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New York Community Development Grants

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AIANY Community-Centered Design Grant
$35,000
AIA New York
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 3, 2025

This grant provides $35,000 to support innovative design projects in New York City that prioritize meaningful community engagement and empower local stakeholders throughout the entire design and construction process.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Performing Artist in Residence Program
$8,000
Brooklyn Botanic Garden
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 11, 2025

This program provides funding and resources for New York City-based performing artists to create and present original works that explore the relationship between humans and nature, culminating in a public performance at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

Environment
Individuals
Creative Equations Fund
$10,000
Brooklyn Arts Council
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Brooklyn-based artists, small arts organizations, cultural entrepreneurs, and researchers dedicated to social justice and community impact through the arts.

Arts
Individuals
Community Foundation of Otsego County Grant
$135,000
Community Foundation of Otsego County
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 15, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Otsego County that provide innovative programs addressing the basic needs and enrichment of children from birth through elementary school.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Community Support Fund (Grants for Good)
Contact for amount
Northern New York Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northern New York that operate food pantries, soup kitchens, and school programs, enabling them to purchase essential food supplies to combat local food insecurity.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
ATL-25008 SUD Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors
$350,000
New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations in New York State to hire vocational rehabilitation counselors who will help individuals in treatment and recovery from substance use disorder improve their employment outcomes and reintegrate into the community.

Workforce Development
Nonprofits
Cortland County Tourism Marketing Grant Program
$260,000
Cortland County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 9, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit tourism organizations in Cortland County to promote marketing initiatives that attract visitors from outside the county, boosting local tourism and economic growth.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Niskayuna Community Foundation Grant
$2,000
Niskayuna Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 17, 2025

This funding opportunity provides up to $2,000 for projects that improve the quality of life for residents in Niskayuna through initiatives in health, arts, community development, conservation, and recreation.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
City or township governments
Museums for America Program
$300,000
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 7, 2026

This grant provides funding to museums and related organizations across the U.S. for projects that enhance public education, community engagement, and the stewardship of collections.

Education
Nonprofits
Smart Growth Community Planning Grant Program
$4,800,000
New York State Department of State (DOS)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 15, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to municipalities and non-profit organizations in New York State for planning and zoning projects that promote sustainable development, environmental protection, and affordable housing.

Community Development
City or township governments
Summer Meals Capacity-Building Mini-Grants Program
$5,000
Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to organizations in Rochester to improve access to nutritious meals for children during the summer months by expanding meal services and enhancing engagement activities.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Arts Access Grant
$5,000
New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (Greater New York Arts Development Fund)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 22, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations and artist collectives in Queens, New York, to create accessible public arts and cultural programs that engage local audiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
New York Main Street Program
$500,000
New York State Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding and support to local governments and nonprofit organizations in New York State for revitalizing traditional main streets and neighborhood commercial districts, focusing on improving underutilized properties and enhancing community sustainability.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Saint Thomas Church Grants Program
$5,000
Saint Thomas Church
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Episcopal Diocese of New York that serve socially disadvantaged populations and promote community outreach initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Manhattan Community Awards Program
$10,000
New York Department of Education (DOE)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 18, 2025

This program provides funding for small-scale community projects in Manhattan that address local needs in areas such as education, climate resilience, anti-gun violence, and composting.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Local Government Records Management Improvement Fund
$150,000
New York State Education Department (New York State Archives)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 15, 2026

This program provides funding to local governments in New York State to improve the management, preservation, and accessibility of their records through various projects.

Information and Statistics
County governments
John F. Wegman Fund Grant
$10,000
Rochester Area Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 28, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Monroe County, New York, for innovative programs that benefit older adults, youth development, and labor relations.

Youth
Nonprofits
Capacity Building Grant Program
$150,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small nonprofits and local governments in the Chesapeake Bay region to strengthen their organizational capacity and enhance community and environmental initiatives.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art’s Potential Generator Fund
$10,000
Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to individual artists and artist-led groups in Erie and Niagara Counties, New York, to support innovative visual arts projects that foster community engagement and sustainable artistic initiatives.

Arts
Individuals
Consumer Assistance for New York State of Health Navigator Program
$32,000,000
New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 27, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, Federally Recognized Tribes, and community-based entities in New York State to assist individuals and small businesses with health insurance enrollment and education, particularly focusing on underserved populations.

Health
Nonprofits