FY2025 - Historic Preservation Fund- Annual State Historic Preservation Office Grants

The National Park Service announces the FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Grant Program with funding totaling $62.15 million, aimed at supporting State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPOs) across the United States, territories, and the District of Columbia. Grants will assist in the identification, evaluation, and protection of historic properties, with awards ranging from $10,000 to $2.2 million. Eligible applicants include state governments and certain nonprofit organizations, with a required minimum cost-sharing contribution of 40% from non-Federal sources. The application process involves registration in SAM.gov and submission through Grants.gov, with all applications due by August 29, 2025. Key components of the application include compliance with executive orders, detailed project narratives, budgets, and staffing qualifications that meet Federal standards. A merit review process will evaluate proposals based on eligibility, completeness, and alignment with preservation objectives. The program encourages projects that celebrate America’s 250th birthday and complies with stipulated national policies regarding financial accountability and reporting. This funding initiative reflects the government’s commitment to preserving cultural heritage and historic properties through structured support for local and state preservation efforts.

The document certifies that a designated organization maintains a State Staff and Review Board whose qualifications and responsibilities align with specific federal regulations, namely 36 CFR 61.4 and 36 CFR 60.6, as well as guidelines from the Historic Preservation Fund Grants Manual. This certification underscores the organization's compliance with established standards for administering programs related to historic preservation. The authorized signature and date indicate formal acknowledgment of this adherence, reinforcing the governance prerequisites for federal grant eligibility and state/local partnership requirements in heritage conservation initiatives. The summary highlights the importance of qualifications and organized oversight in managing federal grant programs effectively to ensure successful outcomes in historic preservation efforts.