Southwest Intervention Fund
The Southwest Intervention Fund supports preservation research, planning, and emergency interventions for historic sites and traditional cultures in the Southwest, funded by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Funder: National Trust for Historic Preservation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: Grants typically range from $2,500 to $10,000; short-term, one-year projects supported.
Summary: Supports preservation planning and emergency interventions for traditional cultures and historic sites in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, West Texas, and Utah.
Key Information: Applicants must be public agencies or nonprofits working in eligible Southwest states; membership in certain networks required upon award.
Description
The Southwest Intervention Fund, administered by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, provides catalytic grants to support the preservation of traditional cultures and historic sites across Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, West Texas, and Utah. The fund targets preservation planning, capacity building, and rapid intervention in response to urgent threats or unique opportunities affecting cultural resources. Eligible projects range from site documentation and management planning to public education, legal intervention, and emergency stabilization, all aimed at safeguarding the Southwest’s cultural heritage.
