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Nyack Tourism Grant Allocations 2025, Round 4

The Village of Nyack Board of Trustees, in collaboration with the Nyack Business Council, has allocated $51,000 for the current round of the Nyack Tourism Grant program. After careful review of applications, presentations, and recommendations, the Board of Trustees has approved the following grants for tourism promotion projects. The Village Administrator is authorized to execute the necessary agreements, subject to review by the Village Attorney. Any unused funds will be rolled into the next round of the grant program.

Approved Tourism Grants:

  1. Arts Rock Events – $4,000
  2. Carolyn Doyle – Social Dance Parties – $1,000
  3. Ecstatic Dance Events – $2,450
  4. Edward Hopper House – Plein Air Festival – $3,500
  5. Elmwood Playhouse – $2,400
  6. Historical Society – Historic House Tour – $5,000
  7. Laura Graham – Second Hand Shop Hop – $1,200
  8. Maragon Management/Hippie Dippie Threads – Wellness Event – $1,000
  9. Maureen’s Jazz Cellar – $4,000
  10. Modern Druid – Spirit of South Broadway – $2,000
  11. Music for Life – Night Out – $1,500
  12. Nyack International Film Festival – $5,000
  13. Nyack Art Collective – First Fridays – $1,800
  14. Nyack Library – Nyack BIPOC Business Event – $2,000
  15. Phoenix Theater Ensemble – Phoenix Festival – $5,000
  16. Rockland Jazz and Blues Society – Nyack Jazz Week – $2,000
  17. Rockland Pride Center – Various Events – $2,000
  18. The Angel Nyack – Ukuleles on the Hudson – $2,000
  19. Trade and Prosper – Nyack Village Craft Walk – $2,500

Nyack Tourism Grant Application 2025 – Round 4 Summary

The Nyack Tourism Grant (NTG) program, funded by a tax on hotel room occupancy, supports projects that promote tourism in Nyack, especially those that encourage overnight stays. Grants are available for events and experiences that highlight Nyack's unique assets, such as its waterfront, parks, and vibrant downtown.

Grant Overview:

  • Grant Amounts: $1,000 - $7,500
  • Eligible Projects: Events or experiences taking place between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025.
  • Focus Areas: Projects should promote Nyack’s businesses, increase overnight stays, reflect the village’s diversity, and leverage local assets.

Next Round:

  • Grant Round 4: Open for projects from January 1 to December 31, 2025.
  • A new round will be held in May/June 2025 for projects between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

Application Process:

  • Coaching Period: October 4–31, 2024. Applicants can seek guidance from Visit Nyack on project plans and marketing.
  • Deadline: November 29, 2024, 5 PM for application submission.
  • Application Review: The Nyack Business Council will score applications in December 2024, with the Village Board voting on awards in January 2025.

Contact: For assistance, contact Thomas Schneck at Visit Nyack via email (schneck.thomas@outlook.com) or phone (914-213-2618).

Total Grants Awarded:

  • 28 grants awarded in previous rounds, totaling $96,850, with an average grant of approximately $3,500 per project.

This program is designed to help strengthen Nyack’s position as a premier tourist destination and support local businesses.

Nyack Tourism Grants Summary 2023-2025 - Click for Summary Presentation

In 2023 and 2024, the Village Board of Trustees approved a total of $96,850 in grants for various tourism projects. These grants were awarded based on recommendations from Visit Nyack and the Nyack Business Council.

Notable Grants Include:

  • Arts Rock – $4,000 for “Candlelight Concert Series”
  • Phoenix Theatre Ensemble – $7,500 for “Phoenix Festival”
  • Edward Hopper House – $5,000 for “Nyack Plein Air Festival”
  • Hotel Nyack – $6,950 for “Experience Nyack Package”
  • Maureen’s Jazz Cellar – $3,000 for “Nyack Jazz Festival”
  • Rockland Fashion Week – $6,000 for “Fashion and Dogs on Broadway”
  • Rivertown Film – $1,400 for “Jonathan Demme Close-Up”
  • Joe G Food Tours – $5,000 for “Hudson Valley Foodie-Scursion Weekends to Nyack”

DOWNLOADS:

  1. Appendix A - Excel version
  2. Appendix A - Sample
  3. NTG Application Form - Word Version
  4. NTG Application Sample
  5. NTG Presentation
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