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New York grants for Special district governments

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Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program - Round 19
$2,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local entities in New York State for projects that protect viable farmland from development and promote agricultural conservation efforts.

Agriculture
County governments
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
Round 20 Farmland Protection Implementation Grants
$3,000,000
New New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 19, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to counties, municipalities, and conservation organizations for acquiring agricultural conservation easements to protect viable farmland in New York from being converted to non-farm uses.

Agriculture
City or township governments
Dual Enrollment Programs
Contact for amount
New York State Education Department (NYSED)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 14, 2026

This initiative allows high schools and accredited colleges in New York to partner, enabling students to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously, thereby enhancing college readiness and reducing future education costs.

Education
Independent school districts
Hudson River Valley Greenway Conservancy Trail Grant
$250,000
New York State Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley (HRVG)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 7, 2024

This grant provides funding to municipalities and non-profit organizations in New York's Hudson River Valley to develop, improve, and maintain trail systems that enhance public access to the river and promote environmental education and cultural preservation.

Environment
Nonprofits
Brownfield Opportunity Area Program
$400,000
New York Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities, non-profits, and community boards in New York State for revitalizing areas impacted by brownfields through planning and environmental assessments.

Community Development
City or township governments
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
Climate Smart Communities Grant Program
$2,000,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This program provides funding to New York State municipalities for projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate change resilience.

Environment
City or township governments
Fiscal Year 2026 Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program - Region 2
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Department of Homeland Security - FEMA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

Jul 1, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state, local, tribal governments, and eligible organizations to enhance flood hazard mapping and risk analysis efforts, focusing on completing existing projects to improve community resilience against flooding.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
State governments
Environmental Protection Fund Grants Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage
$675,000
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to municipalities, state agencies, and not-for-profit organizations in New York for the development and improvement of parks, historic properties, and heritage areas.

Recreation
City or township governments
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
Market New York Tourism Grant Program
$7,000,000
New York Empire State Development (ESD)
State

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, and businesses in New York to promote tourism through marketing initiatives, special events, and business gatherings that attract visitors to the state.

Recreation
Nonprofits
Support and Capital Infrastructure Program
$5,000,000
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Office of Resilient Homes and Communities (RHC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 14, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments and nonprofit organizations in New York State to improve infrastructure and public facilities, enhancing resilience against future flooding and disasters in areas affected by Hurricane Ida.

Infrastructure
County governments
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
CAFO Enhanced Nutrient and Methane Management Program
$21,000,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help CAFO-permitted farmers improve manure management practices, reduce methane emissions, and enhance nutrient conservation.

Agriculture
Special district governments
Growing Reforestation Opportunities
$46,200,000
New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 5, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for a wide range of organizations and individuals to establish new forests, restore degraded areas, and enhance existing forest ecosystems in New York State.

Environment
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
F26AS00062: Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Restoration Act FY 2026
$500,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Fish and Wildlife Service)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jun 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to various organizations and governments for projects that restore and protect fish and wildlife habitats in the Great Lakes Basin.

Natural Resources
State governments
Drinking Water Fluoridation RFA
$1,000,000
New York State Department of Health
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 12, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New York State municipalities for planning and implementing or upgrading fluoridation systems in their drinking water to improve public health and oral hygiene.

Health
City or township governments
FAST New York Shovel-Ready Grant Program
$1,000,000
New York State Empire State Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This program provides funding and support to municipalities and designated organizations in New York State to develop and improve large industrial sites, attracting major employers in key industries like semiconductor and high-tech manufacturing.

Infrastructure
County governments