The State of Washington has affirmed that Washington has a "rich heritage in
historical sites and artifacts that have the potential to provide life-long learning
opportunities for citizens of the state" and that "many of these historical
treasures are not readily accessible to citizens, and that there is a need to create
an ongoing program to support the capital needs of heritage organizations and facilities."
To meet this need, the Heritage Capital Projects Fund (HCPF) competitive grant program
was authorized in 1995 (RCW 27.34.330). The purpose of HCPF is to "support
capital needs and facilities of heritage organizations, tribal governments, public
development authorities, and local government agencies that interpret and preserve
Washington's history and heritage." (WAC 255-02-010) Projects need to have
a minimum total budget of $25,000; request a grant of not more than $1,000,000;
involve property that will be held a minimum of 13 years; and provide a $2 match
for each $1 of HCPF grant funds. To see a Powerpoint showing Heritage Capital Projects
Fund images, maps, and program details,
click here.
Applicants need to demonstrate that significant heritage interpretive and preservation
activities will occur via completion of their projects. HCPF grant applicants need
to comply with the Governor's Executive Order 05-05 and high performance ("green")
building standards (RCW 39.35D)and prevailing wage laws. Before preparing an HCPF
grant, an applicant should determine it has the capacity and readiness for a capital
project.
Since 1997, the Heritage Capital Projects Fund has supported local leaders in communities
across the state as they have worked to preserve our heritage, interpret its meaning,
and serve the public. HCPF grants have assisted 198 local heritage projects, resulting
in the construction of new museums and interpretive centers, additions to heritage
facilities, improvements to archives and museum collection storage, preservation
and reuse of historic structures, restoration of historic ships, and rehabilitation
of historic railroad equipment.
Applications for 2013-2015 Biennium
Watch here for updated information.
To be placed on a list to receive electronic updates about this grant program, related
heritage activities, and other funding opportunities, contact Susan Rohrer, Director of Outreach Services & Heritage Capital Projects Fund,
susan.rohrer@wshs.wa.gov
or 360-586-0166.