Grant Funding for Sacred Places
Historic houses of worship, from prairie churches to urban synagogues, are the bedrocks that continue to sustain us as a people, uniting us in service and celebration. Together,
we can protect them for generations to come—apply
for a grant from the National Fund for Sacred Places to keep these places as an important part of our national cultural heritage.
The National Fund provides training, planning grants, technical assistance, capacity-building support, and capital grants
up to $250,000 to congregations of all faiths for rehabilitation work on their historic facilities.
Congregations are urged to submit their Letter of Intent by
March 7 for the Fund for Sacred Places for projects such as:
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Urgent repair needs that are integral to life safety.
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Projects that improve the usability or ADA accessibility of the property.
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Renovation projects for important community outreach.
Since its inception in 2016, the National Fund has awarded over
$9 million to 82 community-serving congregations representing 22 faith traditions in 36 states and the District of Columbia. The fund has supported projects that range from steeple stabilization
to exterior masonry repair to HVAC replacement. Learn about past participants
Temple Beth Ahabah (Richmond, VA) and
North Christian Church (Columbus, IN), as well as the
full list of the 2021 recipients.
Learn More
If you are interested in learning more about the Fund for Sacred Places, please join us for an
informational webinar on Wednesday, January 26 at noon ET.
Visit
www.FundforSacredPlaces.org for more details, including eligibility requirements, guidelines, and online application.
The National Fund for Sacred Places is a program of Partners for Sacred Places in partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Photo Courtesy: Temple Beth Ahabah.
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