News Summary
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation has awarded a Callahan Incentive Grant to the Charles Clark III Historical & Memorial Society for critical repairs to Clark’s Chapel in Hephzibah. In addition, new historic preservation grants for 2025 are being introduced, including the 1772 Foundation Grants and the Wade and Mary Lu Mitchell African American Heritage Preservation Grant, which aims to support community heritage projects. Organizations can submit letters of interest by December 2025 to be considered for these funding opportunities.
Hephzibah, Georgia—The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation has awarded a Callahan Incentive Grant to the Charles Clark III Historical & Memorial Society, Inc. in 2024. This grant is aimed at funding critical repairs to Clark’s Chapel, a historic site in Hephzibah.
In addition to this grant announcement, the Georgia Trust is rolling out three historic preservation grants for 2025, which include the 1772 Foundation Grants for Georgia, Callahan Incentive Grants, and the Wade and Mary Lu Mitchell African American Heritage Preservation Grant. Letters of interest for these grants are currently open and will be accepted until December 8, 2025.
Details of the Grants
The 1772 Foundation, in collaboration with the Georgia Trust, will be offering matching grants of up to $10,000. These funds are designated for private non-profit organizations seeking to restore and rehabilitate the exterior of historic buildings and sites starting in 2026. However, funding from this grant will not extend to buildings that are currently functioning as schools or churches.
The Callahan Incentive Grant provides matching grants of up to $5,000 specifically for non-profit or government organizations aimed at capital projects statewide. This grant owes its existence to the benevolence of Barbara and Les Callahan, dedicated supporters of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation.
Meanwhile, the Wade and Mary Lu Mitchell African American Heritage Preservation Grant, supported through the Mitchell Family Fund at the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, is particularly focused on African American heritage preservation. This grant can fund projects up to $20,000 and is limited to historic sites located in Atlanta. Eligible initiatives under this grant may involve both physical preservation efforts and interpretive projects designed to enhance public understanding of important Black historical sites.
Application Process
Further Information
For more in-depth information regarding the grants, eligibility criteria, and specific instructions for the letter of interest, interested parties can visit the Georgia Trust’s official website at www.georgiatrust.org/resources/grants-fellowships/. For direct inquiries, individuals can reach the Trust at 404-885-7817 or via email at [email protected].
Significance of Historic Preservation
Historic preservation plays a vital role in maintaining the cultural heritage, social history, and unique character of communities across Georgia. Grants like the Callahan Incentive Grant and the Wade and Mary Lu Mitchell Grant empower organizations to protect, restore, and promote historic sites that contribute to community identity and pride. By supporting diverse historical narratives, these grants also contribute to increased public awareness and appreciation for the rich tapestry of Georgia’s past.
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