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Preserving Black Churches is sponsored by National Trust for Historic Preservation, African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund. This program supports the preservation of historically Black houses of worship, including those with active and non-active congregations, to address stewardship needs and celebrate them as centers of heritage, community, and cultural life.
Funding can support capital projects, programming and interpretation, capacity building, project planning, and endowment and financial sustainability.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Historically Black Churches with active and non-active congregations; 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations stewarding non-active historically Black church buildings; Public agencies (state or local agencies, accredited public colleges or universities, historic sites, museums). Eligible properties are generally at least 50 years old. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $50,000 - $500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 11, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Preserving Black Churches is funded by National Trust for Historic Preservation, African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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