Community Grant is a matching grant program from the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area that funds innovative, place-based projects preserving and interpreting the cultural and natural heritage of Mississippi's six coastal counties.

Community Heritage Preservation Grant Program is sponsored by Mississippi Department of Archives & History (MDAH). This program helps preserve, restore, rehabilitate, and interpret historic courthouses and schools across Mississippi. In Certified Local Government communities, grant funds may also be used for projects involving historic buildings other than courthouses or schools.

Mississippi Humanities Council Regular Grants is a grant from the Mississippi Humanities Council, funded through the National Endowment for the Humanities, supporting public humanities programs across Mississippi. Eligible projects include exhibits, public programs, and planning initiatives that engage communities with history, culture, and the humanities. Applicants must obtain a free Unique Entity ID (UEI) but are not required to register with SAM.gov. Organizations are encouraged to contact Assistant Director Carol Andersen before submitting. Draft proposals submitted at least one week before the deadline may be reviewed, helping applicants strengthen their applications prior to the final submission.

Community Service Arts Grants is a grant from various Mississippi funders supporting arts activities and community service across the state. Offering awards up to $5,000, the program is open to a wide range of eligible applicants including Mississippi nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, libraries, and faith-based organizations. Funded projects must combine arts programming with community service goals, making this an excellent opportunity for organizations that use creative expression to address local needs. This grant reflects a broad commitment to the arts as a driver of community engagement, civic participation, and cultural enrichment throughout Mississippi.

Mississippi Coastal Improvements Program is a grant from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources that funds restoration, enhancement, and protection of Mississippi's coastal and marine environments. Projects support habitat restoration, water quality improvements, coastal resilience, and natural resource management along the Gulf Coast. Eligible applicants include local governments, nonprofits, and universities operating in Mississippi. Awards range from $100,000 to $500,000 depending on project scope and available appropriations. Funding aligns with community project priorities submitted through the federal appropriations process, including oyster habitat restoration, hazard preparedness, and coastal infrastructure improvements.

National Maritime Heritage Grants is sponsored by Department of the Interior. The National Maritime Heritage Grants Program provides matching grants for education and preservation projects designed to preserve historic maritime resources and to increase public awareness and appreciation for the maritime heritage of the United States. The grants will help State, Tribal, and local governments and private nonprofit organizations preserve and interpret their maritime heritage. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.925. Last updated on 2025-09-03.