Parks & Trails New York (PTNY) has partnered with the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) to bring a second round of competitive grants through the NYS Park and Trail Partnership Program. This grant program offers up to $500,000 in matching grants to official Friends Organizations of New York State trails or historic sites. The grants are to be used to enhance preservation and stewardship, increase sustainability, and promote tourism. To read more about eligibility and the program requirements, visit their website. The deadline for completed applications is December 2, 2016. Award announcements are expected to be made in March 2017.