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Recreational Trails Program Educational Funding
$300,000
New York Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
State

Application Deadline

Jan 23, 2026

Date Added

Nov 22, 2025

This program provides funding to municipalities, non-profits, and other eligible organizations in New York State for the development and maintenance of recreational trails and related facilities for both motorized and non-motorized activities.

Recreation
State governments
Northeast Dutchess Fund
$10,000
Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 15, 2026

Date Added

Jan 30, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofits and community organizations in northeast Dutchess County, New York, to empower low-income and underserved residents through various projects and programs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Community Donor Advised Funds
$1,000
Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF)
Private

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2026

Date Added

Jul 8, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the northern Chautauqua region for projects that enhance community development and address local needs.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Local Government Efficiency Grant Program
$1,250,000
New York State Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

May 3, 2024

This program provides financial support to local governments in New York to improve efficiency and service delivery through collaborative projects in areas like technology, emergency services, and clean energy.

Community Development
County governments
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
HRE Local Stewardship Planning Round 47
Contact for amount
New York Department of Environmental Conservation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in New York State for planning projects that improve environmental stewardship and resilience within the Hudson River Estuary Watershed.

Environment
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
Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE)
$10,000,000
Appalachian Regional Commission
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2025

This initiative provides funding to support large-scale economic development projects across the Appalachian region, focusing on workforce development, business growth, infrastructure improvements, and community capacity building.

Community Development
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
Short Term Transitional Residence Kings County
$1,515,222
New York State Office of Mental Health
State

Application Deadline

Jan 29, 2026

Date Added

Nov 21, 2025

This grant provides funding for not-for-profit organizations to create a supportive housing program in Kings County for street homeless adults, helping them transition to independent living while addressing mental health and substance use challenges.

Housing
Nonprofits
Farmersโ€™ Market Resiliency Grant Program
$200,000
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (AGM)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Apr 24, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions to improve the infrastructure and sustainability of farmers' markets in New York State.

Community Development
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 to organizations in New York State for improving training facilities and equipment to better prepare individuals for high-demand jobs, particularly those serving marginalized communities.

Employment Labor and Training
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
Farmers' Market Resiliency: Regional Sub-Grants 26
$200,000
New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions to strengthen the sustainability and infrastructure of farmers' markets across New York State.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Creating Healthy Schools and Communities Comp B
$399,482
New York State Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Dec 12, 2025

Date Added

Oct 23, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support a nonprofit organization that will provide training and technical assistance to schools and communities in New York State, helping them implement effective strategies for improving nutrition and physical activity to prevent chronic diseases.

Health
City or township governments
Clean Energy Communities Program (PON 3298)
$350,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This program provides funding and support to local governments in New York State to implement clean energy initiatives that promote economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Energy
City or township governments
RFP 1206 Family Resource Centers
$1,500,000
New York Office of Children and Family Services
State

Application Deadline

Dec 12, 2025

Date Added

Oct 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to community organizations in New York State to establish Family Resource Centers that offer family-focused services aimed at preventing child abuse and strengthening family resilience.

Income Security and Social Services
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
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 6, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Southeast Michigan and Western New York that focus on community health, youth development, caregiver support, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit capacity building.

Community Development
Nonprofits