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"NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants (RFG)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants (RFG) is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) in partnership with New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). This program provides grants to NYSCA-funded organizations to establish a reserve fund or build on an existing reserve fund. It aims to support organizational sustainability and financial prudence, with a focus on rural and BIPOC-led community-based organizations.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit arts organizations based in New York State who have received direct funding from NYSCA in the last three years and have a current operating budget between $150,000 and $3 million. Rural and BIPOC-led community-based organizations are strongly encouraged to apply. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $50,000 (based on operating budget). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was January 1, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants (RFG) is funded by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) in partnership with New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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