Preserving Black Churches Grant Program – Applications Open
The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund is now accepting applications for the Preserving Black Churches grant program. This $60 million national initiative supports historically Black houses of worship as vital centers of faith, culture, and community.
📌 Applications open: August 4
📌 Deadline: September 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET
💰 Grant amounts: $50,000–$500,000
Funding supports:
- Capital restoration
- Planning and assessments
- New programming and interpretation
- Organizational capacity and staffing
- Endowments for long-term sustainability (1:1 match required)
⛪ Whether active congregations or cultural landmarks, these historic spaces deserve investment and protection.
🔗 Learn more and apply: savingplaces.org/action-fund-grants