in cooperation with Maine preservation

The 1772 Foundation, in cooperation with Maine Preservation, has announced that funding in the form of 1:1 matching grants of up to $10,000 will be made available for historic preservation projects. Maine Preservation is honored to partner with The 1772 Foundation and is grateful for its continued support of all types of historic preservation projects in Maine. 

To demonstrate the sustainability of historic sites, applicants will be required to submit a cyclical maintenance/stewardship plan, and a conditions assessment, with, if needed, project phasing detail that has been prepared or updated within the last five years. If an appropriate plan does not exist, the Foundation will consider providing support for development of a plan on a case-by-case basis.

All organizations that wish to be considered should complete our online Letter of Inquiry Form.

Letters of inquiry will be accepted until November 4, 2024.
full applications due march 3, 2025.

Not all letters of inquiry will result in invitations to submit full applications.

Eligibility:

• Organizations must have a 501(c)(3) IRS designation.

• Organizations must have closed any previously awarded matching grant to apply.

• Organizations must own the site or have a long-term lease to use the site.

• Funding will not be provided for buildings currently used as schools or houses of worship.

The Foundation will consider the following:

• Matching grants for exterior painting, finishes and surface restoration

• Matching grants to install or upgrade fire detection, lightning protection, and security systems

• Matching grants for repairs to/restoration of porches, roofs, and windows

• Matching grants for structural foundation and sill repair/replacement

• Matching grants for chimney and masonry repointing

Send questions to brad@mainepreservation.org with “1772 Foundation” in the subject line.