Battlefield Land Acquisition Grants

Objective

To assist States and local communities acquire and preserve threatened battlefield land from the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and Civil War. This grant program enables the permanent protection of historic battlefield lands through fee simple acquisition or through the purchase of an interest in the land through a preservation covenant.

Who Can Apply

• Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals
• Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals)
• State

State and local governments. Private nonprofit organizations seeking to acquire battlefield land or easements must apply in partnership with the State or local government agency that has jurisdiction over the proposed parcel. The government agency may then sub-grant the Federal funds to the nonprofit organization.

Who Benefits

• State
• Local

State and local governments (local communities, nonprofits, and battlefield landowners) benefit.

Assistance Types

• Project Grants (Discretionary)

Program Contact

abpp@nps.gov
202-354-2037