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New York Community Development Grants

Explore 443 grant opportunities

Micro-Grant Program
$2,500
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 10, 2026

This program provides flexible funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties, supporting small-scale community initiatives and organizational development.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
Rapid Response Grants
$5,000
North Star Fund
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to grassroots organizations in New York City and the Hudson Valley that need immediate resources to respond to urgent social justice issues and drive systemic change.

Social Advocacy
Nonprofits
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
Veterans Microgrant Program
$15,000
Dutchess County Division of Veterans Services
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2024

This program provides one-time funding to local nonprofit organizations and municipalities in Dutchess County to improve services and programs for veterans.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Feed the Need Grant
$50,000
The Conor J. Casey Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 31, 2026

Date Added

Jun 11, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Western New York that address food insecurity and promote holistic nourishment for underserved communities.

Food and Nutrition
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
Neighborhood Mini-Grant Program
Contact for amount
Sustainable Finger Lakes
Private

Application Deadline

Oct 1, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding for community-led projects in Tompkins County that promote sustainability, resilience, and social equity, encouraging local residents to enhance their quality of life and engage in civic activities.

Environment
Individuals
The Charles Hayden Foundation Grant
$12,000
The Charles Hayden Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2023

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and schools in New York City, Boston, and Newark, New Jersey, that focus on youth development and education, helping young people achieve academic and career success.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
The Adirondack Foundation Generous Acts Grant
$30,000
The Adirondack Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofits, schools, and municipalities in the Adirondack region to address critical community needs and promote long-term improvements in basic needs, education, and economic vitality.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Allegany County Area Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Allegany County Area Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 21, 2025

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations that enhance community well-being in Allegany County, New York, focusing on special projects that benefit local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Office for Faith and Nonprofit Development Services Technical Assistance Grant Program
$660,000
New York Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

Jul 9, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York State to deliver free technical assistance services that help other nonprofits improve their operations, compliance, and ability to secure public funding.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
DFT Communications Robert Maytum Memorial Golf Tournament Community Betterment Fund
Contact for amount
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in northern Chautauqua County for projects that enhance community well-being and address local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Live Like Luca Youth Sports Grants
$5,000
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Western New York to help children and families facing financial challenges participate in youth sports and educational activities.

Youth
Nonprofits
Safety First Grant Program
Contact for amount
Norfolk Southern
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 3, 2026

Date Added

May 4, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities within 30 miles of Norfolk Southern's rail lines to improve community safety through targeted projects and initiatives.

Safety
Nonprofits
New York State Snowmobile Trail Grant-In-Aid Program
Contact for amount
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State for the development and maintenance of a safe and interconnected snowmobile trail system that promotes tourism and recreation.

Recreation
County governments
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
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