Deadline: 7-May-21
The Henderson Foundation is seeking applications for its grant program to provide support for projects focused on the enhancement of the appearance and preservation of outdoor elements in the city of Boston.
The Foundation encourages applications for projects in all neighborhoods of the city of Boston that concerns parks, city streets, buildings, monuments, and architectural and sculptural works.
Through past grants, the Foundation has supported capital projects such as the restoration of historic buildings; creation of new public sculpture and gardens; restoration of historic monuments; and other projects that enhance quality of life and sense of place, while demonstrating design excellence. Grants are made only for projects within Boston city limits and to projects that are accessible and visible to the public. Grants are not made to individuals. Grants are made for restoration and preservation activities, but not for routine care or maintenance (as defined by National Park Service technical standards.)
Funding Information
- Most grants awarded will not exceed $40,000, with many grants in the $20,000-$40,000 range, but the Designators will consider all projects that fulfill the Foundation’s goals and offer outstanding benefit to the community.
- Grants larger than $40,000 are more rare exceptions. If applicants are requesting more than $40,000, provide justification for a larger request.
Types of Grants
- Grants are made for capital improvements that would not ordinarily be undertaken by public or private bodies. Targeted grants may be made to identifiable elements within a project in circumstances where that element could be a Henderson Foundation project.
- Grants are typically reimbursement funding and are payable upon completion of work for which the grant is made.
- Grants that have been made but not expended within three years after the grant award date are cancelled.
- Grants are made for preservation and restoration as defined in the National Park Service Technical Preservation Service Standard, but not for routine care or maintenance of distinctive and significant buildings, objects, or features.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants, unless a municipal agency, must be an exempt organization under IRS Sec. 501(c)(3) and must submit a copy of a determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service.
- Projects must be within the city of Boston.
Exclusion
- Grants are not made for general fund drives, endowments, operating or staffing costs, planning or design studies, or construction of playgrounds or tot lots.
For more information, visit http://thehendersonfoundation.com/application.htm