• Long-term local and regional cash and in-kind match : The Management Entity will strive to raise at least enough local match to secure the maximum available federal dollars , while the region is eligible , to achieve the most benefit for regional heritage initiatives . Goals could range from $ 300,000 to $ 500,000 annually .
Potential sources for funding the Heritage Area include :
• Federal funding sources for historic & heritage preservation , National Scenic Byways , rural economic development
• Maine State grant programs for recreation , conservation , education , transportation , economic development , infrastructure , and tourism
• Grants from foundations , charitable organizations , local financial institutions
• In-kind & cash match from projects implemented by community organizations and municipalities directly related to NHA priorities
Following is a conceptual plan that outlines a preliminary list of potential partners that the NHA Management Entity hopes to engage during the near term and future phases of NHA development , promotion , and management . Seeking additional commitments is an inherent , ongoing task of the Management Entity . The outline of roles and conceptual financial plan is based on this NHA Feasibility study and the expressions of participation and support from a wide range of partners . Details of the partnership arrangements and commitments will be defined during development of the long-term NHA Management Plan . The following conceptual plan does not specify the breakdown of cash or in-kind match support . Support from local partners includes cash match from heritage program grant recipients .
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