This Week in Grants
NPS: Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant
The National Park Service's "Battlefield Land Acquisition Grant" helps state and local governments preserve eligible battlefields from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. Award funding allows grantees to acquire eligible land through fee-simple or less-than-fee (easement) interests. With the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution around the corner, the National Park Service encourages projects that enhance our understanding of the origins of the United States.
Application Deadline: 9/30/2026
Award Amount: Past awards ranged from $30,000 to $2,000,00.
Match: 50% of project costs.
More information can be found here.
AAD: Shade Structure Grant
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Association's "Shade Structure" Grant Program funds schools, daycares, parks, and other non-profit organizations to install permanent shade structures where children learn and play. Each award goes towards the cost of shade structure materials and installation, and provides a sign near the shade structure that lists sun-safety tips. To apply, applicants must include a letter of recommendation from an AAD dermatologist.
Application Deadline: 12/15/2025
Funding Amount: up to $8,000
More information can be found here.
