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Underrepresented Communities Grants is a program from the U.S. National Park Service that funds efforts to diversify listings in the National Register of Historic Places. Administered through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), the program supports surveys and inventories of historic properties associated with communities underrepresented in the National Register, as well as the development of nominations for specific sites.
All funded projects must result in the submission of a new or amended nomination to the National Register of Historic Places. Grants are awarded through a competitive process and do not require a non-federal match. Eligible applicants include states, tribes, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Applications must be submitted via Grants. gov under Assistance Listing 15. 966.
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Courtesy Kris Radder, Brattleboro Reformer Learn More About Other Grants Grants to Diversify the National Register of Historic Places The National Park Service’s Underrepresented Communities Grant Program (URC) works towards diversifying listings submitted to the National Register of Historic Places. URC grants are funded by the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) and are administered by the NPS.
Projects include surveys and inventories of historic properties associated with communities underrepresented in the National Register, as well as the development of nominations to the National Register for specific sites. All funded projects must result in the submission of a new or amended nomination to the National Register of Historic Places to include underrepresented communities.
Grants are awarded through a competitive process and do not require non-Federal match. Application packages must be submitted using Grants. gov under Assistance Listing 15.
966. A short summary of the Underrepresented Communities Grant Program that has general information on funding priorities, project and applicant eligibility, and upcoming important due dates and deadlines. Fact sheets are intended to provide an overview of the grant program.
Full application details and requirements will always be outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity posted to grants. gov. Links to Application Information grant opportunity underrepresented community sample application View URC funded resources.
Helpful Links for Grantees and Applicants To learn more about the ways that the National Park Service is connected to the preservation of historic sites nationwide, check out the links below. Feel free to look up specific properties listed as National Historic Landmarks or properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places using these sites.
NPS & Historic Preservation National Register of Historic Places Preserving America's Heritage National Historic Landmarks Program Last updated: August 29, 2024
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: States, Tribes, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Underrepresented Communities Grants is funded by U.S. National Park Service (NPS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
State Historic Preservation Office Grants is sponsored by U.S. National Park Service (NPS). These Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grants are awarded annually to State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) to support preservation efforts. This includes a required minimum 10% pass-through of the HPF grant funds to directly support local preservation projects and providing preservation training and guidance.
History of Equal Rights Grants is a program from the U.S. National Park Service funded through the Historic Preservation Fund that supports the preservation of sites related to the struggle to achieve equal rights for all Americans. The program is not limited to any specific group and encourages the broadest possible interpretation of sites associated with efforts to achieve equal rights. It funds physical preservation work and pre-preservation planning for sites listed in or eligible for the National Register of Historic Places or designated as National Historic Landmarks. Grants are awarded through a competitive process and do not require a non-federal match. Eligible applicants include states, tribes, local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations. Applications are submitted via Grants.gov under Assistance Listing 15.966.
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grants Program is a nationally competitive grant from the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) that funds creation and enhancement of outdoor recreation opportunities in communities that lack access to parks and open spaces. The program helps communities build new parks, expand trail systems, and improve recreational facilities in underserved neighborhoods. Eligible projects must serve communities with a population of 25,000 or more; federally recognized tribes, Alaska Native organizations, and Native Hawaiian community organizations are eligible regardless of population size. Award amounts vary based on project scope.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.