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Kevin M. Burke, Chair, Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley,
Co-Chair, Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area
Margaretta “Meg” Downey, Chair, Hudson River Valley Greenway Communities Council, Co-Chair, Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area
Scott Keller, Executive Director, Hudson River Valley Greenway,
Director, Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area
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Monthly News, Events, & Grant
Opportunities
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Important Reminders
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The Albany-Hudson Electric Trail 2022 Trail Use Report is Available. Download Now.
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Hudson River Valley Greenway Announces $387,925 in Grants
At its December meeting, the Hudson River Valley Greenway approved seven matching Greenway Planning awards and eleven Greenway Conservancy Trail awards totaling $387,925.
The funded Greenway Planning projects include:
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$10,000 to Town of Clermont, for a Comprehensive Plan Update
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$15,000 to Town of Greenwich, for a Comprehensive Plan - Phase 2
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$10,000 to Town of Hurley, for a Comprehensive Plan Update
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$20,000 to Town of Lewisboro, for a Comprehensive Plan
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$15,000 to Town of Malta, for the Saratoga Lake Special Stormwater Protection Standards
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$9,000 to Town of Tuxedo, for the Route 17 Economic Development Study
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$10,000 to Village of Philmont, for a Comprehensive Plan Update
The funded Greenway Conservancy Trail projects include:
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$12,000 to Calvert Vaux Preservation Alliance, for the Calvert Vaux and The Point: Overlooked National Treasurers
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$12,000 to Friends of Albany Rural Cemetery, for the South Ridge Trail Phase 1
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$15,250 to Hopewell Depot Museum, for a Self-Guided Tour
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$26,000 to Hudson Crossing Park, for a Trail Enhancement Project
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$5,000 to Hudson Highlands Land Trust, for the Canopus Creek Preserve Trail Assessment and Improvements Plan
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$10,000 to Mohonk Preserve, Inc., for the Split Rock Trail Loop
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$24,000 to Town of Stillwater, for the Bermis Heights Historic Trail
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$77,000 to Town of Wappinger, for the Wappinger Greenway Trail Improvements at Reese Park
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$7, 500 to Town of Warwick, for the Mountain Lake Loop
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$100,000 to Village of Upper Nyack, for River Hook Multi-Use Connecting Trailway
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$10,000 to Wallkill Valley Land Trust, for the Interpretive Signage on Public Lands
The next round of Greenway Planning and Greenway Trail Grant applications are due through Good Grants by February 3, 2023. Information and guidelines are available here.
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Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Announces $25,000 in Grants
At its December meeting, the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area approved four matching Heritage Development awards totaling $25,000.
The funded projects include:
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$7,500 to Fund for the City of New York County, for The Hudson Valley: A Cultural Guide
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$5,000 to Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival, for Highland Lights
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$5,000 to Historic Huguenot Street, for a Virtual Tour Development Project
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$7,500 to Thomas Cole National Historic House, for "Women Refram American Landscape" Promotion
The next round of Heritage Development Grant applications are due through Good Grants by February 3, 2023. Information and guidelines are available here.
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Westmoreland Sanctuary Designated a Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area Site
At the Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area's (NHA) Management Committee meeting in December, Westmoreland Sanctuary in Mount Kisco was designated an NHA Heritage Site.
Westmoreland Sanctuary’s mission is to acquire, enrich, and preserve land for the free use, enjoyment, and education of the public. The Sanctuary includes a 670-acre wildlife sanctuary with 8.5 miles of hiking trails and two historic cemeteries, Zar Cemetery (1824-1915) and Ferris Family Burial Ground (1789-1898). There is also a natural science museum, that was designed to look like the 1681 Bedford church that was burned by the British during the Revolutionary War's Tarleton Raid in 1779.
Westmoreland Sanctuary is free and open to the public seven days a week. Learn more.
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Preserve NY Grant Funding is Now Available
The Preserve New York (PNY) Grant funding cycle is now open and offering virtual grant workshops for interested applicants. This funding opportunity is offered through a partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts and Preservation League of New York State.
PNY grants provide support to eligible nonprofit organizations and municipalities in NYS for projects that identify, document, and preserve New York’s cultural and historic buildings, structures, and landscapes. PNY helps fund historic structure reports, condition reports, cultural landscape reports, and cultural resource surveys. This program funds consulting reports only and will not fund capital repairs or construction costs, architectural plans and specifications, schematic designs, or construction documents. Deadline: March 31, 2023. Learn more.
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Hudson River Valley Greenway's Grant Applications Are Now Hosted on Good Grants
Grant applications for all Hudson River Valley Greenway and Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage grant programs, including Community/Compact Planning, Conservancy Trail, and Heritage Development Grants are hosted by Good Grants, an online grants platform. The online HRVG Grants Platform went live on November 5, 2022, and is the only way to apply for our grants. A link to the virtual application process and detailed guidance may be found on our website. This change is being made in part to help ensure we are receiving full and complete applications that may then be considered immediately. Previously, incomplete applications were automatically rejected.
All applications for funding are required to submit grant applications on the new online platform to apply for funding for all grant rounds. Applicants must register on the HRVG Grant Platform using their email addresses. Older applications will not be accepted.
If you have any questions or concerns, email grants@hudsongreenway.ny.gov or call us at (518) 473-3835.
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News From Our Partners at the Hudson River Estuary Program | |
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Important Reminders
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Tune Into the Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs Virtual Presentation on February 9, 2023. Register now.
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NYSDEC's Spring Seedling Sale Jan. 3 – May 12
The Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery annual spring seedling sale is now open to the public and runs until May 12th. Each year, the nursery offers low-cost, New York-grown tree and shrub seedlings for conservation plantings on public and private lands.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) tree nursery grows more than 50 conifer and hardwood species from local seed sources, creating seedlings that are well-suited to our state's climate. They are available in bundles of 25 or more, plus there are several mixed species packets for those looking for a variety. Seedlings are a minimum of five inches tall and are one to three years old depending on the species. For more information including how to order, visit the Spring Seedling Sale webpage on DEC's website.
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Upcoming Events
Water Literacy for Lower New York Students (WEBINAR)
February 2: The seminar will focus on ways in which robust science can support and influence on-ground water management and policy outcomes, and center collaborative and interdisciplinary work between academics, water resource scientists, educators, managers, and policymakers. Find out more.
Snowshoe Trek, Thacher State Park, Voorheesville, NY
February 4: Learn basic snowshoe techniques, then walk a 1-mile round-trip over the Orange Trail. More details.
Tibbetts Brook Park Loop, Old Croton Aqueduct State Historic Park, Yonkers, NY
February 5: Discover the connections between the Old Croton Aqueduct, Tibbetts Brook Park, and the South County Trailway on this 5-mile loop walk. More info.
A Bridge to Justice: The Life of Franklin H. Williams (WEBINAR)
February 7: Authors Enid Gort and John Caher discuss their new book, A Bridge to Justice: The Life of Franklin H. Williams who was a visionary who devoted his life to the pursuit of civil rights. Learn more.
Lecture: “Doing the Work: How Including the Enslaved Expands our Understanding of Colonial New York”, Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, Yonkers, NY
February 8: Learn about how the skilled enslaved workforce at the Philipse family properties in Manhattan, Yonkers, and Sleepy Hollow. Read more.
Ice Harvesting Program, Peebles Island State Park, Cohoes, NY
February 9: The program will include a brief history on the harvesting process as well as the detailed process of storing natural ice. More details.
Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs Virtual Presentation (WEBINAR)
February 9: The coordinator of Hudson Estuary Trees for Tribs, will describe the program’s history and provide recommendations for potential applicants. Register now.
"What Do Your Flowers Say Today?", Locust Grove Estate, Poughkeepsie, NY
February 11: Sue Adams will bring you back in time to not only enjoy the beauty of flowers, but also their meanings, and learn how flowers can help us in our everyday lives. Find out more.
February Sunday Salon, Thomas Cole National Historic Site, Catskill, NY
February 12: Join TCNHS for It Is Wild and Untamed: Descriptions of the Land and the Original Stewards with Heather Bruegl, a public historian, activist, and decolonial education consultant. More info.
Introduction to Hudson Valley Habitats and Biodiversity Conservation (WEBINAR)
February 16: This webinar will address a variety of topics to introduce participants to the Hudson Valley's habitats and biodiversity conservation. Register now.
Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association Monthly Star Party, Lake Taghkanic State Park, Ancram, NY
February 17: The MHAA hosts a monthly stargazing party in the West Beach parking lot. Read more.
Nature Inspired Weaving Workshop, Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy Office, Delmar, NY
February 18: Learn the meditative art of tapestry weaving to create a textured textile reminiscent of a mossy patch of forest floor. Read more.
Flag Changing Ceremony, Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, Highland, NY
February 19: The American Legion Post 739 organizes and presents monthly flag-changing ceremonies on the Walkway bridge to honor our region's veterans and their service to our country. Learn more.
Washington’s Birthday Celebration, Knox’s Headquarters State Historic Site, Vails Gate, NY
February 19: In celebration of George Washington's birthday tours of the house will be offered, quill and ink writing demonstration will also be taking place. More info.
Slavery, Segregation & Staatsburgh: From Black Service to White Servants, Staatsburgh State Historic Site, Staatsburgh, NY
February 20: Join staff for a conversation about a transition from a Black presence at Staatsburgh during the early 19th century to an apparent absence during the Gilded Age. More details.
Make Your Own Birdfeeder!, Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Pleasantville, NY
February 21: Make your own birdfeeder in this family-friendly event and learn about the type of birds that would visit your feeder through an interactive bird photo matching game. Find out more.
Trail Insider: Invasive Species Program (WEBINAR)
February 22: Help celebrate National Invasive Week with an exclusive, inside look at the NYNJTC's Invasive Species Program's projects, ongoing efforts, and plans for the upcoming year. Learn more.
Winter Bird Watching, Grafton Lakes State Park, Grafton, NY
February 24: You will start in the Welcome Center to identify common backyard songbirds before going outside to listen and spot forest species. More info.
Drop-In Snowshoe Lessons, Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Cragsmoor, NY
February 25: This opportunity is designed for people who are beginners, interested in trying snowshoeing as a new winter activity. Find out more.
Hudson River Valley Greenway Board Meeting, Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, Hyde Park, NY
March 8: Joint board meeting of the Hudson River Valley Greenway Communities Council and Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley. More details.
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Heritage Spotlight: Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, Westchester County
Philipse Manor Hall was built in several stages by the lords of Philipsburg Manor, which once stretched for 22 continuous miles up the Hudson River from Yonkers. It was under the last lord, Frederick Philipse III, that the Manor Hall became a grand Georgian-style country seat with carved paneling added to the east drawing room and upstairs bedroom in the mid-18th century. However, due to his staunch Loyalist leanings, Philipse III was forced to flee America during the Revolution and his properties were confiscated by New York State. In the 19th century, the house became Yonkers’ first city hall; it was turned over to New York State in 1908.
Today, Philipse Manor Hall remains unfurnished but retains carved woodwork, and a rare rococo-style drawing room ceiling crafted from papier maché and plaster featuring portrait medallions and scenes of the hunt and mythology. Rooms contain exhibits about the history of Yonkers, the Philipses, and the house’s restoration. Learn more.
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Project Spotlight: Downing In Newburgh
The Fullerton Mansion Center for Culture & History (Fullerton Center) in Orange County received a Heritage Development Grant to investigate and document the surviving features of the birthplace, villa, and landscape of Andrew Jackson Downing (Downing). Downing's Elizabethan-style villa in Newburgh was demolished in the 1920s and since then was never adequately researched. His estate included an elaborately landscaped pleasure garden to showcase his skills in architecture and landscape gardening. The Fullerton Center hired archeologists and horticulturalists to survey and document artifacts, historic trees planted by Downing, and remains at the foundation of his residence and garden. The project also created walking maps and discovered information for interpretation and education that will enhance programming at Mount Saint Mary College and Orange County Community College. With this newly created research, the Fullerton Center was able to apply for a Historical Marker from the Pomeroy Foundation to help commemorate Downing's legacy in Newburgh, Learn more about the Fullerton Center.
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Choose Pump Sprays Instead of Aerosol Sprays
Aerosols waste much of the product, spewing it into the air (and your lungs) instead of where you want it. Non-aerosol products include roll-on deodorant, shaving soap, setting lotion, or gel. Learn more.
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Grant and Funding Opportunities
Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant Program
This grant program is dedicated to funding recreational trail projects. Special consideration is given to projects that seek to implement the goals of the Greenway Trail Program. There is a new application for this program. Applicants should not use an older version. Applications are due on Good Grants by February 3, 2023. More details.
Hudson River Valley Greenway Community Grant Program
Matching grants are available for Greenway Communities and Greenway Compact Communities. Applications are due on Good Grants by February 3, 2023. More info.
Heritage Development Grants
This grant program offers funding for programming, interpretation, and marketing projects that support the mutual goals of the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area and applicants. Grants will typically range from $1,000 to $7,500. Grant program guidelines and applications are available on the HRVNHA's website. Please note that staff time is eligible to be reimbursed, but only if that staff time is for the direct development of programming or interpretation, as identified in the grant application. Applications are due on Good Grants by February 3, 2023. Learn more.
National Heritage Area Sponsorships Available
The Maurice D. Hinchey Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area (HRVNHA) will partner with various organizations to sponsor programs and events that reinforce the Heritage Area’s mission. While complimenting the mission of the Heritage Area, cultural, heritage, and recreational events deliver significant tourism and economic benefits to communities, and encourage local and regional partnerships. Municipalities and nonprofit 501(c)3 organizations located within the HRVNHA are eligible to apply. The application and budget form can be found on our website. For more information, please contact Dan Jeanson at daniel.jeanson@hudsongreenway.ny.gov or 518-473-3835.
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation High Hazard Dam Rehabilitation Grant
The goal of the High Hazard Dam Rehabilitation Grant program is to provide funding for technical, planning, design, and other pre-construction activities related to the repair, replacement, reconstruction, or removal activities associated with the rehabilitation of an eligible high-hazard potential dam. Deadline: February 10, 2023. More details.
Tibor T. Polgar Undergraduate Fellowship
The Tibor T. Polgar Undergraduate Fellowship program is a student research program of the Hudson River Foundation conducted in cooperation with the NYSDEC. Named in honor of Dr. Tibor T. Polgar, a major participant in the early planning and development of the Foundation, the program provides a summer grant and research funds for up to eight undergraduate students to conduct research on the Hudson River, under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Deadline: February 13, 2023. Read more.
2023 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant Program
The RAISE program is a discretionary grant program for investments in surface transportation infrastructure that will have a significant local or regional impact. Eligible projects for RAISE grants are capital projects including but not limited to highway, bridge, road projects, public transportation projects, freight rail transportation projects, port infrastructure investments, or planning projects. Deadline: February 23, 2023. Find out more.
NYS Canal System Tourism Infrastructure and Events Grants
The New York State Canal Corporation, through the Reimagine the Canals initiative, and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor offer competitive grant funding to support tourism and recreation along the New York State Canal System. The program prioritizes support for tourism infrastructure and amenity improvements, and events. Funding is open to counties, municipalities, units of local government, not-for-profit organizations, and federally recognized Native American tribes. Deadline: February 24, 2023. Learn more.
DHPSNY Planning & Assessment Services
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) offers Planning & Assessment Services in four major areas. These services are designed to support New York organizations in improving and advancing program efforts while forming strategies for future growth and development. DHPSNY’s Planning & Assessment Services consist of Archival Needs Assessments, Preservation Surveys, Condition Surveys, and Strategic Planning Assistance. In each instance, the services aim to improve adherence to best practices and are tailored to an organization’s unique circumstances. Deadline: March 10, 2023. Learn more.
Preserve NY Grants
Preserve New York grants provide support to eligible nonprofit organizations and municipalities in NYS for projects that identify, document, and preserve New York’s cultural and historic buildings, structures, and landscapes. Preserve New York helps fund historic structure reports, condition reports, cultural landscape reports, and cultural resource surveys. This program funds consulting reports only and will not fund capital repairs or construction costs, architectural plans and specifications, schematic designs, or construction documents. Deadline: March 31, 2023. Find out more.
Major Collaborative Archival Initiatives
The National Historical Publications and Records Commission of the National Archives supports projects that promote access to America's historical records to encourage understanding of our democracy, history, and culture. Draft Deadline: February 15, 2023. Deadline: May 3, 2023. Read more.
Tree Planting in Disadvantaged Communities After Ash Tree Loss Grant Opportunity
The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Division of Lands and Forests announced funding for Tree Planting in Disadvantaged Communities After Ash Tree Loss. Funding for this two-year grant comes from the US Forest Service and National Association of State Foresters through the State Urban Forest Resilience Grant and from the NYS Environmental Protection Fund. Grant projects must plant trees for urban and community forests in New York State. Deadline: May 30, 2023. More info.
Mellon Planning Grants for Collaborative Digital Editions in African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American History and Ethnic Studies
The National Historical Publications and Records Commission of the National Archives supports projects that promote access to America's historical records to encourage understanding of our democracy, history, and culture. Draft Deadline April 1, 2023. Final Deadline: June 7, 2023. Read more.
Extreme Terrain’s Clean Trail Grant Program
This program will provide eligible groups the opportunity to apply for a grant to fund their next trail improvement-related project, which could range from trail clean-up, trail restoration, trail expansion, to name a few. Learn more.
New York State Assembly Grants Action News
State, federal, and private grant information from the New York State Assembly. More info.
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