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New York grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education

Explore 147 grant opportunities

Honda Corporate Funding - Community Event Sponsorships
$25,000
Honda USA Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to U.S.-based nonprofit organizations and schools for community events that promote cultural enrichment, connection, and civic engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Technical Skills Training and Upskilling Program
$500,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 23, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations in New York State for developing and delivering training programs that enhance skills in the clean energy sector, focusing on areas like energy efficiency, renewable energy, and electric vehicle infrastructure.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Utilizing the Full Power of Empire AI Program
$6,000,000
Simons Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This funding opportunity supports ambitious research projects in mathematics and basic science that leverage advanced computational capabilities, specifically targeting faculty members at eligible institutions who utilize multinode GPU clusters to tackle significant scientific challenges.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Nonprofit Capacity Building Initiative
$5,000
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2026

This initiative provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties to strengthen their internal capabilities through professional consultation and resources.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
Charge Ready NY - Large Public Sector Project Program
$15,000,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 20, 2026

Date Added

Aug 19, 2026

This program provides funding to public sector organizations in New York State to develop and install publicly accessible electric vehicle charging stations, promoting electric vehicle adoption and reducing emissions.

Transportation
State governments
Workforce Pell Grant
Contact for amount
New York State Governor's Office
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 25, 2026

This initiative provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing short-term workforce training programs in high-demand industries across New York State, making career-focused education more affordable.

Workforce Development
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
TD Bank Capacity Building Fund
$150,000
TD Charitable Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations focused on improving their services for low- to moderate-income and historically underserved communities through strategic investments in planning, staff development, and technology.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Flexible Technical Assistance (FlexTech) Grant Program
$500,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 20, 2026

This program provides financial assistance for technical studies to help New York State businesses, institutions, and multifamily property owners evaluate energy efficiency and carbon reduction opportunities.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Harmful Algal Bloom Research Grant Program
$2,500,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Date Added

May 8, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research initiatives aimed at understanding and addressing harmful algal blooms in New York State, targeting partnerships among government entities, academic institutions, nonprofits, and tribal organizations.

Environment
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NY Sun Residential Nonresidential Incentive Grant Program
Contact for amount
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2026

This program provides financial incentives to approved contractors for installing solar photovoltaic systems at residential and nonresidential sites across New York State, supporting clean energy adoption and reducing upfront costs for customers.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Legends & Lore® Marker Grant Program
Contact for amount
William G. Pomeroy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

Date Added

Aug 26, 2025

This grant provides funding for historical markers that celebrate local legends and folklore, aimed at nonprofit organizations and government entities in select U.S. states to promote cultural heritage and tourism.

Humanities
Nonprofits
Workforce Development Capital Grant Program
$3,000,000
New York Empire State Development (ESD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This program provides funding for workforce training providers in New York to improve their facilities and resources, helping them better prepare individuals, especially from underrepresented communities, for high-demand jobs in various industries.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Community Reforestation Grants
$3,000,000
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 4, 2026

Date Added

Jan 8, 2025

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.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
Ogdensburg DRI Open Call for Projects
$9,700,000
City of Ogdensburg
Local

Application Deadline

Sep 8, 2026

Date Added

Aug 17, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to support transformative projects that enhance downtown Ogdensburg, including public improvements, new developments, and marketing initiatives, with a focus on revitalization and community engagement.

Community Development
City or township governments
Helpful Harvest Grant
Contact for amount
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 4, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Herkimer and Oneida Counties that operate food pantries, soup kitchens, or shelters to help address food insecurity during the holiday season.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Neighborhood Greening Grants Program
$2,000
Syracuse Parks Conservancy
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 24, 2023

This grant provides funding to community groups in Syracuse for projects that enhance local parks and recreational areas through volunteer-led initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Regional Resilience Grants
$200,000
The Understory
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2026

Date Added

Jul 24, 2026

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public-serving institutions in the Hudson Valley to implement projects that enhance community resilience in areas such as culture, ecology, food and farming, and shelter.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Friends of NRA State Fund Grant Program
$5,000
Friends of NRA
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 14, 2026

Date Added

Aug 5, 2026

This program provides financial support and resources to nonprofit organizations and government entities for initiatives that promote safe firearm use, education, and community outreach related to shooting sports and firearm safety.

Recreation
State governments
Growing the Clean Energy Workforce – Electric Vehicles (GCEW-EV)
$600,000
New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 3, 2026

Date Added

Apr 14, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for organizations to develop training programs that prepare individuals for careers in electric vehicle repair, maintenance, and related services, with a focus on benefiting residents of Disadvantaged Communities in New York State.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits