Preserving Historical Assets
Forecasted
The Preserving Historical Assets grant from Rochester Area Community Foundation funds projects that protect historic sites and enhance public knowledge of Rochester’s regional history.
Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical award: $15,000–$20,000 per project; generally for single-year funding
Summary: Supports projects and educational programs that preserve historical assets and promote community engagement with regional history in the Rochester area.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) or 509(a)(1) nonprofits in Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, or Yates counties are eligible.
Description
This grant opportunity advances the preservation of historic assets and promotes educational initiatives that increase community engagement with the diverse histories of the greater Rochester, NY region. The program supports both capital projects (e.g., physical preservation, neighborhood revitalization, fostering equity in preserved assets) and educational programming (e.g., community engagement, expanding knowledge of local histories). The goal is to strengthen regional vitality by safeguarding historical sites and artifacts, generating economic benefits, and fostering a greater sense of place and sustainability.
