SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Sullivan 180 announced the latest round of grant awards in its School and Community Beautification Grant Program. These investments support volunteer efforts that go beyond aesthetics to create and care for public spaces that encourage physical activity, foster social connection, and support overall well-being, the organization said. “Public spaces contribute to building healthier, more vibrant communities where residents can live, learn, work and thrive.”

The 2026 Sullivan 180 Beautification Program grant recipients include:

Callicoon Business Association, for Callicoon Blooms

Callicoon Depot, for its garden project

Cochecton Volunteer Ambulance Corp., for its flagpole garden enhancement

ENGN CNTR, for the ENGN Pollinator Garden

Livingston Manor Renaissance, for Manor—Bloom On!

Roscoe O&W Railway Museum, for its historic marker viewing area and garden enhancement

Town of Liberty, for Town of Liberty beautification

Town of Lumberland Parks and Rec., for Lumberland Pride

White Sulphur Springs Sullivan First, for Seeing Us!

School Beautification Program grant recipients:

The Center for Discovery, for Healing Gardens for Growth and Learning

Monticello Central School District’s Kenneth L. Rutherford School, for Still We Rise!

Sullivan West Central School District’s elementary school, for landscape improvement at the front entry

Sullivan West High School, to beautify the secondary school entrance

“Each of these projects reflects the pride and care communities have for the places they share,” said Carmela Hugel, beautification program manager. “By enhancing school campuses, parks, community entrance signs, and public gardens, we’re creating spaces that bring people together, encourage healthier lifestyles, and make our communities more vibrant and inviting for everyone.”

Community projects are always seeking volunteers to participate. Contact Anne-Louise Scandariato, director of community engagement, at 845/295-2405 to connect with a project in your community. 

For information on beautification grants, contact Carmela Hugel at 845/295-2453 or Carmela@Sullivan180.org.