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The William G. Pomeroy Foundation Legends and Lore Marker Grant Program funds cast aluminum roadside historical markers that celebrate local history, promote heritage tourism, and educate the public.
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Pomeroy Marker dedication for The Lafayette Trail, Skaneateles, N. Y. The William G.
Pomeroy Foundation is proud to fund roadside historical markers that help celebrate local history, promote heritage tourism, and educate the public. We generally offer marker grants through two types of programs: Signature Programs, which we fully manage, and Partner Programs, developed in collaboration with other organizations.
Eligibility and Guidelines Marker grants are generally available to: Nonprofit academic institutions Local, state, and federal government entities Our funding is focused on cast aluminum, roadside-style markers consistent with our Signature Program designs. We do not fund plaques, interpretive signs, or markers made from other materials. All signage must be created in partnership with the Pomeroy Foundation.
Our Signature Programs are administered entirely by our team of knowledgeable staff, who work closely with applicants from start to finish. We provide support with the application process and help ensure historical accuracy by reviewing required primary sources. These programs span a variety of themes, from folklore and food history to historic transportation and beyond.
Explore our Signature Program offerings to find the marker grant that best aligns with the stories you want to share. We also support Partner Programs through collaborations with nonprofits, academic institutions, and government entities. These programs are created to recognize historically significant topics that may be local, regional, or national in scope.
If your organization is working on a heritage trail, scenic byway, or other historic preservation project, and you see the value in roadside markers for storytelling, tourism, and community engagement—we want to hear from you. Pomeroy Markers Are the Gold Standard Markers play an important role in educating the public, inspiring pride of place, and supporting heritage tourism.
Since 2005, we have funded more than 2,800 markers in 49 states and Washington, D. C. , from small towns to major cities and even remote areas of Alaska.
What makes a Pomeroy Marker unique is our commitment to historical accuracy. Every inscription is carefully reviewed by professional historians using primary source documentation. When you receive a marker, you are not just telling a story.
You are setting a standard. Looking for ideas or simply enjoy discovering local history? Our interactive map is your gateway to thousands of Pomeroy Foundation markers across the country.
Explore what others have commemorated and get inspired to share your community’s story.
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