The Sacred Sites Program of the New York Landmarks Conservancy

A facade restoration company and construction contractor in Queens, New York, Proto Restoration Construction has performed a number of historical restoration projects over its three decades of operation. To further promote the conservation of regional buildings, Proto and its management team support an active partnership with the New York Landmarks Conservancy.

The New York Landmarks Conservancy advocates for the protection of New York’s architectural heritage by advancing beneficial government policy and educating the general public. The organization also sponsors multiple grant opportunities through initiatives such as the Sacred Sites Program.

By providing both Sacred Sites Grants and Sacred Sites Challenge Grants, the Sacred Sites Program assists religious organizations throughout the state of New York. The New York Landmarks Conservancy launched this program in 1986 to respond to the evolving conservancy needs of historic religious properties. Over the years, Sacred Sites has awarded more than 1,300 grants for a combined total of nearly $10 million. These grants were distributed to 760 religious organizations of various denominations throughout New York State. 

Standard Sacred Sites Grants draw from the Sacred Sites Fund to offer grants of $10,000 or less. Ideal for larger restoration projects, the Sacred Sites Challenge program offers matching grants of between $25,000 and $75,000.