Guidelines and Forms

For Current Grantees

• MHAA Grants Manual
• Sample Volunteer Log
• FY 2026 Grantee Orientation
• FY 2026 Grantee Orientation, Slides
• FY 2026 Grantee Orientation Quiz
• MHAA Logo for Grantee Use

For Grant Applicants

• FY 2027​ Project Grant Guidelines
• Sample Blank MHAA Intent to Apply Form
• Sample Blank MHAA Project Application
• Blank Budget Form
• MHAA Program and Murals FAQs
• Local Heritage Area Contact Information
• DNR Project Information Form

For Loan Applicants

• MHAA Loan Program Guidelines

For Heritage Area Management Entities

• Management Grant Guidelines
• Marketing Grant Guidelines
• Block Grant for Mini-Grants Guidelines
• Sample Blank Management Grant Application
• Sample Blank Marketing Grant Application
• Sample Blank Block Grant Application
• Management Grant Budget Template

Policies and Regulations

• MHAA Statute
• MHAA Regulations
• MHAA Bylaws
• Boundary Amendment Policy
• Emergency Grant Policy
• Education Project Grants Policy
• Grant Reserve List Policy
• Indirect Costs Policy
• Policy on Certification of Structures Located in a Certified Heritage Area as Contributing to the Significance of the Heritage Area For Purposes of the Maryland Historic Revitalization Tax Credit

Trainings and Webinars

• FY 2027 Grant Round Virtual Webinar
• FY 2027 Grant Round Webinar Powerpoint Slides

Tutorials

• Checking SDAT Status
• Grant Amendments
• Procurement for Grants
• Spot Check and Financial Documentation
• Certification of Expenses
• Full MHAA Tutorial Playlist