Historic Preservation Fund Grants (via State Historic Preservation Offices) is sponsored by U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service. These grants are distributed by State Historic Preservation Offices for a variety of historic preservation projects, including historic resource surveys, National Register nominations, local preservation plans, and repairs in Certified Local Government (CLG) communities.

Historic Preservation Fund Grant Program is sponsored by Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology (DHPA). This federal program, administered by the state, fosters historic preservation and archaeology activities. Nonprofits focused on preserving historic railroad structures, equipment, or archaeological sites related to railroads would be eligible.