ebey's forever grant program

Our greatest accomplishment is working with donors like you
to fully fund the Trust Board's 
Ebey's Forever Grant Program annually.  

 The Ebey’s Forever Grant Program was established in 2009 as a means of supporting the preservation, rehabilitation, and continued use of heritage buildings within the Reserve. 

One of the most difficult issues facing the still-working landscape of the Reserve has been an accelerating loss of the significant historic buildings that represent that “unbroken record.” More than 40 barns, outbuildings and farmhouses that date back to the 1850s have disappeared in the last four decades. Through various local preservation programs and partnerships, the Reserve works to ensure the historical legacy of our community remains an integral element of the evolving landscape. 

To date, over fifty historic structures have received often critical funding for brick-and-mortar preservation work through this program. As a result, nearly $1,000,000 has been invested directly into the continued life of these irreplaceable buildings. Not only is this money going back into the local economy, but all the grant funding for the work is raised through private donation - one neighbor to another. Overall, the Ebey’s Forever Grant Program serves as an inspiring example of how a vibrant community can keep its history alive.

Work on historic buildings is a process of discovery - of connection, of changing lives, of looking into the (occasionally strange) decisions of past homeowners and contractors. We hope that whatever preservation work you undertake is as enjoyable and interesting as it is productive.

Thank you for your stewardship.If you have questions about the grant program, please contact: Sarah Steen at sarah_steen@partner.nps.gov or (360) 678-6084.

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ebey's forever
​grant projects


2017
Fullington House
Robertson House
"Ryan's" Barn
Todd/Lovejoy House
White Barn

2016
 Cawsey Squash Barn
Comstock Barn
Fisher Store
Smith Prairie Barn
Strong Outbuilding
Clapp House
Haller House
LeSourd Garage
Van Dam House
Zylstra House

2015
Coupe House
Holbrook Garage
Keith Barn
George Libbey House
Nienhuis Long Barn
Watson House
Whidbey Mercantile

2014
Armstrong House
Black-Lindsey Barn
Comstock Barn
Engle Water Tower
Nienhuis Long Barn
Old County Courthouse
Smith Prairie Barn
Strong “Model T” Garage

2013
Cawsey-Perkins House
Comstock Barn
Crockett Motor Shed
Fort Casey Plotting Room
Hancock Wood Shed
Highwarden House
Holbrook Boat Shop
Old County Courthouse
Hingston-Trumball Store
Sherman Bulk Shed
Strong Barn
Van Dam House

2012
Alexander Blockhouse
Bearss/Barrett Brooder Shed
Crockett Barn
Elkhorn Saloon
Keith Outbuilding
Kineth House
Kinney House
Leach House
Masonic Lodge No. 15
Pearson-Engle House
Smith Barn

2011
Hancock Granary
Kineth Water Tower
Hingston-Trumball Store
Sheepherder’s House
Sherman Farm Barn
Zylstra Law Office