Event Sponsorships Available for 2018 Events

January 10, 2018

Canal Bicentennial Festival, Amsterdam; New York Power Authority

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Sponsorships Available for 2018 Events

Festivals and events draw millions of people to canal communities and the Canal System each year for fun, recreation, history, music, local food, and natural beauty. The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, in partnership with NYS Canal Corporation is offering a limited number of sponsorships of up to $500 for events or festivals taking place in the National Heritage Corridor from May through November 2018.

Eligible applicants include municipalities and nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations. Applications are due by February 16, 2018.

Qualifying events must promote or celebrate the distinctive historic, cultural, scenic, or recreational assets of the canal corridor.

2018 Priority Consideration

The bicentennial period (1817-1825) of the Canal System continues in 2018, which also marks the centennial of the currently operating NYS Canal System (Barge Canal). Events that mark these anniversaries will be given priority consideration.

We are also placing increasing emphasis on recreational experiences that help people explore and enjoy the waterway, Canalway Trail, and surrounding communities and heritage assets. Cycling, paddling, adaptive sports, hiking/walking events will be given priority consideration.

Find instructions and an online application at https://eriecanalway.org/resources/grants .

Erie Canalway Commission & Board Meeting

January 24, 2018, 10am-1pm

Red Mill Inn, Baldwinsville

The commission and board meet quarterly to plan and direct activities within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. The public is welcome to attend.

RSVP: [email protected]

Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor | PO Box 219, Waterford, NY 12188 | 518-237-7000 | [email protected] | www.eriecanalway.org

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