Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund
Forecasted
The Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund supports research-driven preservation and restoration of historic sites in Massachusetts, administered by the Massachusetts Historical Commission.
Funder: Massachusetts Historical Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$30,000 (pre-development) | $7,500–$100,000 (development/acquisition); 50% reimbursable matching; total program funding varies by year
Summary: Supports the preservation of historic properties and sites listed in the State Register of Historic Places through grants to nonprofits and municipalities.
Key Information: This is a projected/forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Massachusetts Preservation Projects Fund (MPPF), administered by the Massachusetts Historical Commission, is a state-funded grant program supporting the preservation of properties, landscapes, and sites listed in the State Register of Historic Places. The program addresses challenges such as deferred maintenance, incompatible use, and threats of demolition for historic resources owned by nonprofit organizations or municipalities. Through reimbursable matching grants, MPPF aims to safeguard the Commonwealth’s heritage and ensure the continued use and integrity of significant cultural resources.
