Matching Grants
2025 Grant Awardees
Impact of the Program
Preserve Rhode Island, in partnership with The 1772 Foundation, has awarded $125,000 in one-to-one matching grants to 18 nonprofit organizations across the Ocean State. These bricks-and-mortar investments will support urgent repairs and long-term preservation at some of Rhode Island’s most treasured historic places. From colonial-era meeting houses to industrial mills and civic halls, this year’s projects reflect the rich diversity of the state’s architectural heritage—and the deep commitment of the local stewards working to protect them. Since launching the program in 2020, Preserve RI has helped distribute more than $725,000 in preservation funding across Rhode Island.
2025 Grant Recipients:
Please click on photos to read grant descriptions.
How to Apply for the 2026 Round
We will be accepting Letters of Interest December 2025 for the 2026 Program. While we are not currently accepting applications at this time, if you have any questions about the program or eligibility please contact us.
Matching Grants of Up to $10,000!
Eligibility Requirements:
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Organizations must have a 501(c)(3) IRS designation.
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Organizations must own the property or have a long-term lease.
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Funding will not be provided for buildings currently used as schools or houses of worship.
Eligible Projects
The matching grants can support a variety of restoration and rehabilitation efforts, including:
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Exterior Painting and Surface Restoration
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Fire Detection and Security System Upgrades
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Repairs to Porches, Roofs, and Windows
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Structural Foundation and Sill Repairs
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Chimney and Masonry Repointing