Grant opportunity: The New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are now accepting proposals for their Tourism Infrastructure & Amenity Support grant. This program provides funding for capital improvement projects and equipment purchases that enhance recreation and tourism along the New York State Canal System. In particular, the  New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are interested in projects that focus on accessibility to people of all priorities and addressing gaps in services and amenities.

Eligibility:  Eligible applicants include counties, municipalities, units of local government, not-for-profit organizations, and federally recognized Native American tribes located within the National Heritage Corridor.

Grant Amount: Awards will range between $5,000 and $24,000. 

Application Deadline: November 20th, 2026

For more information: For more information or to apply, click here. 

Brockport Research Institute is a NYS-certified woman-owned business enterprise that provides grant-writing, evaluation, project management, and professional learning services. If you or your organization are interested in this grant and want to know how Brockport Research Institute can help, please reach out to us at grants@brockportresearchinstitute.com or 1585-431-3416. Brockport Research Institute is not affiliated with this grant program, the New York State Canal Corporation, or the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor.