Synopsis

This funding program supports the operation of Tribal Historic Preservation Offices (THPOs) within allowable program areas described in the National Historic Preservation Act (54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.). Where relevant, staff and projects must comply with the appropriate Secretary of the Interior"s Standards and Guidelines for Archeology and Historic Preservation.The purpose of this program is to provide grants to THPOs for the identification, evaluation, and protection of historic properties as outlined in the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) by such means as: survey, planning, technical assistance, physical preservation, review of Federal undertakings, education, listing in the National Register of Historic Places and Tribal Registers. These grants assist THPOs in carrying out the NHPA historic preservation activities that a Tribe agreed to assume from the State Historic Preservation Office, on tribal lands, under their Partnership agreement with the National Park Service. Awards under this program must comply with and support 54 U.S.C. 300101 et seq.
Response Date	Jun 30, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date	Apr 24, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date	Dec 31, 2026 12:00:00 AM EST
Award Ceiling	181,000
Award Floor	83,000
Cost Sharing	No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)

Additional Info on Eligibility:

In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act 54 U.S.C. 302907 - Grants to Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations this funding opportunity is limited to: Tribal governments with signed Memorandum of Agreements with the National Park Service to assuming duties of the State Historic Preservation Office on Tribal lands, as defined in 54 U.S.C. 302702 the National Historic Preservation Act.

Additional Information

Agency Name	National Park Service
Link to Additional Information:	N/a
Grantor Contact Information:	If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk Phone: 202-697-2035

CFDA Program(s)

• 15.904: Historic Preservation Fund Grants-In-Aid