Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program
The Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program funds the permanent preservation and research of significant battlefield lands in Georgia, overseen by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.
Funder: Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: October 16, 2026 (annual cycle; first-come, first-served)
Funding Amounts: No minimum or maximum; grants cover up to 50% of appraised value; 1:1 match required.
Summary: Matching grants for permanent protection of historically significant battlefield lands in Georgia.
Key Information: At least 50% of property must be within boundaries of a battlefield listed in specified national reports.
Description
The Vince Dooley Battlefield Trust Fund Program provides matching grants to support the permanent protection of historically significant battlefield lands in Georgia. Administered by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the program funds fee-simple acquisition or the purchase of permanent protective interests in qualified battlefield properties. The initiative is designed to preserve Georgia’s historical heritage by empowering eligible organizations to acquire and manage key battlefield sites identified in nationally recognized reports.
