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Historic Preservation

The Foundation’s focus on historic preservation is firmly grounded in Robert G. Merrick’s original interest in the built environment and his belief in the value and importance of preserving the best from the past. The Foundation funds projects aimed primarily at restoring and maintaining sites and properties of historical and architectural significance in the Baltimore region and in Maryland. It is the Foundation’s intent that these historical assets spur economic development, and teach people about the history of their communities. The Foundation also hopes that future generations experience and discover their own connections to these historical places through innovative and engaging preservation and education efforts. The Foundation will invest in projects that strengthen the capacity of the regional preservation movement. When possible, the Foundation will give priority to projects that positively impact community development and contribute to environmental sustainability, thereby connecting to some of the foundation’s other giving areas.

(Left to right) Photos courtesy of: AFRO Charities, Inc. (Photo by Savannah Wood), Project Liberty Ship, Cylburn Arboretum Friends

Sample Grants

Historic Sotterley $48,000

NSCDA-MD National Society of Colonial Dames of America in the State of Maryland $50,000

Great Blacks in Wax Museum, Inc. $100,000

Women’s Housing Coalition $136,000

Mount Vernon Place Conservancy $200,000

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  • Racial Equity
  • Board
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  • Publications
  • Contact Us
  • Areas of Focus
  • Civic & Culture
  • Community & Economic Development
  • Education
  • Environment
  • Health & Human Services
  • Historic Preservation
  • Apply for a Grant
  • Our Process
  • Sample Grants
  • Reporting

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1 Village Square, Suite 131
Baltimore, MD 21210
(410) 464-2004

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