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BNHA Grant Programs

Heritage areas work to leverage heritage tourism to bring about economic development. Since 2009, BNHA has proudly distributed a total of $8,623,000 in grants to our community. Grant funding is a critical tool to enhance and preserve historic, cultural and natural resources. Numerous institutions within the heritage area have been strengthened by BNHA's various grant programs supported by city, state, and federal governments. Click below to learn more about the four grant programs available to non-profit organizations with projects located in the heritage boundary.

Grant ProgramNews and Updates

July 17, 2023

Organizations Within the Baltimore National Heritage Area To Receive Over $500K

Baltimore, MD (July 14, 2023) — Today, the Baltimore National Heritage Areas (BNHA) announced this year’s grant recipients for the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority (MHAA) and the Heritage Investment Grant Fund (HIG), supported by the National Park Service.

April 06, 2023

Press Release: Baltimore National Heritage Area Launches “2023 It’s a SNAP!” Baltimore Photo Contest

4/5/23 - A photography contest for photographers of varying levels of expertise to capture photographs that showcase the best of Baltimore.

March 09, 2021

Press Release: Neighborhood Placemaking Grant Winners 2021

3/9/21 - Seven grantees receive awards to improve the visitor experience in historic neighborhoods.

February 02, 2021

Press Release - Baltimore Cultural Organizations Get A Boost with More Than 100K in Grants from the BNHA

2/2/21 - In partnership with the City of Baltimore, historic neighborhoods and cultural institutions are now able to make small capital improvements to increase heritage tourism.

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Check out our grant investments in the last five years, by organization and grant program!