Deadline: 16-Jun-2026
The Save America’s Treasures program supports preservation efforts that protect nationally significant historic and cultural resources in the United States.
The programme is administered by the National Park Service in partnership with:
- National Endowment for the Arts
- National Endowment for the Humanities
- Institute of Museum and Library Services
The grants are awarded through a competitive national process.
Key Focus Areas
The programme supports:
- Preservation of nationally significant historic properties
- Conservation of historic collections and artifacts
- Protection of American heritage sites
- Restoration of culturally important structures
- Preservation of resources listed in the National Register
- Conservation of nationally significant collections
- Skilled trade and preservation workforce development
- Protection of cultural and historical resources
Funding Details
- Total FY2025 programme funding: $25.5 million
- Expected awards: Approximately 55 grants
- Grant range: $125,000 to $750,000
Eligible Projects
Funding supports:
Historic Property Preservation
Projects focused on:
- Restoration of historic buildings and structures
- Stabilization and rehabilitation work
- Protection of nationally significant heritage sites
Collections Conservation
Projects involving:
- Preservation of historic collections
- Conservation of artifacts and archival materials
- Protection of culturally significant objects and records
Separate funding opportunities exist for property and collection projects.
Cost Share Requirement
Applicants must provide:
- A non-federal match equal to 50% of the total project cost
Matching contributions may include:
- Cash contributions
- In-kind support
- Volunteer services (following federal regulations)
The matching share must be used during the official grant period alongside federal funding.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- State governments
- County, city, and township governments
- Public and private higher education institutions
- Federally recognized Tribal governments and organizations
- Nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status)
- Certain federal agencies and nonprofit preservation partners
Programme Objectives
The initiative aims to:
- Preserve nationally significant American heritage resources
- Protect important historic collections and landmarks
- Strengthen public access to cultural heritage
- Support preservation-related skilled trades and jobs
- Promote awareness of American history and innovation
Project Requirements
Projects must:
- Demonstrate national historical significance
- Focus on preservation or conservation activities
- Meet federal preservation standards
- Comply with applicable regulations and approvals
- Include required matching contributions
Additional Restrictions
The programme includes:
- Restrictions on projects outside the United States
- Compliance requirements related to U.S. sanctions
- Local approval and regulatory compliance obligations where applicable
Evaluation Priorities
Applications are likely assessed based on:
- National significance of the property or collection
- Urgency and quality of preservation needs
- Technical soundness of the project plan
- Feasibility and readiness for implementation
- Public benefit and long-term preservation impact
- Strength of matching support
Why This Programme Matters
The Save America’s Treasures program helps preserve important elements of U.S. history and culture for future generations.
It supports:
- Conservation of irreplaceable historic resources
- Protection of cultural identity and heritage
- Economic activity through preservation work
- Public education and historical awareness
- Long-term stewardship of nationally important sites and collections
Conclusion
The FY2025 Save America’s Treasures Preservation Grants program provides $125,000 to $750,000 for projects preserving nationally significant historic properties and collections across the United States. Through federal investment and matching support, the programme strengthens preservation efforts that protect America’s cultural and historical legacy.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
