National Fund for Sacred Places
The National Fund for Sacred Places by the National Trust for Historic Preservation funds urgent preservation and adaptive reuse projects for historic community-serving houses of worship in the US.
Funder: National Trust for Historic Preservation
Due Dates: March 3, 2027: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: $50,000–$500,000 per grant (1:1 cash match required); awards typically support 30–40 projects annually
Summary: Supports capital preservation projects for historic, community-serving houses of worship across the United States.
Key Information: Applicants must be congregations or closely affiliated nonprofits; projects must address urgent repair needs and demonstrate community impact.
Description
The National Fund for Sacred Places, a partnership between Partners for Sacred Places and the National Trust for Historic Preservation, offers substantial funding and technical assistance for the preservation of historic houses of worship that serve as vital community centers. The program aims to strengthen the capacity of congregations to steward their historic properties, ensuring these architectural and cultural landmarks continue to benefit their communities for generations. Grants support capital projects focused on urgent repairs, accessibility improvements, and adaptive reuse for community outreach, emphasizing preservation standards and organizational health.
