Historic Preservation Matching Grant Opportunity for Private Non-Profit Organizations

The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance and The 1772 Foundation have announced that 1:1 matching grants of up to $10,000 are available for historic preservation projects. December 2, 2026 is the deadline to submit the online

Letter of Inquiry, the first stage of the application process. To be eligible, organizations must have a 501(c)(3) IRS designation and own, or have a long-term lease, on the building. Funding will not be provided to government bodies (local, state or federal),

or to school or religious organizations. Check www.nhpreservation.org

for more information or email jn@nhpreservation.org and include “The 1772 Foundation” in the subject line.

Eligible projects include exterior painting, finishes and surface restoration; upgrades to/installation of fire detection; lightning protection and security systems; repairs to/restoration of porches, roofs and windows; structural foundation and sill repair/replacement;

and chimney and masonry repointing.

New this year: A pilot program to support climate action. The same grant eligibility terms apply, but the funds can be used for energy audits, insulation upgrades, alternative energy sources (solar, geothermal, wind, etc.), upgraded/converted systems or appliances,

and storm windows. Water mitigation projects (wet proofing crawl spaces, gutters, site work, etc.) may be considered, but preference is given to decarbonization upgrades. Applicants are encouraged to leverage available programs offered by utility providers.

Applications for lifting or relocating buildings will not be considered. Other projects may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Grants over the last seven years have supported 109 rehabilitation and restoration projects for a variety of community landmark buildings throughout the state. The New Hampshire Preservation Alliance strengthens communities and stimulates local economies by

encouraging the protection and revival of historic buildings and places.

For more information, visit www.nhpreservation.org. ###Photos available