New York grants for Nonprofits

This grant provides flexible funding to small to mid-size arts organizations in Monroe and Ontario counties, New York, to support their operations and enhance community access to diverse creative arts programming.

This grant provides financial support to Bronx-based individual artists, artist collectives, and small nonprofit arts organizations to enhance the cultural landscape of the borough through diverse artistic projects.

The Advocates for Springfield Fund, established in partnership with the Community Foundation of Otsego County, is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of the Springfield community in New York. This fund emerged from a local grassroots group, also called Advocates for Springfield, which initially focused on promoting good land uses within the town. Having successfully influenced the adoption of a comprehensive plan, zoning ordinance, and other land use laws since its inception in the early 2000s, the group sought to repurpose its remaining financial resources for broader community benefit. The Community Foundation's mission to support local communities aligns directly with this initiative, ensuring the longevity and effective deployment of these funds for the residents of Springfield. The primary beneficiaries of this grant program are local nonprofit organizations that enhance the community's fabric, such as volunteer fire departments and libraries. Additionally, the fund supports initiatives that supplement summer jobs benefiting the community, with a particular focus on childhood education. Groups fiscally sponsored by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization are also eligible, provided they submit evidence of sponsorship. The program explicitly excludes direct grants to individuals or businesses, focusing instead on organizational support that fosters collective well-being and community development. The grant program prioritizes funding for projects that demonstrably contribute to the health and well-being of Springfield residents. This includes supporting essential community services provided by local nonprofits and investing in programs that offer educational and developmental opportunities for children through summer jobs. The focus on childhood education reflects a strategic priority to cultivate a strong future for the community by nurturing its youngest members. The overarching goal is to strengthen the community infrastructure and improve the quality of life for its residents through targeted, community-centric investments. Expected outcomes of this grant program include enhanced support for vital community services, increased opportunities for youth development and education, and a stronger, more resilient Springfield community. Measurable results will be tied to the impact of the funded projects, such as the number of individuals served by supported nonprofits, the number of summer jobs created or supplemented, and the educational outcomes for participating children. The Community Foundation’s strategic priority, as evidenced by allocating up to $1,500 for awards in 2024 with individual awards up to $500, is to distribute resources efficiently to generate meaningful, localized impact. This approach reflects a theory of change where targeted financial support for community-based initiatives leads to tangible improvements in the overall health and well-being of the community.

This funding opportunity is designed to assist small organizations in New York with limited budgets in providing accessible and engaging public humanities programs to underserved communities across the state.

This grant provides funding to nonprofits and government agencies in Western New York to support initiatives that assist caregivers, preserve community assets, enhance access to recreational spaces, and expand youth sports opportunities.

The Huntington Arts Council's General Operating Support Grant aims to fund non-profit arts organizations. This grant directly aligns with the Council's mission to strengthen and enrich arts and culture within Nassau and Suffolk counties in New York. The program provides unrestricted support, allowing recipient organizations flexibility in how they utilize funds to further their artistic programming and operational needs, thereby fostering a vibrant arts community on Long Island. The target beneficiaries of this grant are non-profit arts organizations that offer programming in fields such as creative place-making, dance, design, folk and traditional arts, literary arts, multi-disciplinary arts, music, media arts, theater, and visual arts. The impact goal is to support the continued operation and growth of these organizations, ensuring that arts and culture remain a primary focus in the region and are accessible to the community. The grant prioritizes organizations with an operating budget of $400,000 or less in their most recently completed fiscal year, ensuring support reaches smaller, community-focused groups. Key focuses include organizations that have been active for at least three years, demonstrate a positive impact on arts and culture in Nassau and Suffolk counties, and possess a legal address in these counties, along with proof of non-profit status. The grant specifically excludes individuals, public or private schools, and for-profit organizations. Expected outcomes include the sustained operation and enhanced programming of funded arts organizations. Measurable results will be tied to the successful allocation of grants at either $7,000 or $10,000, and the effective use of these funds for eligible expenses such as rent, marketing, staffing, equipment, and program costs. The grant period spans from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, providing a clear timeframe for the anticipated impact. The Huntington Arts Council's strategic priority is to cultivate a thriving arts ecosystem on Long Island by investing in the foundational stability of local non-profit arts organizations. Their theory of change posits that by providing general operating support, these organizations can more effectively fulfill their missions, innovate in their programming, and deepen their engagement with the community, ultimately leading to a richer cultural landscape for all residents of Nassau and Suffolk counties.

This funding opportunity is designed to help mental health providers establish or expand intensive outpatient programs for children and adolescents in New York State, particularly in underserved areas, to improve access to essential mental health services.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in St. Lawrence County, New York, to support initiatives that enhance arts, culture, conservation, education, and overall health and well-being in the community.

This funding opportunity supports local nonprofit organizations in the greater Rochester area to address environmental health disparities and build community capacity through practical projects.

High Impact Community Outreach (HICO) was proposed by the UUCSF Board of Trustees and approved by the congregation in late 2019. It is a long-term program to fund projects that can make a difference in our local communities and develop connections between the congregation and grantees. Thank you for your interest in the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the South Fork’s (UUCSF) High Impact Community Outreach (HICO) program. Each grant cycle is unique as we select different areas of focus highlighting specific needs in our community. We ask that all applicants ensure that their projects align with at least one of those needs. This is the fifth year of the HICO program. Our focus tries to address the changing needs of our East End community. This year we are shifting from concentrating on the basics to addressing unmet demands of several constituencies. We are cognizant of the pressure on social services by a growing population and recognize that some individuals/groups are being left behind. HICO continues to be a resource to help cope with the challenges/hardships our neighbors are encountering. Please see our 2024 priorities below. We look forward to learning about your project! Needs: – Support for New Entrants to our community – Access to Health Care, including mental health services – Eldercare addressing loneliness, isolation, health and safety – Promote engaging with our History, Cultural Heritage or Democratic Process APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Important information for submitting your application: Fifth Grant Cycle: Begins March 15, 2024 Deadline: Applications Accepted Through May 1, 2024 Decision: Communicated: July, 2024 Submit Application via Mail and electronically: PDF-fillable application should be downloaded from the website and filled out completely Send 2 Hard copies of the completed application to: UUCSF c/o David Holstein 13 Stuart Court Hampton Bays, NY 11946 An electronic copy should also be sent to: [email protected] Please Note: Please complete the application as best you can. Only one grant per applicant every 12 months All narrative pages should be typed using a minimum of 12 pt. font, single spaced on 8 ½ x 11 paper Submit any questions or comments to [email protected] Grant renewed every year.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers with employment services, training, and housing solutions.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations and health facilities to deliver hepatitis C treatment in accessible, non-traditional settings for people who inject drugs, aiming to eliminate health disparities and improve health equity.

This funding opportunity provides up to $25 million for airport capital projects to enhance and modernize New York's commercial and general aviation airports, benefiting local economies and improving transportation infrastructure.

This funding opportunity is designed to support not-for-profit organizations in New York State that provide hepatitis C testing supplies to public health programs and community groups serving high-risk, underinsured populations.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations in New York City and Northeastern New Jersey that focus on innovative programs in social welfare, education, and healthcare, particularly for youth in underserved communities.

This program provides funding to municipalities, nonprofits, and state agencies in New York for urban tree planting projects that enhance green spaces and combat climate change.

This funding program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and local development groups in New York State to host community viewing events for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, promoting regional engagement and economic activity.

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The Northeast SARE Professional Development Grant program aims to advance sustainable agriculture practices by enhancing the knowledge, awareness, skills, and attitudes of agricultural and other service providers. This directly aligns with the foundation's mission to support sustainable agriculture through education and professional development. The grant focuses on empowering professionals who work with farmers, enabling them to teach, advise, or assist in the adoption of sustainable methods. The program seeks to create a ripple effect, where trained service providers then apply their learned expertise to help farmers improve their agricultural practices, fostering a more sustainable food system within the Northeast region. The primary beneficiaries of this program are agricultural service providers, including those in non-profit organizations, colleges, universities, Cooperative Extension, and other entities that serve the farming community. Additionally, the program extends its reach to other service providers such as real estate agents, bankers, and attorneys, who can indirectly influence farmers. The overarching impact goal is to cultivate a more resilient and sustainable agricultural landscape in the Northeast by equipping these professionals with the necessary tools and knowledge. Expected outcomes include increased adoption of sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices by farmers, improved ecological and economic resilience to climate change, and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The program prioritizes a wide array of topics, encompassing marketing and business, crop production, raising livestock, aquaculture, social sustainability, urban and Indigenous agriculture, and traditional ecological knowledge. A significant focus is placed on climate-smart agriculture practices, which are intended to improve ecological, social, and economic resilience to climate change. This includes practices such as reduced and no-till farming, cover cropping, prescribed grazing, ruminant feed management, manure management, fertilizer management, and on-farm energy efficiency. The program's strategic priorities are clearly aligned with addressing contemporary agricultural challenges through education and practical application. Northeast SARE actively encourages projects from, or in collaboration with, women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Furthermore, it encourages proposals from Minority Serving Institutions and other organizations in the Northeast that work with historically underserved communities, demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusivity in agricultural development. The theory of change behind these priorities is that by supporting a diverse range of voices and institutions, the program can foster more innovative and equitable solutions for sustainable agriculture, leading to broader and more effective adoption of sustainable practices across the region. The expected measurable results include an increase in the number of service providers trained in sustainable agriculture, a documented increase in farmers adopting climate-smart practices, and the successful implementation of projects that demonstrate improved ecological, social, and economic resilience. Awards typically range from $30,000 to $150,000, with project lengths usually spanning 2 to 3 years, and a maximum allowed duration of 3.5 years. The program's geographical focus is exclusively on the Northeast region, which includes Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Vermont, and Washington, D.C., ensuring targeted and localized impact within this specific area.

The CNY Arts is offering grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for the year 2025 to individual artists and small nonprofit organizations in six counties of New York, aiming to support the development of arts projects and programming that engage diverse segments of the community, with applications open until October 25, 2024.