Field Hall Foundation Grants

The Field Hall Foundation is a private philanthropic organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for older adults and their caregivers within a defined region of New York State. The Foundation focuses its funding on programs and services that address the essential needs of individuals aged 60 and older, particularly those who are low-income or otherwise vulnerable. By concentrating its resources within Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, the Foundation aims to produce meaningful, localized impact through targeted grantmaking that supports community-based service providers and public agencies. The primary purpose of the Foundation’s grantmaking program is to fund initiatives that directly address critical challenges faced by older adults and their caregivers. Priority areas include food insecurity, home-based care services, respite and support for caregivers, elder safety and abuse prevention, social work and case management, and transportation services. These focus areas reflect the Foundation’s commitment to ensuring that seniors can remain safe, supported, and independent in their communities while also recognizing the vital role of caregivers in maintaining that stability. The Foundation offers two funding tiers within the same grant program: small grants of up to 15000 dollars and full grants exceeding 15000 dollars. In exceptional cases, funding requests greater than 50000 dollars may be considered if discussed with the Foundation in advance. Grants are intended to support the creation, expansion, or continuation of programs and projects, as well as minor capital improvements. However, the Foundation does not fund general operating expenses, large-scale capital projects, research, scholarships, loans, or endowment contributions. Funding is provided for a one-year period, and multi-year funding is not available. Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that operate within Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties and whose programs directly serve older adults and caregivers in these areas. Nonprofit applicants are generally required to have an annual operating budget of at least 1000000 dollars and a full-time executive director, although these requirements may not apply to smaller grant requests. Applicants must demonstrate a history of delivering direct services to the target population or present a credible plan to expand services into the Foundation’s geographic focus area. Individuals and other foundations are not eligible to apply. The application process begins with the submission of a Letter of Inquiry, which serves as an initial screening step. For the Fall 2026 grant cycle, Letters of Inquiry must be submitted by May 27, 2026. Organizations whose proposals align with the Foundation’s priorities may be invited to submit a full application by the end of June 2026. Final grant awards for this cycle are expected to be announced by the end of September 2026. Applicants are required to complete the appropriate Letter of Inquiry form and submit it via email along with a concise description of the organization, the proposed project, its goals, and a preliminary budget. Applications are evaluated based on alignment with the Foundation’s focus areas, the demonstrated need for the proposed program, and the anticipated impact on older adults and caregivers in the service area. Additional considerations include the organization’s capacity to implement the project, clarity of the proposed budget, and overall feasibility. The grant period for the Fall 2026 cycle runs from November 2026 through October 2027, and applicants must outline how their project will be executed within this timeframe. The Foundation encourages prospective applicants to contact program staff prior to submission to discuss project ideas and confirm alignment with funding priorities. The primary contact for inquiries is the Program Officer, who provides guidance on eligibility and proposal development. Because the Foundation funds a large number of organizations, previous grantees are generally required to wait two years before reapplying, depending on the grant cycle. This structured yet accessible process supports the Foundation’s goal of funding impactful programs that address the most pressing needs of older adults and their caregivers in the region.

Align proposals with priority areas serving low income seniors and caregivers and contact the foundation before submitting to confirm fit