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Hart Family Fund for Small Towns
Seed funding for small-town preservation projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program provides seed funding for preservation projects in small towns with populations of 10,000 or less. It supports planning and education efforts, including professional expertise, community forums, and public outreach focused on historic preservation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Closing date : May 1, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preservation planning projects and professional studies
- Public education and outreach activities on preservation
- Community forums and other engagement efforts around historic places
Documents Needed
- Completed application form with project budget
- Up to four digital images with captions and credits
- IRS tax-exempt determination letter, or proof of filing and attorney opinion letter for nonprofits
- Consultant resume, if one has been selected
- Property owner consent letter, if the applicant does not own the property
- Up to two letters of endorsement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Public agencies
- 501(c)(3) organizations
- Other nonprofit organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations in towns with more than 10,000 people
- Applicants seeking support for construction, academic research, or real property acquisition
Eligible expenses
- Consultant fees and speaker or faculty fees
- Mailing, printing, photography, telephone, and supplies for project materials
- Development of education and outreach materials
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Staff or faculty salaries
- Overhead, catering, food and beverage, and entertainment
- Construction or capital improvement costs
- Expenses incurred before the award date
Eligible geographic areas
- Small towns with populations of 10,000 or less
Processing and Agreement
- The review process is generally completed within three months after the application deadline.
- Applicants are notified by email once the review is complete.
- Selected grantees must sign a contract accepting the program conditions.
- Project start is required within six months of the award date.
- A final report and financial accounting must be submitted within one year of the award date.
Additional information
- Selected grantees must become members before funds are released.
- The selection process is highly competitive.
- Only one grant is awarded per organization in each round.
- A final report and financial accounting are due within one year of the award date.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns?
This program provides seed funding for preservation projects in small towns with populations of 10,000 or less. It supports planning and education efforts, including professional expertise, community forums, and public outreach focused on historic preservation.
How much funding can be received?
Hart Family Fund for Small Towns Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns program?
To be eligible for the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns program, you must:
Public agency or nonprofit
Town population of 10,000 or less
Eligible for National Trust funding
What expenses are eligible under Hart Family Fund for Small Towns?
Preservation planning projects and professional studies
Public education and outreach activities on preservation
Community forums and other engagement efforts around historic places
Who can I contact for more information about the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns?
You can contact National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP) by email at grants@savingplaces.org.
Where is the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns available?
The Hart Family Fund for Small Towns program is available across Canada.
Is the Hart Family Fund for Small Towns a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Hart Family Fund for Small Towns is a Grant and Funding