For History FAQ
Do we pay for the marker?
No. The Pomeroy Foundation pays for the marker, pole and shipping at no cost to you. Once the application for a marker is approved, you will receive an email with a Letter of Agreement to be signed electronically by an authorized representative of your organization. When this is completed, the Foundation will mail a check that covers the total cost to your organization, as well as information that explains how to order the marker from our authorized foundry.
Categories: Historic Canals, Legends & Lore, National Register, NYS Historic Markers, Women's SuffrageMy organization has a small budget. Will there be a cost if we are awarded a marker grant?
Our grants do not require matching funds. The Pomeroy Foundation provides funds that cover the entire cost of the marker, pole and shipping. You are only responsible for the installation.
Categories: Historic Canals, Legends & Lore, National Register, NYS Historic Markers, Women's SuffrageCan I apply for a marker commemorating my home or commercial business?
Our grants are open to all municipalities, charitable 501(c)(3) organizations and nonprofit academic institutions in New York State. The applying agency must fall into one of these categories. Often, municipal historians or local historical organizations (or related nonprofits) will apply for a marker on behalf of the property owner.
Categories: NYS Historic MarkersIf my application is not approved due to insufficient documentation, may we resubmit our application during a future grant round if our documentation is complete?
Yes. However, we often grant 30-day extensions to applicants in order to allow time to gather any additional primary sources we may request in support of your application.
Categories: NYS Historic MarkersHow many markers do you fund in each round? Will submitting my application early increase my chances of receiving funding?
Our historic signage grants are non-competitive, which means we do not limit the total number of marker grants awarded in each grant round. Applicants cannot apply for more than five (5) markers per grant round. All qualifying applications submitted by the regional deadlines are considered for funding.
Categories: NYS Historic MarkersCan I apply for more than one marker grant at the same time?
Yes! You may apply for multiple markers in each grant round or in subsequent grant rounds. You may also apply for grants from different programs, including Legends & Lore®, National Register of Historic Places and Historic Transportation Canals.
Categories: Historic Canals, Legends & Lore, National Register, NYS Historic Markers, Women's SuffrageHow do we define folklore?
We understand that the definition of folklore can vary greatly. For our purposes, we define folklore as generally describing traditional customs, tales, sayings, dances or art forms of a community shared by word of mouth or observation. Whether based in fiction or truth, folklore comprises the things people believe, say, do and make. Folklore can be expressed in numerous ways, including as legends, folktales, myths and superstitions.
Categories: For History, Legends & Lore