09/01/2023
DAR Historic Preservation Grants
Since our founding in 1890, the National Society of the DAR has supported historic preservation as one of our three main mission areas (along with patriotism and education). In tens of thousands of locations around the world, we have saved historic properties, conserved historic artifacts, digitized historic documents, and helped to preserve the American story in thousands of meaningful ways.
We’re also proud to provide $250,000 in grants annually to 501(c)(3) public charities to support historic preservation efforts in local communities. The DAR Historic Preservation Grants provide financial assistance for projects that preserve historic objects and sites. Examples include restoration of historic buildings; digitization or preservation of documents/records; preservation of historic items/artifacts; restoration, rededication or relocation of existing historical markers; cemetery headstone and monument conservation, etc. Projects from all eras and chapters of American history are eligible to apply. The maximum grant is $10,000, and smaller projects are encouraged. Please note that each application must be accompanied by a letter from a sponsoring DAR chapter or state organization (find a local DAR chapter here).
Applications for the next round of grants, to be awarded in May 2024, will be accepted from August 1 – October 31, 2023. Grant applications must be submitted through our online application portal https://dar.academicworks.com/opportunities/514 .
The 2023 Historic Preservation Grant Instructions provide further information on the eligibility criteria and application process.
Questions may be directed to [email protected] .
Thank you for preserving our nation’s history – we look forward to receiving your application for our DAR Historic Preservation Grant program.
Projects considered for grants must support the DAR mission area of historic preservation, and successful applicants must agree to publicly recognize DAR’s contribution. In order to benefit posterity, secure recognition for DAR and produce lasting value from the grants, please note these important...
