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Historic Preservation Grant Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Supports projects that identify, preserve, promote and protect historic and archaeological resources of Pennsylvania for public benefit and community revitalization. Requires 50/50 cash match.
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Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania The .gov means it's official. Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants PHMC provides funding for construction activities through its Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants with revenue from the Commonwealth's Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund. Funding is available to nonprofit organizations and local governments for small construction projects for publicly accessible historic resources. (Private property owners are not eligible for funding under this program and may wish to refer directly to Federal Rehabilitation Investment Tax Credit Program for information on historic tax credits.) The purpose of the grant is to support projects that rehabilitate, restore, or preserve historic resources listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. These guidelines address only construction-related activities. Please review the separate guidelines for the Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants for information pertaining to the preservation planning projects. On this page On this page Guidelines for Applicants Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 Additional Eligibility Requirements Grant Period and Implementation Timetable Guidelines for Applicants \r\n The basic guidelines and general conditions for the Construction Grant program are: Competitive application process based on publicly available evaluation criteria All applications must be prepared on DCED's Electronic Single Application for Assistance . Eligible applicants are limited to non-profit organizations and local governments Eligible applicants may apply for and receive either one construction-related OR planning-related grant (not both) Historic resource must be located in Pennsylvania and documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places Funding requests require a 50/50 CASH match Funding is available in the categories of: \r\n Projects must meet goals and objectives of the Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Plan Grant supported project expenditures cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a fully executed Grant Agreement Project related expenses are reimbursable; successful applicants need to maintain an adequate CASH match to ensure completion of their project within the grant period \r\n \r\n For more information about the Keystone Grant Program, please view these webinars on PHMC's YouTube channel: Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program: What You Need to Know - Module 1 (overview of grant eligibility and
Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information $5,000 - $25,000; eligibility guidance Organizations eligible for historic preservation grants (nonprofits, governments, etc.)
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gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania. gov" or "pa.
gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website.
Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants PHMC provides funding for construction activities through its Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants with revenue from the Commonwealth's Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund.
Funding is available to nonprofit organizations and local governments for small construction projects for publicly accessible historic resources. (Private property owners are not eligible for funding under this program and may wish to refer directly to Federal Rehabilitation Investment Tax Credit Program for information on historic tax credits.)
The purpose of the grant is to support projects that rehabilitate, restore, or preserve historic resources listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. These guidelines address only construction-related activities. Please review the separate guidelines for the Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants for information pertaining to the preservation planning projects.
On this page On this page Guidelines for Applicants Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 Additional Eligibility Requirements Grant Period and Implementation Timetable Guidelines for Applicants \r\n The basic guidelines and general conditions for the Construction Grant program are: Competitive application process based on publicly available evaluation criteria All applications must be prepared on DCED's Electronic Single Application for Assistance .
Eligible applicants are limited to non-profit organizations and local governments Eligible applicants may apply for and receive either one construction-related OR planning-related grant (not both) Historic resource must be located in Pennsylvania and documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places Funding requests require a 50/50 CASH match Funding is available in the categories of: \r\n Projects must meet goals and objectives of the Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Plan Grant supported project expenditures cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a fully executed Grant Agreement Project related expenses are reimbursable; successful applicants need to maintain an adequate CASH match to ensure completion of their project within the grant period \r\n \r\n For more information about the Keystone Grant Program, please view these webinars on PHMC's YouTube channel: Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program: What You Need to Know - Module 1 (overview of grant eligibility and other important information about the application process) Navigating the Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program - Module 2 (information about the Electronic Single Application process) PA SHPO Keystone Construction Grant Webinar - Module 3 (information about the grant program, eligibility, and building a competitive application) PA SHPO Keystone Planning Grant Webinar - Module 4 (information about the grant program, eligibility, and building a competitive application) Guidelines for Applicants The basic guidelines and general conditions for the Construction Grant program are: Competitive application process based on publicly available evaluation criteria All applications must be prepared on DCED's Electronic Single Application for Assistance .
Eligible applicants are limited to non-profit organizations and local governments Eligible applicants may apply for and receive either one construction-related OR planning-related grant (not both) Historic resource must be located in Pennsylvania and documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places Funding requests require a 50/50 CASH match Funding is available in the categories of: Projects must meet goals and objectives of the Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Plan Grant supported project expenditures cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a fully executed Grant Agreement Project related expenses are reimbursable; successful applicants need to maintain an adequate CASH match to ensure completion of their project within the grant period For more information about the Keystone Grant Program, please view these webinars on PHMC's YouTube channel: Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program: What You Need to Know - Module 1 (overview of grant eligibility and other important information about the application process) Navigating the Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program - Module 2 (information about the Electronic Single Application process) PA SHPO Keystone Construction Grant Webinar - Module 3 (information about the grant program, eligibility, and building a competitive application) PA SHPO Keystone Planning Grant Webinar - Module 4 (information about the grant program, eligibility, and building a competitive application) Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 \r\n All applications must be completed by March 2, 2026 on DCED's Single Application for Assistance .
For additional assistance with the Electronic Single Application for Assistance system, please contact the Enterprise E-Grants Customer Service Center at (833) 448-0647, or egrantshelp@pa. gov. \r\n Applicants are no longer required to mail a hard copy of the supporting application and documents to the PHMC.
\r\n If the applicant is selected for funding, their project period will extend from the date of execution of the grant agreement, approximately September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2028. No work completed prior to the execution of the grant agreement will be eligible for reimbursement. Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 All applications must be completed by March 2, 2026 on DCED's Single Application for Assistance .
For additional assistance with the Electronic Single Application for Assistance system, please contact the Enterprise E-Grants Customer Service Center at (833) 448-0647, or egrantshelp@pa. gov. Applicants are no longer required to mail a hard copy of the supporting application and documents to the PHMC.
If the applicant is selected for funding, their project period will extend from the date of execution of the grant agreement, approximately September 1, 2026 to September 30, 2028. No work completed prior to the execution of the grant agreement will be eligible for reimbursement.
\r\n Requests for funding to the Historic Preservation Construction Grants may range from $5,000 (for $10,000 projects) to $100,000 (for projects of $200,000 and over) and require a 50/50 CASH match. The Commission may, at its discretion, consider applications for grants under $5,000 and may approve partial funding for larger requests.
\r\n The Commission will consider allocating emergency funding to secure historic properties from further damage from the elements while a corrective work plan is developed, without exceeding the program’s maximum request amount.
Emergency funding is to support the preservation, rehabilitation, restoration of significant character-defining features of a damaged historic property in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Only projects impacted by forces of nature such as flood, fire, tornado, hurricane, or earthquake are considered eligible for emergency grant funding.
Structural issues due to neglect are not eligible to receive support. Vandalism is considered an eligible activity if situation warrants to secure the property from further physical damage. Interested applicant should submit a letter of interest to phmckeystonegrants@pa.
gov describing the historic property, catastrophic incident, date of catastrophic incident, description of resultant damage, and outline of the needed repairs. \r\n Matching Requirements \r\n Grants require a 50/50 CASH match in funds. Sources of the CASH match may include direct organizational funds or grant awards from private foundations, federal programs, or other state agencies.
Salaries or wages paid to employees of the applicant are not considered to be cash contributions and cannot be included as matching funds! Although the cash match need not be secured when the application is made, evidence that the organization or municipality already has their match will be considered positively in the evaluation process.
Applications that already have a full or partial cash match show an investment on behalf of the organization and demonstrate institutional capacity for the successful completion of the project within the grant period. In-kind contributions may not be used to satisfy the matching requirement.
\r\n Maximum Number of Awards \r\n Eligible applicants may apply for only a Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant OR a Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grant, not both. Please note that the application due dates for both applications are March 2, 2026. Applicants meeting the relevant eligibility requirements may also apply for support through the Certified Local Government Grant Program.
\r\n Availability of Funds \r\n Grant awards are subject to the annual availability of funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Funding is based on the state fiscal year, July through June. Requests for funding to the Historic Preservation Construction Grants may range from $5,000 (for $10,000 projects) to $100,000 (for projects of $200,000 and over) and require a 50/50 CASH match.
The Commission may, at its discretion, consider applications for grants under $5,000 and may approve partial funding for larger requests. The Commission will consider allocating emergency funding to secure historic properties from further damage from the elements while a corrective work plan is developed, without exceeding the program’s maximum request amount.
Emergency funding is to support the preservation, rehabilitation, restoration of significant character-defining features of a damaged historic property in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Only projects impacted by forces of nature such as flood, fire, tornado, hurricane, or earthquake are considered eligible for emergency grant funding.
Structural issues due to neglect are not eligible to receive support. Vandalism is considered an eligible activity if situation warrants to secure the property from further physical damage. Interested applicant should submit a letter of interest to phmckeystonegrants@pa.
gov describing the historic property, catastrophic incident, date of catastrophic incident, description of resultant damage, and outline of the needed repairs. Grants require a 50/50 CASH match in funds. Sources of the CASH match may include direct organizational funds or grant awards from private foundations, federal programs, or other state agencies.
Salaries or wages paid to employees of the applicant are not considered to be cash contributions and cannot be included as matching funds! Although the cash match need not be secured when the application is made, evidence that the organization or municipality already has their match will be considered positively in the evaluation process.
Applications that already have a full or partial cash match show an investment on behalf of the organization and demonstrate institutional capacity for the successful completion of the project within the grant period. In-kind contributions may not be used to satisfy the matching requirement.
Eligible applicants may apply for only a Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant OR a Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grant, not both. Please note that the application due dates for both applications are March 2, 2026. Applicants meeting the relevant eligibility requirements may also apply for support through the Certified Local Government Grant Program.
Grant awards are subject to the annual availability of funds from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Funding is based on the state fiscal year, July through June.
\r\n Nonprofit organizations and public agencies that own or support a publicly accessible historic property listed, or eligible for listing, in the National Register of Historic Places, or that own or support a contributing historic property in a National Register Historic District may apply for grant assistance. Please check with the grant manager to confirm organizational eligibility.
Certified Local Governments* Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation Organizations Other historical organizations Museums and historic sites that are owned by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission but operated by independent nonprofit organizations. Multipurpose Organizations. Individual subunits (e.
g. Moravian Pottery and Tile Works) within multipurpose government (e. g.
County of Bucks) or tax-exempt organizations may apply for grants if they function as a discrete unit within the parent organization.
A subunit that is part of a larger organization will be deemed eligible if: \r\n The unit has administrative autonomy for its operations; The unit has a fully segregated and itemized operating budget within that of the parent organization; The unit is able to separately and distinctly fulfill all eligibility and application requirements as defined in these guidelines.
More than one qualified subunit within a multipurpose organization may apply for funding during the same grant cycle. \r\n \r\n * Certified Local Governments and Applicants located within a CLG receive special consideration as part of the evaluation process. Applicants must identify the CLG in which their project is located.
\r\n Special Initiative for State Fiscal Year 2025-2026. For this grant round, special consideration will be given to grant proposals that advance one of the America250 themes. The United States Semiquincentennial will be celebrated in 2026 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation and its victory in the American Revolution.
Grant proposals that aim to promote Pennsylvania’s role in the Revolutionary War are encouraged. For more information, please see the AASLH's Making History at 250: The Field Guide for the Semiquincenttennial .
Nonprofit organizations and public agencies that own or support a publicly accessible historic property listed, or eligible for listing, in the National Register of Historic Places, or that own or support a contributing historic property in a National Register Historic District may apply for grant assistance. Please check with the grant manager to confirm organizational eligibility.
Certified Local Governments* Colleges and Universities Historic Preservation Organizations Other historical organizations Museums and historic sites that are owned by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission but operated by independent nonprofit organizations. Multipurpose Organizations. Individual subunits (e.
g. Moravian Pottery and Tile Works) within multipurpose government (e. g.
County of Bucks) or tax-exempt organizations may apply for grants if they function as a discrete unit within the parent organization.
A subunit that is part of a larger organization will be deemed eligible if: The unit has administrative autonomy for its operations; The unit has a fully segregated and itemized operating budget within that of the parent organization; The unit is able to separately and distinctly fulfill all eligibility and application requirements as defined in these guidelines.
More than one qualified subunit within a multipurpose organization may apply for funding during the same grant cycle. * Certified Local Governments and Applicants located within a CLG receive special consideration as part of the evaluation process. Applicants must identify the CLG in which their project is located.
Special Initiative for State Fiscal Year 2025-2026. For this grant round, special consideration will be given to grant proposals that advance one of the America250 themes. The United States Semiquincentennial will be celebrated in 2026 to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation and its victory in the American Revolution.
Grant proposals that aim to promote Pennsylvania’s role in the Revolutionary War are encouraged. For more information, please see the AASLH's Making History at 250: The Field Guide for the Semiquincenttennial .
\r\n Organizations and others that are not eligible to apply include: Museums and historic sites operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Associate groups at museums and historic sites operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Management groups at museums and historic sites owned by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Museums and historic sites operated by state or federal government agencies; Associate groups at museums and historic sites operated by state or federal government agencies; Commonwealth-assisted libraries (Grants are available through the Department of Education.)
; For-profit organizations or corporations; Organizations and others that are not eligible to apply include: Museums and historic sites operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Associate groups at museums and historic sites operated by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Management groups at museums and historic sites owned by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission; Museums and historic sites operated by state or federal government agencies; Associate groups at museums and historic sites operated by state or federal government agencies; Commonwealth-assisted libraries (Grants are available through the Department of Education.)
; For-profit organizations or corporations; Additional Eligibility Requirements \n To apply for a Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grant, an organization must meet the following requirements: Must be located in Pennsylvania Must have tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Service or entity of local government; Must be incorporated and serving the public for at least five (5) consecutive years prior to the submission of the application; and Must be registered with the Pennsylvania Department of State: Bureau of Charitable Organizations , as required.
Information may be obtained by writing Bureau of Charitable Organizations, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of State, P. O. Box 8723, Harrisburg, PA 17105 or by calling (800) 732-0999.
\n \n The property for which funds are requested must meet the following requirements: Must be located in Pennsylvania; Must be documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, either individually or as a contributing property in a National Register Historic District (Applications that do not include appropriate documentation from the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office will not be eligible for funding.)
; Must be open and accessible to the public on a regular basis, not less than 100 days per year. (If it is not currently accessible to the public, the applicant must include detailed plans to open the property to the public as a result of the grant.)
Additional Eligibility Requirements To apply for a Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grant, an organization must meet the following requirements: Must be located in Pennsylvania Must have tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Service or entity of local government; Must be incorporated and serving the public for at least five (5) consecutive years prior to the submission of the application; and Must be registered with the Pennsylvania Department of State: Bureau of Charitable Organizations , as required.
Information may be obtained by writing Bureau of Charitable Organizations, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of State, P. O. Box 8723, Harrisburg, PA 17105 or by calling (800) 732-0999.
The property for which funds are requested must meet the following requirements: Must be located in Pennsylvania; Must be documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places, either individually or as a contributing property in a National Register Historic District (Applications that do not include appropriate documentation from the Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office will not be eligible for funding.)
; Must be open and accessible to the public on a regular basis, not less than 100 days per year. (If it is not currently accessible to the public, the applicant must include detailed plans to open the property to the public as a result of the grant.) \r\n There are a number of general conditions for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants.
All grant assisted construction work must meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties". Preservation covenants are required on all properties receiving funding from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
The covenant is a formal agreement between the PHMC and the grantee in which the grantee agrees to ensure the maintenance and preservation of the architectural and historical characteristics that qualify the property as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.
The covenant is in place for a period of up to ten years and requires the owner to contact the PHMC for review and approval prior to the commencement of any substantial construction that may adversely affect the property's eligibility for the National Register. Work cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a copy of a fully executed Grant Agreement.
Project or design work must be initiated within forty-five days of the date that the fully executed Grant Agreement is sent to the grantee. Grantees may be required to abide by the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act if the estimated cost of project work exceeds $25,000 and is supported by any public funds. Grantees are advised to seek legal counsel to determine whether the Act applies.
There are a number of general conditions for Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants. All grant assisted construction work must meet the Secretary of the Interior's "Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties". Preservation covenants are required on all properties receiving funding from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
The covenant is a formal agreement between the PHMC and the grantee in which the grantee agrees to ensure the maintenance and preservation of the architectural and historical characteristics that qualify the property as eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.
The covenant is in place for a period of up to ten years and requires the owner to contact the PHMC for review and approval prior to the commencement of any substantial construction that may adversely affect the property's eligibility for the National Register. Work cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a copy of a fully executed Grant Agreement.
Project or design work must be initiated within forty-five days of the date that the fully executed Grant Agreement is sent to the grantee. Grantees may be required to abide by the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act if the estimated cost of project work exceeds $25,000 and is supported by any public funds. Grantees are advised to seek legal counsel to determine whether the Act applies.
\r\n There are three categories of support defined in the following paragraphs. Examples of eligible projects, interior or exterior, are provided after the definitions and apply to all three categories. \r\n The act or process of applying measures necessary to sustain the existing form, integrity and materials of a historic property.
Work, including preliminary measures to protect and stabilize the property, generally focuses upon the ongoing maintenance and repair of historic materials and features rather than extensive replacement and new construction.
New exterior additions are not within the scope of this treatment but are subject to review if associated with the overall project; however, the limited and sensitive upgrading of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and other code required work to make properties functional is appropriate within a preservation project.
\r\n The act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historical, cultural and architectural values.
\r\n The act or process of accurately depicting the form, features and character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period.
The limited and sensitive upgrading of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and other code related work to make properties functional is appropriate within a restoration project. \r\n Work may be interior or exterior.
Specific examples of fundable project work include the following: Site work - subsurface investigation, selective demolition, drainage and restoration of designed landscapes and gardens; Concrete - poured-in-place concrete, precast concrete, concrete restoration and cleaning; Masonry - brick or stone repair or replacement, repointing mortar joints and cleaning; Metals - structural metal framing and metal restoration or replacement; Wood and Plastics - rough and finish carpentry, architectural woodwork and millwork; Thermal and Moisture Protection - roofing, flashing, waterproofing, damp proofing and insulation; Doors and Windows - repair and restoration, frame repair, replacement and hardware; Finishes - lath and plaster repair, gypsum wallboard, ceramic tile, wood paneling, floors and painting; Conveying Systems - elevators; Mechanical - plumbing, fire protection systems, heating, cooling and air distribution; Electrical - service, distribution and lighting; and Accessibility improvements for people with disabilities.
There are three categories of support defined in the following paragraphs. Examples of eligible projects, interior or exterior, are provided after the definitions and apply to all three categories. The act or process of applying measures necessary to sustain the existing form, integrity and materials of a historic property.
Work, including preliminary measures to protect and stabilize the property, generally focuses upon the ongoing maintenance and repair of historic materials and features rather than extensive replacement and new construction.
New exterior additions are not within the scope of this treatment but are subject to review if associated with the overall project; however, the limited and sensitive upgrading of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and other code required work to make properties functional is appropriate within a preservation project.
The act or process of making possible a compatible use for a property through repair, alterations and additions while preserving those portions or features which convey its historical, cultural and architectural values.
The act or process of accurately depicting the form, features and character of a property as it appeared at a particular period of time by means of the removal of features from other periods in its history and reconstruction of missing features from the restoration period.
The limited and sensitive upgrading of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems and other code related work to make properties functional is appropriate within a restoration project. Work may be interior or exterior.
Specific examples of fundable project work include the following: Site work - subsurface investigation, selective demolition, drainage and restoration of designed landscapes and gardens; Concrete - poured-in-place concrete, precast concrete, concrete restoration and cleaning; Masonry - brick or stone repair or replacement, repointing mortar joints and cleaning; Metals - structural metal framing and metal restoration or replacement; Wood and Plastics - rough and finish carpentry, architectural woodwork and millwork; Thermal and Moisture Protection - roofing, flashing, waterproofing, damp proofing and insulation; Doors and Windows - repair and restoration, frame repair, replacement and hardware; Finishes - lath and plaster repair, gypsum wallboard, ceramic tile, wood paneling, floors and painting; Conveying Systems - elevators; Mechanical - plumbing, fire protection systems, heating, cooling and air distribution; Electrical - service, distribution and lighting; and Accessibility improvements for people with disabilities.
\r\n Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants may not be used to fund the following: Mitigation activities performed as a condition or precondition for obtaining a state or federal permit or license; New construction and additions; Reconstruction such as recreating a building or landscape; Projects whose entire scope of work consists solely of routine or cyclical maintenance; Landscaping as part of non-historic site improvements including parking lots, sidewalks, etc.
; Archaeological excavations (Archaeology that is undertaken as part of a rehabilitation project to mitigate ground disturbing activities such as site work or foundation repair is eligible for reimbursement.)
; Projects which consist only of predevelopment work such as historic structure reports or construction documents (eligible activity under the Keystone Historic Preservation Project Program); and Acquisition of historic properties and/or land.
Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants may not be used to fund the following: Mitigation activities performed as a condition or precondition for obtaining a state or federal permit or license; New construction and additions; Reconstruction such as recreating a building or landscape; Projects whose entire scope of work consists solely of routine or cyclical maintenance; Landscaping as part of non-historic site improvements including parking lots, sidewalks, etc.
; Archaeological excavations (Archaeology that is undertaken as part of a rehabilitation project to mitigate ground disturbing activities such as site work or foundation repair is eligible for reimbursement.)
; Projects which consist only of predevelopment work such as historic structure reports or construction documents (eligible activity under the Keystone Historic Preservation Project Program); and Acquisition of historic properties and/or land. Grant Period and Implementation Timetable \r\n Deadline for Applications March 2, 2026.
\r\n PHMC Approves Panel Recommendations \r\nAward/Rejection Letters and Grant Agreements Mailed to Applicants \r\n Project Start Date/Fully Executed Grant Agreement \r\nProject End Date/Final Reports Due \r\nSuccessful applicants must complete their projects within a twenty-four (24) month period. Applicants are required to submit both Quarterly and Final Reports as well as appropriate work products.
Projects will generally not be extended beyond the twenty-four (24) month implementation period. There are a few situations in which the grantee may petition the Commission for additional time to complete the project. Grant Period and Implementation Timetable Deadline for Applications March 2, 2026.
PHMC Approves Panel Recommendations Award/Rejection Letters and Grant Agreements Mailed to Applicants Project Start Date/Fully Executed Grant Agreement Project End Date/Final Reports Due Successful applicants must complete their projects within a twenty-four (24) month period. Applicants are required to submit both Quarterly and Final Reports as well as appropriate work products.
Projects will generally not be extended beyond the twenty-four (24) month implementation period. There are a few situations in which the grantee may petition the Commission for additional time to complete the project. \n For program information, please contact Grants staff at phmckeystonegrants@pa.
gov or (717) 783-8946. \n Download the Keystone Construction Grants fact sheet . For program information, please contact Grants staff at phmckeystonegrants@pa.
gov or (717) 783-8946. Download the Keystone Construction Grants fact sheet . Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Organizations eligible for historic preservation grants (nonprofits, governments, etc.) Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $5,000 - $25,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 2, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant is sponsored by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC). Supports the planning and development of publicly accessible historic resources, focusing on architectural and engineering studies or resource surveys. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania The .gov means it's official. Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants As established under the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund, funding under the Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant program is available to nonprofit organizations and local governments for the planning and development for publicly accessible historic resources listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The purpose of the grant is to support projects that identify, preserve, promote and protect historic and archaeological resources of Pennsylvania for both the benefit of the public and the revitalization of communities. These guidelines address only historic preservation projects under the planning category. Please review the separate guidelines for the Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants for information pertaining to the bricks and mortar program. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission also annually uses a portion of the realty transfer tax revenue to rehabilitate and maintain Commonwealth-owned historic sites and museums. On this page On this page Guidelines for Applicants Application Deadline - March 2, 2026 Additional Eligibility Requirements Grant Period and Implementation Timetable Guidelines for Applicants \r\n The basic guidelines and general conditions for the Planning Grant program are: Competitive application process based on publicly available evaluation criteria All applications must be prepared on DCED's Electronic Single Application for Assistance . Eligible applicants are limited to non-profit organizations and local governments Eligible applicants may apply for and receive either one construction-related OR planning-related grant (not both) Historic resource must be located in Pennsylvania and documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places Funding requests require a 50/50 CASH match Funding is available in the categories of: \r\n Cultural Resource Surveys National Register Nominations Planning and Development Assistance Projects must meet goals and objectives of Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Plan Grant supported project expenditures cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a fully executed Grant Agreement Project related expenses are reimbursable; successful applicants need to maintain an adequate CASH match to ensure completion of their project during the grant period. \r\n \r\n For more information about the Keystone Grant Program, please view these webinars on PHMC's YouTube Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information $5,000 - $25,000; eligibility guidance Nonprofit organizations and local governments in Pennsylvania owning or supporting historic properties listed in or eligible for the National Register. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Historic Preservation Grants Program is sponsored by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. Supports projects that identify, preserve, promote, and protect historic and archaeological resources in Pennsylvania for public benefit and community revitalization. Requires 50/50 cash match. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Grants | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Skip to agency navigation of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania The .gov means it's official. Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission The Pennsylvania State Museum Brandywine Battlefield Park Pennsylvania Military Museum Industrial Heritage Trail Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Rural Farm and Village History Trail Somerset Historical Center Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum Anthracite Heritage Museum Brandywine Battlefield Park Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum Pennsylvania Lumber Museum Pennsylvania Military Museum Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania Somerset Historical Center State Museum of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office About Historic Preservation Statewide Historic Preservation Plan Disaster Planning for Historic Properties Initiative Pennsylvania Historical Marker Program Pennsylvania Marker Search Marker Forms and Guidance Marker Maintenance Schedule National Register of Historic Places Contact Information and Guidance Historic Contexts Overview Historic Contexts by Topic Historic Contexts by Region Environmental Review contact Information Resources for Existing Certified Local Governments Education & Training Opportunities Pennsylvania Agricultural History Project PA Above Ground Survey (PAGS) PA Archaeological Site Survey (PASS) Contact Information and Guidance Baseline Survey Effort 2020-2024 NPS Electronic Submission PA-SHARE Options and Subscriptions PA-SHARE Login Credentials PA-SHARE Terms and Conditions The Pennsylvania State Archives Visit Pennsylvania State Archives About The Pennsylvania State Archives Directions and Parking at the Pennsylvania State Archives Pennsylvania State Archives: Fees Pennsylvania State Archives: Research Room Procedures Pennsylvania State Archives News and Programs Pennsylvania State Archives-Community History Dialog Series Pennsylvania State Archives - Scholars in Residence Program Pennsylvania Archives - Research Online Pennsylvania State Archives - Research Guides Revolutionary War Pension Records Frequently Asked Questions Research by Mail or Email Index to Copied Survey Books Digitized-County-Records-Guide State Records Management Archival Appraisal and Acquisition PDF/A Frequently Asked Questions for County Governments State Records Center Information State Records Center Transfers Archives and Records Management Seminar Disaster Planning and Essential Records Frequently Asked Questions Local Government Retention and Disposition Schedules Pennsylvania State Archives Forms Appropriation Request 2024-2025 PHMC Keystone Internship Program Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office Pennsylvania State Historic Preservation Office The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) administers multiple funding programs. Grant programs are available to nonprofit organizations and local governments. Grants <br></h1>\n<p>The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC) administers multiple funding programs. Grant programs are available Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information $5,000 - $25,000; eligibility guidance Organizations and entities in Pennsylvania working on historic preservation Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant is sponsored by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC). Supports the planning and development of publicly accessible historic resources, focusing on architectural and engineering studies or resource surveys. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania The .gov means it's official. Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants Apply for Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grants As established under the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund, funding under the Keystone Historic Preservation Planning Grant program is available to nonprofit organizations and local governments for the planning and development for publicly accessible historic resources listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. The purpose of the grant is to support projects that identify, preserve, promote and protect historic and archaeological resources of Pennsylvania for both the benefit of the public and the revitalization of communities. These guidelines address only historic preservation projects under the planning category. Please review the separate guidelines for the Keystone Historic Preservation Construction Grants for information pertaining to the bricks and mortar program. The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission also annually uses a portion of the realty transfer tax revenue to rehabilitate and maintain Commonwealth-owned historic sites and museums. On this page On this page Guidelines for Applicants Application Deadline - March 2, 2026 Additional Eligibility Requirements Grant Period and Implementation Timetable Guidelines for Applicants \r\n The basic guidelines and general conditions for the Planning Grant program are: Competitive application process based on publicly available evaluation criteria All applications must be prepared on DCED's Electronic Single Application for Assistance . Eligible applicants are limited to non-profit organizations and local governments Eligible applicants may apply for and receive either one construction-related OR planning-related grant (not both) Historic resource must be located in Pennsylvania and documented as being listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places Funding requests require a 50/50 CASH match Funding is available in the categories of: \r\n Cultural Resource Surveys National Register Nominations Planning and Development Assistance Projects must meet goals and objectives of Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Plan Grant supported project expenditures cannot begin until the successful applicant has received a fully executed Grant Agreement Project related expenses are reimbursable; successful applicants need to maintain an adequate CASH match to ensure completion of their project during the grant period. \r\n \r\n For more information about the Keystone Grant Program, please view these webinars on PHMC's YouTube Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information $5,000 - $25,000; eligibility guidance Nonprofit organizations and local governments in Pennsylvania owning or supporting historic properties listed in or eligible for the National Register. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program is sponsored by The Toro Company. Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program is sponsored by The Toro Company. Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program is sponsored by The Toro Company. Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program is sponsored by The Toro Company. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Newsroom | The Toro Company Announces Equipment Donation and Greenspace Enhancement Grant Programs If you are a customer with a product-related inquiry, please contact us at www.toro.com/en/customer-support/contact . If you are a member of the media, please contact the appropriate individual shown below: Landscape Contractor Equipment Corporate (General Media Inquiries) Sports Fields & Grounds (Equipment) The Toro Company Announces Equipment Donation and Greenspace Enhancement Grant Programs Professional Contractor | BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (February 5, 2026) – Continuing a long-standing commitment to helping our customers enrich the beauty, productivity and sustainability of the land, The Toro Company is pleased to announce this year’s Equipment Donation Program and Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program. The Equipment Donation Program supports nonprofit organizations, school districts and municipalities with donated product to manage their greenspaces and sports fields, or clear snow from sidewalks and driveways. The product must be used for the beautification of outdoor landscapes and have a positive impact on the community at large. While availability may vary depending on current inventory and the focus of the donation program, The Toro Company has provided landscape maintenance equipment such as walk-behind and riding mowers, trimmers, blowers, and utility vehicles, as well as specialty items like compact utility loaders and turf renovation tools, based on the scope of each project and its potential impact on the community. The Greenspace Enhancement Grant Program provides funding opportunities for qualifying nonprofits to revitalize and preserve the outdoor spaces in their communities. Grant support in previous years has gone towards building neighborhood gardens focused on sustainable agriculture, transforming neglected park spaces and playgrounds, and educating communities on the importance of water conservation – among other projects. “We believe strong communities begin with vibrant, well-maintained outdoor spaces,” said Marnie Wells, President of The Toro Company Foundation. “We’re honored to support nonprofits who are creating places that inspire connection, foster well-being, and enrich the land we all share.” Qualifying organizations for this program must be located within 40 miles of The Toro Company location. Applications must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. (CDT) on March 2 nd , 2026 . For more details on qualifying organizations and to apply, visit https://www.thetorocompany.com/community . To learn more about The Toro Company’s family of brands and wide range of product offerings, visit www.thetorocompany.com/brands . The Toro Company Foundation | The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) is a leading global provider of solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. With Application snapshot: target deadline March 2, 2026; published funding information Varies; eligibility guidance Nonprofits, municipalities, and school districts located within 40 miles of a Toro Company facility. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.