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ActiveHistory Colorado · 2026

State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado)

Quick Facts

Agency: History Colorado
Funding: Micro grants: up to $50,000; Mini grants: $1-$50,000; General grants: $50,001-$250,000
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Organizations and individuals for projects related to historic preservation in Colorado. Competitive grants require a cash match.

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State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado) is sponsored by History Colorado. The State Historical Fund fosters heritage preservation through tangible and highly visible projects for direct and demonstrable public benefit.

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org * School Classroom Programs * Teacher Professional Development * CampsExpand Camps submenu * All Camp Locations Across Colorado * ResearchExpand Research submenu * State Historian’s Council * Donate Items to the Collection * Preservation & ArchaeologyExpand Preservation & Archaeology submenu * Get Started with Preservation * Preservation Tax Credits * Archaeology & Preservation Events * Certified Local Government * Centennial Farms & Ranches * Office of the State Archaeologist * State and National Register of Historic Places * Get InvolvedExpand Get Involved submenu * Internships & Fellowships * Plan VisitClose Plan Visit submenu Admission is Free for Kids ### Explore Our Museums Today!

View Historic Sites > ##### History Colorado Center Denver, CO ##### Georgetown Loop Railroad Georgetown, CO ##### El Pueblo History Museum Pueblo, CO ##### Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center Fort Garland, CO ##### Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin Leadville, CO ##### Trinidad History Museum Trinidad, CO ##### Ute Indian Museum Montrose, CO ##### Center for Colorado Women’s History Denver, CO ### Featured Exhibitions ##### Moments That Made US ##### Votes and Dreams ##### The Sand Creek Massacre: The Betrayal that Changed Cheyenne and Arapaho People Forever * Attend EventsClose Attend Events submenu### Events and Public Programs ##### Full Event Calendar ##### Series and Programs ##### Museum Professionals ##### America 250 Colorado 150 * Rent VenuesClose Rent Venues submenu ##### History Colorado Center, Denver ##### Grant-Humphreys Mansion, Denver ##### El Pueblo History Museum, Pueblo ##### Ute Indian Museum, Montrose ##### Fort Garland History Museum, Fort Garland ##### Trinidad History Museum, Trinidad ##### Center for Colorado Women’s History, Denver ##### Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin * For TeachersClose For Teachers submenu### Teachers Resources & School Programs ##### Field Trips ##### School Classroom Programs ##### Education Resources ##### Online Exhibits ##### Teacher Professional Development ##### ColoradoEncyclopedia.

org * CampsClose Camps submenu### Year-Round Day Camps & Classes for Youth ##### All Camp Locations Across Colorado ##### Denver, CO ##### Fort Garland, CO ##### Pueblo, CO ##### Trinidad, CO ##### Montrose, CO * ResearchClose Research submenu ##### Search the Collection ##### Public Research Center ##### Donate Items to the Collection ##### Museum of Memory ##### The Colorado Magazine ##### Podcasts ##### Colorado Encyclopedia ##### Compass Database ##### State Historian’s Council ##### Oral Histories ##### Legislated Research Projects * Preservation & ArchaeologyClose Preservation & Archaeology submenu ##### Get Started with Preservation ##### State Historical Fund ##### State and National Register of Historic Places ##### Archaeology & Preservation Events ##### Certified Local Government ##### Centennial Farms & Ranches ##### Review & Compliance ##### Preservation Tax Credits ##### Office of the State Archaeologist ##### Forms and Guidance [](http://www.

historycolorado. org/apply-grant) * Letter of Intent Deadline: September 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm (Noon) mountain time. No LOIs will be accepted after this deadline.

* Application Deadline: October 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm (Noon) mountain time. No applications will be accepted after this deadline. **Letter of Intent Requirement:** All projects must submit a Letter of Intent to access the competitive grant application.

To learn more about competitive grant, please visit the competitive grant webpage here. ## Non-Competitive Grants We offer non-competitive grants for specific types of projects requesting up to $20,000. Non-competitive grants do not require a letter of intent.

These grants are offered on a rolling basis. To submit an application, please visit the Grants Application Portal (link coming soon). To learn more about the different non-competitive grant types, please visit the Our Grant Types webpage here for further information, or click on the links below to learn about each type of grant.

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Eligibility Requirements

Organizations and individuals for projects related to historic preservation in Colorado. Competitive grants require a cash match.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations and individuals for projects related to historic preservation in Colorado. Competitive grants require a cash match. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado) offer?

The current listing shows micro grants: up to $50,000; Mini grants: $1-$50,000; General grants: $50,001-$250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado)?

State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado) is funded by History Colorado. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Which states are eligible for State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado)?

This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.

How do I apply for State Historical Fund Grants (Colorado)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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