Resource Database

The Idaho Heritage Trust provides technical assistance to those interested in preserving historic properties, sites and artifacts in Idaho. The initial assistance is provided at no cost to the potential applicant.

The Idaho Humanities Council provides funding opportunities for projects focusing on literature, history, philosphy, ethics, languages, archaeology, art history, and other humanities disciplines involving Idaho citizens.

The J.M. Kaplan Fund, a New York City based family foundation, champions inventive giving that supports transformative social, environmental, and cultural causes.The fund is active across the United States and beyond, operating grant programs focusing on the environment, heritage conservation, migration, and New York City.

The CLG program, is based upon an appreciation of the community's historic patterns, architectural styles, influential architects and builders, significant people and events, and historic and prehistoric archeology.The CLG program certifies local governments with historic preservation programs, provide technical preservation assistance, and annually dedicate 10% of its federal funding to cities, towns, and counties that commit themselves to preserving their heritage under the program. Each receives $1,000 to $5,000, depending on their level of activity and the federal allocation, to spend in ways that best assist their community's local preservation needs.

Montana Head Start servse children 3 to 5 years of age, and their families with the goal of increasing school readiness of children from low-income families. Head Start provides a range of individualized services in the areas of education and early childhood development; medical, dental, and mental health; nutrition; and parent involvement which are responsive and appropriate to the development, cultural and linguistic heritage and abilities of each enrolled child and family.

The Montana Preservation Alliance provides assistance to communities and owners of historic properties. Programs are provided concerning advocacy, outreach & education, restoration & training, and documentation.

The Tourism Grant program awards funds to projects that strengthen Montana's economy through the development and enhancement of the state's tourism and recreation industry. Funds will be awarded to tourism and recreation projects that fall within the following general categories: arts / culture / heritage preservatio; visitor facility upgrades and construction niche product development.

Preserve America is a federal program that encourages and supports community efforts to preserve and enjoy their cultural and natural heritage. The program recognizes and designates communities that protect and celebrate their heritage, use their historic assets for economic development and community revitalization, and encourage people to experience and appreciate local historic resources through heritage tourism and education programs. Website includes links to federal agency partners that offer a variety of information, technical assistance, and resources that help further the initiative's goals.