New York grants for Nonprofits

The Community Impact Grant (CIG) Program for Fiscal Year 2024, offered by the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County (RDA), is designed to support community-based 501(c)(3) organizations in Prince George’s County. This program aligns with the RDA's broader mission to revitalize and enhance communities and the quality of life within the county. By providing grants for small innovative capital projects, the RDA aims to foster significant, tangible improvements at the neighborhood level, thereby directly contributing to its strategic priorities of community development and well-being. The target beneficiaries of the CIG Program are civic/neighborhood associations and community-based 501(c)(3) organizations located within Prince George’s County and in good standing with the State of Maryland. The program's impact goals are centered on revitalizing and enhancing communities through specific capital projects. These projects are expected to lead to measurable improvements in the local environment, public spaces, and commercial areas, ultimately benefiting the residents by creating more vibrant, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing surroundings. The program prioritizes projects within two main categories: Neighborhood Beautification and Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability. Under Neighborhood Beautification, the focus areas include streetscape improvements, street furniture, pedestrian enhancements, recreational improvements, signage, banners, way-finding systems, commercial façade improvements, internal/external improvements to public-use commercial buildings, and permanent public art installations. For Environment, Natural Resources and Sustainability, the focus is on the restoration of parks, streams, and open space, urban agriculture, replenishment of tree canopy, green roofs, low impact development, storm water management, and the preservation of historic landmarks, structures, and sites. Expected outcomes include visible improvements in neighborhood aesthetics, increased accessibility and usability of public spaces, enhanced environmental quality, and the preservation of historical assets. Measurable results could include the number of new public art installations, miles of enhanced streetscapes, acres of restored green space, or the number of commercial facades improved. The RDA's theory of change posits that by investing in these specific capital projects through community organizations, they can empower local groups to directly address community needs, leading to sustainable improvements in infrastructure, environment, and overall quality of life, which in turn reinforces the strategic goal of comprehensive community redevelopment. The grant performance period is one year from the date of execution of a CIG Grant Agreement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to transport youth to county and local agricultural fairs, promoting education and community engagement in agriculture.

This funding opportunity supports community organizations in western and central New York that are working to reduce firearm violence through education and intervention, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations such as pregnant individuals, young children, and older adults.

This grant provides funding to partnerships and organizations working to improve water quality and habitats in the Chesapeake Bay watershed through innovative practices that reduce nutrient and sediment pollution.

This program provides financial support for transportation and related costs to help youth groups attend county and local fairs, promoting agricultural education and engagement.

The FY2025 LGBTQIA+ Community Development Grant, offered by the Executive Office of Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Mayor’s Office on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Affairs (MOLGBTQA), aims to support Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) serving the District of Columbia’s LGBTQIA+ community. This grant aligns with the Mayor's broader mission to foster a vibrant, safe, and equitable city for all residents, including those within the LGBTQIA+ community. The grant's focus on community development reflects a strategic priority to empower local organizations to address specific needs and improve the quality of life for a key demographic within the District. The primary target beneficiaries of this grant are LGBTQIA+ residents and/or business owners in the District of Columbia. The impact goals are to support services that contribute to a "Downtown Comeback," enhance "Public Safety," and improve "Education" within the community. These goals are designed to create significant, lasting change, protect the middle class, reduce violence, and ensure every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. The grant seeks to strengthen communities by providing access to job opportunities, affordable living, and quality educational and recreational activities. The grant prioritizes services in three key areas: Downtown Comeback, Public Safety, and Education. "Downtown Comeback" envisions a reimagined downtown where residents, workers, and visitors can live, work, and play in vibrant centers, positioning DC as a global leader in serving its residents. "Public Safety" aims to reverse rising trends in violence, including gun violence, through investments in education, housing, and economic development to improve residents' quality of life. "Education" focuses on strengthening schools as community heartbeats, ensuring every child can pursue their dreams through basic education, sports, arts, and civic engagement. Eligible organizations can be awarded up to $50,000 for projects running from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. Expected outcomes include a more vibrant and inclusive downtown, a reduction in violence and improved public safety, and enhanced educational and recreational opportunities for LGBTQIA+ youth and residents. Measurable results will likely be tied to the specific programs implemented by CBOs within the funding priorities, such as increased engagement in downtown activities, decreases in crime rates, and improvements in academic performance or participation in youth programs. This grant embodies MOLGBTQA’s theory of change, which posits that investing in community-based initiatives across these critical areas will lead to a stronger, safer, and more prosperous District of Columbia for its LGBTQIA+ population.

This funding opportunity provides $200,000 annually for five years to establish a training center in New York State that will enhance healthcare providers' ability to deliver culturally competent care and address health disparities affecting communities impacted by HIV, STIs, and other health issues.

The Health Foundation for Western & Central New York, in partnership with Univera Healthcare, is offering the 2024 Health Equity Innovation Awards, providing funding of up to $30,000 to nonprofit organizations for innovative health and wellness programs aimed at reducing racial and ethnic health disparities in Western New York.

This grant provides funding to a qualified not-for-profit organization to manage a statewide Youth Advisory Board that empowers young adults with lived experience in foster care, juvenile justice, and homelessness to influence policy and improve outcomes for their peers in New York State.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and Tribal groups in New York to train young people from disadvantaged communities for careers in clean energy and environmental conservation.

This program provides unrestricted funding to small arts organizations rooted in communities of color, helping them sustain and expand their cultural practices while addressing systemic inequities.

The Tompkins County Community Celebrations Grants program is designed to enhance the quality of life within the county by supporting events that promote community understanding, strengthen identity, and offer informative, educational, and enjoyable experiences. This initiative directly aligns with the county's mission to foster a vibrant and cohesive community by empowering local groups and municipalities to celebrate their cultural heritage and diverse interests. The program seeks to create a more engaged and connected populace through shared experiences, contributing to the overall well-being and civic pride of Tompkins County residents. The primary beneficiaries of these grants are nonprofit organizations with 501(c)3 status and municipalities located within Tompkins County. The impact goals include fostering community cohesion, celebrating cultural heritage, and providing accessible, enriching events for all residents. The program prioritizes events that are endorsed by a municipality or community group, commemorate the cultural heritage of Tompkins County, and take the form of festivals, fairs, or events recognizing specific communities, neighborhoods, or cultural interests. Examples of supported events include International Mud Day, the Brooktondale Apple Festival, GIAC Festival of Nations, and the Latino Civic Association Annual Picnic, demonstrating a commitment to a broad range of cultural and community celebrations. The grants range from $500 to $2,500, with a larger "Size of the Grant" indicated as $1,000 to $10,000, suggesting flexibility in funding depending on the scope and impact of the proposed event. The grant activity period typically runs from November 2024 to April 2025, ensuring that funded events occur within a defined timeframe. Eligible funding uses include supporting local artists, performers, or cultural programmers, promotion and marketing efforts, professional services necessary for a successful event, educational materials, and reusable banners or promotional items. This comprehensive approach to funding ensures that events are well-resourced and can achieve their objectives effectively. The expected outcomes of the Community Celebrations Grants program are increased community engagement, a stronger sense of local identity, and enhanced cultural understanding among residents. Measurable results could include attendance figures at funded events, participant feedback on event quality and impact, and the number of diverse cultural groups represented. The foundation's strategic priority is to invest in initiatives that directly contribute to the social and cultural vitality of Tompkins County, operating on the theory of change that by supporting inclusive and celebratory events, the county can cultivate a more harmonious, knowledgeable, and enjoyable environment for all its citizens.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit agencies in New York State to enhance community residences that assist transition-age youth, particularly those at risk of child welfare involvement, by improving staffing, training, and specialized services for their successful transition to adulthood.

The FreshConnect CSA for SNAP program, managed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, aims to increase access to fresh, locally grown produce for SNAP participants by partially subsidizing the cost of CSA shares. The program supports New York farmers and strengthens community bonds. A total of $250,000 in funding is available, with each project receiving up to $50,000. Applications are accepted until August 27, 2024, and awards are announced on a rolling basis.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to clinics in New York State to improve healthcare access and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, focusing on enhancing facilities, equipment, and care coordination.

The Lewis County Youth Development Program is seeking applications for grants to fund a wide variety of youth development initiatives. While the specific foundation mission is not explicitly stated, the program aligns with a broad mission of fostering positive youth development and providing community-level services, opportunities, and supports for young people in Lewis County, New York. The program aims to encourage municipalities to invest in a diverse range of activities that contribute to the holistic growth of youth. The target beneficiaries of this program are youth under 21 years of age residing in Lewis County. The impact goals are to promote positive youth development across several key areas. These areas include Citizenship and Civic Engagement, fostering youth leadership and cultural competency; Community involvement through youth activism, mentoring, and community service; Economic Security, focusing on career development and life skills; Physical and Emotional Health, encompassing seasonal activities like summer camps and opportunities for creative expression; Education, specifically "out-of-school time" programming for educational engagement and drop-out prevention; and Family, offering conflict resolution supports. The program prioritizes a comprehensive approach to youth development, encouraging a wide variety of programs that address multiple facets of a young person's life. A strong focus is placed on inclusivity, requiring a non-discrimination policy that ensures no youth are denied services based on ethnicity/race, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or other disability, national origin, or any protected characteristic. Data collection, including participant demographic information, is also a key focus, emphasizing accurate reporting of anonymized aggregate data to OCFS. Expected outcomes include enhanced youth leadership, increased community engagement, improved economic readiness, better physical and emotional well-being, stronger educational attainment, and more resilient family units among the youth served. Measurable results will be derived from the collected participant demographic information and program-specific data as required by OCFS. The program's strategic priorities are to support community-level services that demonstrate competency in governance, monitoring and evaluation, partnership, and financial stewardship, aligning with a theory of change that posits comprehensive, well-managed, and inclusive youth programs lead to positive individual and community-wide developmental outcomes for young people. The project period for these grants is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local and state governments, non-profit organizations, and tribal entities in New York State to implement community-driven initiatives that enhance roadway safety and reduce traffic-related fatalities and injuries.

This grant provides $3,000 to individual artists in Warren or Washington County, NY, for community-focused projects that celebrate the region's cultural and social diversity.

This grant provides financial support to small nonprofits focused on promoting diversity and inclusion for underserved communities, including various racial, ethnic, and LGBTQIA+ groups.

The Food Safety Education Fund grants program, administered by the Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development (MDARD), is designed to enhance food safety throughout Michigan. Funded by assessments on licensed food establishments, the program aligns with a mission to protect public health by providing critical food safety training and education. This initiative directly supports the broader goal of ensuring a safe food supply for all Michigan residents. The foundation's strategic priority is to prevent foodborne illness through proactive education and the empowerment of various stakeholders within the food system. The program primarily targets two key beneficiary groups: Michigan consumers and food service establishment employees, as well as agents of the director who enforce food regulations (e.g., local health department sanitarians and MDARD food safety inspectors). The impact goal is to improve food safety knowledge and practices among these groups, ultimately reducing the incidence of foodborne illnesses. Eligibility is restricted to Michigan governmental and non-profit organizations and entities, ensuring that the grants support organizations deeply embedded in community health and public service. Producers, marketers, processors, and growers are explicitly excluded to maintain the program's focus on education and training. For the 2024-2025 grant cycle, up to $365,600 is available, with a specific allocation of $242,500 for consumer food safety education and $114,100 for food service establishment employees and regulatory agents. This demonstrates a clear prioritization of widespread public education while also fortifying the knowledge base of those directly involved in food handling and enforcement. The grant duration is typically one year, though multi-year proposals are considered on an individual basis, contingent on future funding availability. Proposals should specifically avoid requesting funding for routine or required training, such as HACCP or ServSafe certification, emphasizing a focus on innovative and supplementary educational initiatives. Proposals are evaluated based on several key criteria, including goals and objectives to improve food safety, assessment of statewide need and audience, measurable outcomes, potential for partnering with other organizations, inclusion of matching funds, and opportunities to build upon previously funded projects. These selection criteria reflect the program's theory of change, which posits that strategic partnerships, evidence-based interventions, and quantifiable results are essential for achieving sustainable improvements in food safety. The expected outcomes include a more informed public, better-trained food service professionals, and more effective enforcement of food safety regulations, all contributing to a safer food environment across Michigan.