New York State Contract Reporter #2133926

NYS African American Heritage Grant Program – Capital Grants for Historic Preservation

This opportunity invites eligible nonprofits and local governments in New York State to apply for capital grants supporting African American heritage projects. - Government Buyer: - New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation - Division for Historic Preservation - Office: Peebles Island State Park - Program Details: - NYS African American Heritage Grant Program - Capital - Total grant funding available: $1 million - Supports capital projects for existing buildings, structures, or sites significant to African American history in New York - Eligible activities: pre-development planning, design, construction, or combinations thereof - Subject properties do not need to be formally listed as historic resources, but must have a mission promoting African American history and contributions - Unique Requirements: - Applicants must be registered in the Statewide Financial System (SFS) - Nonprofits must be pre-qualified to do business with New York State - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a grant program for capital projects, not a procurement of goods - Place of Performance: - Projects may be located anywhere in New York State - Administrative office: Peebles Island State Park, Waterford, NY

Description

The New York State African American Heritage (NYSAAH) Grant Program provides competitive grants to eligible nonprofit organizations and New York State local governments. The grants support documenting, interpreting, and preserving places and stories significant to the African American experience in New York. Capital projects may include pre-development planning, design, and construction for existing buildings or sites that highlight African American contributions and history. Applicants must complete a pre-application by May 22, 2026, to confirm eligibility before submitting a full application.

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