The Emergency Grants from History Colorado State Historical Fund provide rapid funding for temporary stabilization of designated historic sites in Colorado endangered by sudden disasters.
Funder: History Colorado State Historical Fund
Due Dates: Rolling (no deadline; applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per project; no cash match required; funding is for immediate stabilization only.
Summary: Provides rapid funding for temporary stabilization of designated historic resources in Colorado endangered by sudden disasters or accidents.
Key Information: Must apply within three months of the qualifying event; resource must have national, state, or local historic designation prior to application.
The Emergency Grants program from the History Colorado State Historical Fund supports urgent stabilization work for historic resources in Colorado that are at imminent risk due to unexpected events such as fire, flood, hail, or vehicle crashes. These grants are designed for temporary measures to secure buildings, structures, or sites until permanent preservation can be arranged, ensuring the protection of Colorado’s historic assets during crises.