Planning Grant
The Planning Grant from History Colorado State Historical Fund funds planning documents and studies that lay the scientific and technical groundwork for future historic preservation projects in Colorado.
Funder: History Colorado State Historical Fund
Due Dates: Rolling, year-round
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per award; 10% cash match (nonprofit/govt), 25% (private); reduced match for Expanding the Narrative projects; 24-month grant period
Summary: Supports planning documents and studies to prepare Colorado historic preservation projects for future physical work.
Key Information: Applicants strongly encouraged to contact staff about fund availability before applying.
Description
The Planning Grant from the History Colorado State Historical Fund provides flexible support for the development of essential planning documents that advance historic preservation projects across Colorado. Eligible activities include producing construction documents, schematic and design development plans, hazardous materials or structural investigations, cost estimating, maintenance plans, and master plans. The grant aims to ensure that preservation efforts are well-prepared for future physical work and comply with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards.
