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Capacity Building Grant – The Dyson Foundation General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network The Dyson Foundation’s Capacity Building grant program funds Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofit organizations and libraries that meet our general funding guidelines who are interested in capacity building projects to improve administrative, governance, and/or programmatic functions.
Capacity Building grants enable nonprofit board, staff, and volunteer leaders to develop new skills through consultant-led capacity-building activities, or through conferences, seminars, and other training opportunities.
Capacity Building grants are available for: Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) Assessment, consulting, and policy development Organizational assessments Program development and evaluation Technology, including Artificial Intelligence Conferences, seminars, and training Prior to submitting a Letter of Inquiry via the Grants Portal, organizations are encouraged to contact Jennifer Killian , Program Officer to discuss your organization’s eligibility and capacity-building project.
Capacity Building grants will fund up to 80% of the total cost of a consultancy or training, with a maximum award of $15,000, and require a 20% match from the organization. Applicants may include overhead costs (up to 15% of the budget), but not staff time, on the project budget.
Capacity Building grants are generally limited to one per calendar year, which can be awarded concurrently with general operating or designated Dyson Foundation funding. Capacity Building Grant Criteria Capacity Building Grants are generally not considered for: New and emerging organizations that have yet to establish formal governance, programming, and/or community and funding support.
Organizations with operating budgets greater than $20 million. Organizations serving the whole of New York State. Capacity Building Grants cannot be used for: Direct professional services (i.e. architectural design, grant writing, web design).
Training as required for organizational licensing or professional certification. Projects already in progress. While not required for Capacity Building grant funding, organizations may benefit from discussing their training and consulting needs with the New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON) , which offers many of these services.
Organizations considering any consultant engagement may find How to Hire a Consultant (PDF) helpful. Although the Dyson Foundation does not recommend consultants, we are happy to provide consultant suggestions for organizations to explore.
Capacity Building implementation Grants Following the completion of a Capacity Building grant funded consultancy or training, grantees may apply for a follow-up implementation grant of up to $3,000 to cover the costs of enacting the results or recommendations of the project (including continued consulting, marketing materials, web design, etc.).
Grantees interested in applying for implementation funds should first contact Jennifer Killian , Program Officer. Mid-Hudson Valley 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that are outside of the Dyson Foundation’s capacity building grant funding guidelines may contact NYCON’s Hudson Valley Regional Office to inquire about limited, no-cost technical assistance resources available in the region.
General Funding Guidelines Capacity Building Grant Program Strategic Restructuring Initiative Professional Development Scholarships
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Capacity Building Mini-Grant Program is funded by Dyson Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Professional Development Scholarships is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Provides scholarship funding for nonprofit staff and board members to participate in professional training programs, workshops, and conferences focused on management and leadership, such as the Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) program. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: Professional Development, Leadership Training, Nonprofit Management
Strategic Restructuring Initiative is a grant from the Dyson Foundation that funds Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofit organizations interested in exploring, planning, or implementing formal restructuring relationships such as mergers, shared services, collaborations, or subsidiary arrangements. The program offers three tiers of support: up to $10,000 for preliminary exploration, up to $30,000 for planning between two or more collaborating organizations, and up to $35,000 for integration. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the Mid-Hudson Valley with annual operating budgets of $20 million or less. Motivations for restructuring may include executive transition, program expansion, or financial sustainability.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.