November 14, 2024
Ten Hudson Valley communities were awarded a total of $306,625 in matching grants from the Hudson River Valley Greenway for projects that create new trail connections, enhance community walkability, and support a variety of planning efforts. The grants were awarded by the Hudson River Valley Greenway Board of Directors at their October 9th meeting in Hyde Park, NY.
The Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant Program provides funding to communities and non-profit organizations within the Greenway Area for recreational trail projects. Eligible project categories include: trail construction, planning and design; trail rehabilitation or improvement; trail education or interpretation.
The Greenway Communities Grant Program provides grant funding to help communities develop and implement a vision for their future that balances Greenway criteria of economic development considerations with resource protection and promotion objectives. The Greenway Compact Grant Program provides funding for projects that develop, approve, and implement a compact strategy consistent with the Greenway criteria and the Greenway Act.
“Our partner’s awarded projects will shape future growth, recreation, and preservation opportunities by improving walkability and providing meaningful planning efforts that ensure ongoing regional sustainability and growth. The Greenway is thrilled to support the region’s communities through these grants,” said Andy Kitzmann, Executive Director of the Hudson River Valley Greenway.
The Hudson River Valley Greenway accepts grant awards and event sponsorships at various times throughout the year. Greenway grants are competitive and prospective applicants are encouraged to reach out to program staff and to explore our grant webpage grant webpage for criteria, current Greenway priorities, and submission deadlines.
The Hudson River Valley Greenway is a unique state-sponsored program that encourages projects and initiatives related to natural and cultural resource protection, regional planning, economic development, public access, and heritage and environmental education. It provides technical assistance and catalytic grant funding for planning, water and land trails, and other projects that reinforce these goals. The Greenway also manages the Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area in partnership with the National Park Service.
For more on the Hudson River Valley Greenway Grants Programs, please visit
https://hudsongreenway.ny.gov/grants-funding