Preservation League of NYS Grants Information Session

Not-for-profit groups and municipalities are invited to attend a free information session on Preserve New York and Technical Assistance Grants (TAG), the signature grant programs of the Preservation League of New York State, in partnership with the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA).  The Preservation League invests in people and projects that champion the essential role of preservation in community revitalization, sustainable economic growth, and the protection of our historic buildings and landscapes. It leads advocacy, economic development and education programs across New York State. 

The meeting will be held on Monday, March 7 from 10 AM - 12 PM at the Carriage House at Lyndhurst, 639 South Broadway in Tarrytown.  Frances Gubler, Preservation Associate at the League, will explain the requirements of the grants, the process of applying, and discuss some successful previous applicants.The meeting is hosted by Greater Hudson Heritage Network, and reservations are required. A light breakfast will be served. Please click the "Register Now!" button below or contact GHHN Program Coordinator Kerry Sclafani at info@greaterhudson.org to reserve your seat. Space is limited!

Since 1993, Preserve New York has provided support for historic structure reports, cultural landscape reports and cultural resource surveys. In 2016, the program will also offer grants for building condition reports. Preserve New York grants are likely to range between $3,000 and $15,000. The League launched the Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) program in 2012 to support projects that preserve New York State's cultural and historic resources. These professional studies include: building conditions surveys, engineering/structural analyses, feasibility/reuse studies and specialized building conservation studies. Preparation of architectural plans and specifications are not eligible. TAG funding will not exceed $3,000 and the total cost of the applicant's project may not exceed $3,500. Each applicant must provide $500 toward the total project cost. There is a total of $265,128 available in 2016. This includes $255,128 in funding from NYSCA and $10,000 from the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor for the TAG program. The League will disburse this amount over two grant rounds, Preserve New York and TAG in the spring, and an additional TAG funding round in the fall.

The application deadline for Spring TAG and 2016 Preserve New York is Monday, April 11. Guidelines for grants are posted on the League's website at www.preservenys.org. Prospective applicants must discuss proposed projects with Preservation League staff before receiving an application. If you are unable to attend the meeting, you may contact Frances Gubler, 518-462-5658 x 10 / fgubler@preservenys.org for more information or to request an application. For a list of previous grant recipients, visit the League's website at www.preservenys.org.