African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund National Grant Program
Forecasted
African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund National Grant Program supports organizations in preserving and interpreting Black historic places to deepen understanding of American history.
Funder: National Trust for Historic Preservation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$150,000, depending on project type; project periods of 12–24 months
Summary: Supports preservation, staffing, planning, and interpretation projects that protect and elevate African American cultural heritage in the United States.
Key Information: Applicants must have active IRS tax-exempt status and a valid EIN, including eligible fiscal agents applying on behalf of project sponsors.
Description
The African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund’s National Grant Program is an annual grant opportunity administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. It advances preservation projects connected to Black history across U.S. states and territories, supporting places associated with African American activism, achievement, and resilience. The program seeks to expand understanding of American history and use preservation to advance equity-driven outcomes.
Support covers four project types: capital preservation work, organizational capacity building, project planning, and programming and interpretation. Projects may restore or stabilize historic buildings, improve accessibility, prepare implementable preservation plans, support preservation staff, or develop education and storytelling activities. Selection emphasizes historic significance, preservation impact, project readiness, and capacity for continued stewardship.
