The African American Civil Rights Grant Program by the National Park Service aims to preserve and document historic sites related to the African American civil rights movement. This includes funding for architectural services, preservation plans, and physical preservation of structures. Projects must relate to the history of African American civil rights and be eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and governments interested in preserving sites significant to African American civil rights history. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, local and state governments, and tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not related to African American civil rights
- Sites not eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
- Applications submitted under the wrong opportunity number
- For-profit organizations
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status (if applicable)
- Documentation of site eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational history and mission statement
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
Cautions
- Ensure the project aligns with the NPS report guidelines
- Apply under the correct opportunity number
- No non-Federal match is required, but ensure budget accuracy
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, public and state institutions of higher education, county governments, private institutions of higher education, city or township governments, state governments, federally recognized Indian tribal governments, and other Native American tribal organizations. There are no restrictions on other types of applicants.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and governments interested in preserving sites significant to African American civil rights history. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, local and state governments, and tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Projects not related to African American civil rights
- Sites not eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
- Applications submitted under the wrong opportunity number
- For-profit organizations
Use of Funds
Funds can be used for architectural services, creating historic structure reports, developing preservation plans, and physically preserving historic structures related to African American civil rights.
Total Program Funding
$24,000,000
Expected Awards
45
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 14, 2026(31 days)
- Archive Date
- Dec 31, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify site eligibility for the National Register of Historic Places
- Select the correct opportunity number for your project type
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Gather necessary documentation and letters of support
- Submit application by the deadline