New York State Farm‑to‑School Competitive Grants Program 2026 is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Aims to increase schools’ purchase of NY farm products and expand agricultural education opportunities for K‑12 students.

Child Care Capital Construction Funding Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Children and Family Services. New York's $100 million program to fund construction of new child care facilities or expansion of existing ones, including school-age programs. Designed to increase availability and capacity of quality child care across the state.

New York Sea Grant and Connecticut Sea Grant Call for Long Island Sound Research is sponsored by New York Sea Grant. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Long Island Sound Partnership (LISP) Research Program is a grant from Connecticut Sea Grant and New York Sea Grant, funded by NOAA, that funds scientific research to improve the understanding and management of Long Island Sound. Initiated in 2000 in cooperation with the EPA Long Island Sound Office, the program awards funding to researchers whose work directly supports decision-making for the Long Island Sound Study. For the 2027-2028 funding period, approximately $5.5 million is expected to be available for one- or two-year projects, with a maximum award of $1,000,000 per project and an annual cap of $500,000 per year. Preliminary proposals for the current cycle were due March 19, 2026. Submissions are accepted through NYSG's E-Seagrant portal. Prospective applicants may contact the research coordinators at Connecticut Sea Grant or New York Sea Grant for guidance.

General Operating Support Grants is a grant from the National Grid Foundation that funds flexible, unrestricted operating support for nonprofits serving communities in New York and Massachusetts. The program awards ,000 annually across grantees to help organizations cover essential day-to-day operations and build long-term organizational health. Priority focus areas include out-of-school time STEM/STEAM programs (K–5), early literacy programs (pre-K–3), and energy affordability, literacy, and efficiency initiatives. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located within National Grid's New York or Massachusetts service area with an annual operating budget of million or less. Applications for the current cycle were due March 20, 2026.

National Grid Foundation General Operating Support Grants is a grant from the National Grid Foundation providing $250,000 annually in flexible general operating support to small nonprofits in New York and Massachusetts. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations with annual budgets of $1 million or less, located within National Grid's service area, and aligned with foundation focus areas: out-of-school time STEM/STEAM programs (K–5), early literacy (pre-K–3), and energy affordability, literacy, and efficiency programs. General operating support covers essential day-to-day operations, helping nonprofits maintain organizational health and sustain long-term service delivery. The Foundation has granted more than $43 million since 1998 and is expanding annual grantmaking to over $4.6 million as its endowment distribution rate increases.

Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Victim Services. This program provides federal VOCA funds to local community-based organizations and public agencies that provide direct services to victims of crime.

New York State Offshore Wind Port Infrastructure Development Program is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). A competitive solicitation to support maritime port development and improvement projects that will increase New York's capability to support the offshore wind industry while also having multi-use purposes.

Long Island Sound Futures Fund 2026 Request for Proposals is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Supports projects aimed at improving the health of Long Island Sound and its wildlife populations.

New York Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Program is a grant from New York Sea Grant, a NOAA-funded program, that supports projects advancing the Great Lakes Action Agenda and aligning with community plans addressing environmental challenges in New York's Great Lakes basin. Budget requests may not exceed $40,000 with no match required. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, county and local governments, Indian nations recognized by New York State or the federal government, and public agencies. The 2026 application deadline was March 27, 2026, and all proposals must be submitted electronically as a single PDF.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is sponsored by Verizon, in partnership with LISC. The Verizon Small Business Digital Ready program, in partnership with LISC, is awarding $5,000 grants to small businesses to support their sustainability and growth. These grants are available in specific states.

Foundation 214 2026–2027 Grant Cycle is sponsored by Foundation 214. Foundation 214 funds programs benefiting children, veterans, and the elderly in Western New York via healthcare or education interventions. LOIs open February 3, 2026, with deadline March 31, 2026; invited full applications due May 31, 2026.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program is sponsored by Verizon in partnership with LISC (Local Initiatives Support Corporation). Verizon, in partnership with LISC, provides $5,000 grants to eligible small businesses in New York, California, and West Virginia. This program aims to equip small businesses with tools, training, and resources to thrive in the digital economy.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program is sponsored by Verizon in partnership with LISC. Verizon and LISC are offering $5,000 grants to 25 small businesses in California, New York, and West Virginia to support their sustainability and growth.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant Program (New York) is sponsored by Verizon Foundation (in partnership with LISC). Verizon, in partnership with LISC, is offering $5,000 grants to eligible small businesses in New York.

Biomedical Innovation Centers Grants is a grant from Empire State Development (NY State), through the Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR), that funds early-stage technology development and commercialization efforts by small businesses and startups in New York State. The program provides matching grant support to leverage federal R&D funding, helping applicants strengthen proposals to federal agencies, foundations, and other grant-making organizations. The goal is to attract more federal research and development dollars to support life science and biomedical innovation in New York. Eligible applicants are small businesses and startups in New York State. Awards range from $100,000 to $500,000. Applications are accepted monthly with a submission deadline of the 20th of each month. The most recent deadline listed is March 31, 2026.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant (Spring 2026) is sponsored by Verizon. This grant provides unrestricted funding to small businesses that complete at least one free online course or coaching session on the Verizon Digital Ready platform to help them level up in the digital economy.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grants is sponsored by Verizon Foundation. Part of a digital readiness initiative, these grants help small businesses upgrade their technology. Eligible expenses include improving digital operations, e-commerce security, and purchasing hardware or software to protect against cyber attacks.

Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement Grant is awarded by Farm Credit East and CoBank and funds nonprofits, community groups, and educational institutions that promote agriculture, commercial fishing, and forest products across the six New England states, New York, and New Jersey. Grants range from $500 to $10,000 and support leadership development for young farmers, economic viability initiatives, market promotion, agricultural education, and research. Individual farms, capital projects, general operating expenses, and local school projects are not eligible. Applications are reviewed three times per year, with deadlines on April 1, August 1, and December 1. The April 2026 cycle closes April 1, 2026.

Northeast Farm Credit AgEnhancement Grant is sponsored by Farm Credit East. A regional grant supporting programs that promote and strengthen agriculture in the Northeast. Ideal for projects that educate the public or agricultural community about new technology and farm upkeep.

Light Work Grants in Photography is sponsored by Light Work. Five $3,000 grants will be awarded to photographers who live and work within New York State, outside of the New York City region. The grants encourage the development of ongoing projects and the creation of new work. Recipients will display their work in an exhibition at Light Work and be reproduced in a special publication.

Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) Grants is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC).

County Infrastructure Grant Program is sponsored by NYS ESD. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Youth Service Improvement Grants is sponsored by William T Grant Foundation Inc.. Supports activities to improve the quality of direct services for young people ages 5 to 25 in the five boroughs of New York City. The goal is to strengthen existing services by helping youth-serving nonprofit organizations address challenges or remedy problems at the point of service, where staff and youth interact. Geographic focus: New York City Focus areas: Youth Development, Social Services, Organizational Quality

Runaway and Homeless Youth (RHY) Program Funding is sponsored by Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services, Division of Youth Services. Funds free youth programming services including runaway and homeless youth services. Programs must be grounded in Positive Youth Development framework and address areas such as economic security, physical and emotional health, education, and civic engagement.

Community Grants (New York and Pennsylvania Regions) is a grant from William G. McGowan Charitable Fund that funds nonprofits addressing poverty, housing insecurity, K-12 education, workforce preparation, and access to healthcare. The fund focuses on specific counties in New York (Monroe and Yates) and Pennsylvania (Lackawanna and Luzerne). Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations providing program or operational support in these communities. First-time applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry; some regions require an invitation. Awards average approximately ,000, with a deadline of April 8, 2026.

Community Grants (New York and Pennsylvania Regions) is sponsored by William G Mcgowan Charitable Fund. The McGowan Fund provides support to 501(c)(3) organizations working in three core areas: Education (addressing achievement gaps and college success), Human Services (stabilizing housing and addressing food insecurity), and Healthcare (providing care to the uninsured and preventing cardiac disease). The fund focuses on evidence-based programs that aim to end cycles of poverty and suffering. Geographic focus: New York (Monroe and Yates Counties) and Pennsylvania (Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties) Focus areas: Education, Human Services, Healthcare, Poverty Alleviation, Homelessness, Food Security, Mental Health, Early Childhood Education

$10,000 Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). Funds New York-based businesses, organizations, and individuals working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors.

Sustainable Textile Innovation Grants (Round Four) is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center (NYFIC). This biannual grant program supports New York-based businesses, organizations, and individuals working to advance and scale sustainable textile development for fashion and interiors. The grants focus on environmentally sustainable innovations using fibers and materials grown, processed, or made in New York State across four key areas: Fiber Cultivation and Processing, Next-Generation Biomaterials and Manufacturing, Textile Supply Chain and Infrastructure Development, and Sustainable Fashion and Interior Design Industry Uses. Possible projects include developing new fashion or home décor products with New York-raised fiber, establishing clean processing for natural fibers, producing New York-grown feedstocks for biomanufactured materials, and addressing supply chain or manufacturing gaps.

The Oliver G. & Sarah Sloan Bauman Fund for the Arts is a grant from the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo that funds classical ballet and opera performances in Western New York. Established in 1996 to memorialize Oliver G. Bauman, the fund prioritizes traditional performances of classical ballet and opera in the English, European, or Russian school traditions, with works presented in their original choreography and language. Awards are structured as matching funds when possible. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in or delivering services to residents of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, or Wyoming County. Up to ,000 total is available, with a deadline of April 13, 2026. Only one open competitive grant with the fund is permitted at a time.

NYFIC $10,000 Grants for Sustainable Textile Innovation is sponsored by New York Fashion Innovation Center. Supports New York‑based entities developing textile supply chain and infrastructure innovations—including facilities, equipment, logistics related to sustainable fiber-to‑product production.

NYSCA Support for Organizations is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts. Provides funding for arts and cultural organizations in New York State to support programming and operations.

Losinger Nursing Scholarship is sponsored by Friends of the Losinger Scholarship. Scholarship honoring Mary Lou Losinger by supporting students passionate about nursing. Open to high school and undergraduate students.

Youth Development Funding Opportunity (Youth Advisory Committee and Youth Scholarship Program) is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). This funding creates a youth-led decision-making body (Youth Action Committee) to make recommendations to the New York State Juvenile Justice Advisory Group and supports scholarships for justice-involved youth and those returning to the community for educational and vocational o…

Community Fund Grant Program is sponsored by Northern New York Community Foundation. Supports projects benefiting specific communities in Northern New York, including Gouverneur, Clifton-Fine region, Six Town area, and Lowville.

Statewide Grants Program is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. A core grantmaking program that supports projects meeting the unmet healthcare and healthcare-related needs of individuals, families, and communities throughout New York State. The program focuses on eight priority populations: immigrants, justice-involved individuals, low-income individuals and families, older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, young children and pregnant women, and youth and young adults. Geographic focus: New York State Focus areas: Access to Healthcare, Basic Needs, Healthcare Workforce, Mental and Behavioral Health, General Fund

Statewide Grants Program is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. A core grantmaking program that supports projects meeting the unmet healthcare and healthcare-related needs of individuals, families, and communities throughout New York State. The program focuses on eight priority populations: immigrants, justice-involved individuals, low-income individuals and families, older adults, people with disabilities, veterans, young children and pregnant women, and youth and young adults. Geographic focus: New York State Focus areas: Access to Healthcare, Basic Needs, Healthcare Workforce, Mental and Behavioral Health, General Fund

New York State Food and Fiber Processing Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. This grant program supports the scaling of existing and new food and fiber products produced and harvested in New York State. Funding is available for the construction and renovation of facilities, as well as the purchase and installation of equipment.

Agriculture and Food Systems Workforce Development Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Innovation Prize is sponsored by The J. M. Kaplan Fund. Awards innovative social and environmental projects that address critical unmet needs. Air quality monitoring projects with a novel technological or community-organizing approach are eligible.

Mid Atlantic Presenter Initiatives (MAPI) is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Arts. Supports performing arts engagements, including public performances and community engagement, at small and mid-size arts and community organizations in the mid-Atlantic region.

Heisman Trophy Youth Development Fund RFP 2026 is a grant from The New York Community Trust that funds New York City charitable organizations using sports to engage underprivileged young people. Established through the Heisman Trophy Trust's partnership with the New York Community Trust (NYCT), this fund supports programs that integrate athletics with academics and life skills development for underserved youth. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations serving high-need communities in New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Newark. Awards range from $20,000 to $40,000, with a deadline of April 30, 2026.

Folk and Traditional Arts Community Projects Grants is sponsored by Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation. These grants fund projects that support the vitality of traditional arts and cultures in the mid-Atlantic region. Eligible activities include performances, public art collaborations, workshops/trainings, exhibitions, fieldwork/documentation, and creation of new traditional work. The program encourages projects that support or engage underserved or underrepresented artists, practitioners, traditions, or constituents. A 1:1 cash match is required.

CNYBAC Medical Device Innovation Challenge is sponsored by Central New York Biotech Accelerator (CNYBAC). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Water Quality Improvement Project (WQIP) Program – Round 22 (anticipated) is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). Competitive reimbursement grants for projects improving water quality, habitat, flood resilience, and drinking‑water source protection in New York State.

Non‑Agricultural Nonpoint Source Planning and MS4 Mapping Grant (Round 7 anticipated) is sponsored by NYSDEC via New York State. Funds planning and mapping of non‑agricultural nonpoint source water quality improvement projects and MS4 storm sewer systems—international relevance via urban stormwater management standards.

NY Space Grant – Opportunity Grant is sponsored by New York Space Grant Consortium (NASA partner). Supports STEM research and NASA‑related projects by educators or students in NY State—primary, secondary, and post‑secondary.

The Non-Agricultural Nonpoint Source Planning and MS4 Mapping Grant (NPG) is a competitive, reimbursement grant from NYSDEC via New York State that funds initial planning for nonpoint source water quality improvement projects and storm sewer system mapping in urban areas. Administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the program supports projects that will reduce polluted stormwater runoff entering lakes, rivers, and streams while improving climate change resiliency. Awards range up to $50,000 for individual planning reports and up to $400,000 for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) mapping collaboratives. Eligible applicants include municipalities (including Indian Nations), Soil and Water Conservation Districts, and MS4 operators regulated by New York State's MS4 General Permit. The anticipated Round 7 deadline is May 1, 2026.

NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). Grants to help New York State-based nonprofit arts organizations establish or build on existing reserve funds.

NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) & New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). An initiative designed to help New York State-based nonprofit arts organizations establish or build on an existing reserve fund. Eligible organizations must have received funding from NYSCA in the last three years (FY24-FY26) with operating budgets of $150K to $3M.

NYSCA Reserve Fund Grants is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). This initiative helps New York State-based nonprofit arts organizations to establish a reserve fund or build on an existing reserve fund. Grants of up to $50,000 will be made available for a total of $1,760,000 in support.

Maureen C. Pace Memorial Nursing Scholarship is sponsored by The Pace Family (via Bold.org listing). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

NYFIRST (New York Fund for Innovation in Research and Scientific Talent) is sponsored by Empire State Development (NY Life Science Initiative). Encourages recruitment/retention of exceptional translational life‑science researchers at NY medical schools; supports lab establishment, equipment, capital and working capital.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grant is sponsored by Verizon (in partnership with LISC). This grant is part of Verizon's commitment to equip small businesses with tools and resources to thrive in the digital economy. It provides funding to enhance digital capabilities, which can include website development.

Long Island Sound Futures Fund is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). Improves the health of Long Island Sound and its wildlife populations through various conservation projects.

General Operating Support is sponsored by Howard Gilman Foundation. Provides general operating funds to professional, nonprofit performing arts organizations focused on dance, music, and theatre specifically within New York City.

Direct Grants to Organizations (New Applicants) is sponsored by Howard Gilman Foundation Inc.. The Howard Gilman Foundation provides general operating support to professional performing arts organizations in New York City. This program is designed for organizations that have not previously received direct funding from the Foundation and seeks to support their overall mission and fiscal health. Geographic focus: New York City (five boroughs) Focus areas: Dance, Music, Theater, Multidisciplinary Performing Arts, Performing Arts Presenters, Performing Arts Venues, Service Organizations

Healthy Communities Grant Program - Region 2 is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Readings & Workshops Grants is a program from Poets & Writers that pays fees directly to writers who participate in public readings or teach creative writing workshops in diverse community settings throughout New York State. The program operates on a rolling quarterly schedule, with applications accepted four times per year for events in the upcoming season. Writers can apply for summer, fall, winter, or spring events, with each application window opening one month before the deadline. This grant supports literary engagement and public arts programming across New York, making creative writing more accessible to diverse audiences. Eligible writers planning public readings or workshop events in New York State should review the Applicant Toolkit before applying.

Environmental Sustainability Grants is sponsored by Bank of America Charitable Foundation. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

2026 Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program (New York State) is sponsored by New York Department of Agriculture and Markets (administered by NYFVI). This program assists beginning farmers in New York State with the financial costs associated with the creation or expansion of a new farm operation.

NY PLAYS (New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization) Initiative is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation. Supports projects that promote recreation, historic preservation, and youth socialization in community park settings across New York State.

New York Places for Learning, Activity, and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) Initiative is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Venable Foundation Grants (NYC) is sponsored by Venable Foundation Inc.. Grants for nonprofits in NYC providing human services, including those supporting housing‑related or youth services.

Stable Housing and Empowering Communities Grant is sponsored by Bank of America Charitable Foundation. This grant supports nonprofit organizations that provide stable housing and empower low- and moderate-income communities, focusing on vulnerable populations such as working families, youth, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. Funding priorities include affordable housing solutions, services for homeownership opportunities, and financial stability efforts.

Climate Justice Fellowship (PON 4772) is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Supports NY-based organizations to host fellows working on climate justice and clean energy research, particularly in disadvantaged communities.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) is sponsored by New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC). The New York State Tuition Assistance Program is one of the nation's largest need-based college financial aid grant programs.

Charles E. Culpeper Arts & Culture Grant Program is sponsored by Rockefeller Brothers Fund. Supports artists and arts organizations in New York City that address critical social issues and the human experience.

Goldman Sachs Bank USA Community Development Grants Program is sponsored by Goldman Sachs Foundation. Provides funding for nonprofit organizations that serve low- and moderate-income individuals or communities by addressing needs like affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization. Geographic focus: Specific US Regions (NY, NJ, UT) Focus areas: Affordable Housing, Community Services, Small Business Development, Neighborhood Revitalization

RFA No. 24029 Recovery Residencies is sponsored by New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). This RFA seeks applications for Recovery Residencies, which are part of a comprehensive system of addiction services for New Yorkers.

The Hyde and Watson Foundation Capital Grants is sponsored by The Hyde and Watson Foundation. Supports one-time capital projects such as facility construction, building renovations, and the purchase of essential equipment for animal welfare programs.

Environmental Justice Community Impact Grants (Round 18) is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC).

Mental Health & AIDS Grant Program is sponsored by Ittleson Foundation. The Ittleson Foundation funds not-for-profit organizations aiming to improve public policy and the lives of citizens, with a particular interest in innovative projects addressing mental health stigma, advancing preventative efforts, and supporting underserved populations.

Ittleson Foundation: Mental Health & AIDS Grant Program is sponsored by Ittleson Foundation. The Ittleson Foundation focuses on enhancing mental health and AIDS prevention, particularly interested in innovative projects addressing mental health stigma, advancing preventative efforts, and supporting underserved populations.

NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Treatment Grant is sponsored by Greater Hudson Heritage Network (funded by New York State Council on the Arts). Provides funds for treatment procedures to aid in stabilizing and preserving objects held in collections of museums, historical, and cultural organizations in New York State.

Municipal Waste Reduction & Recycling State Assistance Programs is sponsored by NYS DEC. Funds municipal waste reduction and recycling efforts, including recycling coordination and education with reimbursements.

NYSERDA Residential and Retail Energy Storage Incentive Program is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Residential and Retail Energy Storage Market Acceleration Incentives Program (PON 6004) is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Provides financial incentives for the installation of new grid-connected distributed energy storage systems.

Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program (EJ TCGP) - Region 2 is sponsored by WE ACT for Environmental Justice. As the EPA-designated grantmaker for Region 2 (NY/NJ), WE ACT provides funding for community-led environmental monitoring and remediation projects in disadvantaged communities.

New York City Competitive Grants is a grant from The New York Community Trust that distributes approximately $50 million annually to nonprofits through a competitive grants program funded by hundreds of donor-created funds. The program supports projects in arts, culture, and historic preservation; environment; health and behavioral health; jobs and workforce development; and services for older adults and people with disabilities. Grants are open to nonprofits serving New York City, Long Island, and Westchester and are submitted through the Trust's online Grantseeker Portal on a rolling basis. Applications require a five-page narrative proposal, itemized project budget, operating budget, and board list. The Trust does not fund capital campaigns, building projects, or general operating support, and overhead costs are capped at five percent for universities and hospitals.

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Sponsoring Conference Participation in Support of Healthy Food, Healthy Lives; Primary Care; and Veterans' Health is sponsored by New York State Health Foundation. This program provides scholarships for staff of nonprofits, community-based organizations, health departments, and other low-resource organizations in New York State to attend and present at local, state, and national conferences. The funding is intended to help organizations build networks, inform thinking, and advance work in the foundation's strategic priority areas. Geographic focus: New York State Focus areas: Healthy Food, Healthy Lives, Primary Care, Veterans' Health

Hillman Family Foundations Unsolicited Grant Program is sponsored by Hillman Family Foundations. The Hillman Family Foundations (HFF) is an umbrella organization for 18 individual foundations. Most of these foundations accept unsolicited grant applications through a centralized online portal. Funding supports effective projects that grow best ideas and invest in innovative solutions across various focus areas including arts, health, education, and community development. Organizations should identify which of the 18 specific foundations best aligns with their mission before applying. Geographic focus: Primary: Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania (Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland counties). Focus areas: Arts & Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment & Conservation, Health & Medicine, Human Services, Technology

The Global NY Fund Grant Program is administered by New York State's Empire State Development (ESD) to help New York-based small and medium-sized businesses expand exports and create jobs. Companies may receive grants of up to $25,000, while not-for-profit organizations may receive up to $100,000. Grants reimburse up to 50% of eligible project costs for companies and up to 75% for not-for-profits. Eligible uses include market customization, international trade shows, export workshops, and product adaptation for foreign regulations. Eligible businesses must have 500 or fewer employees, be based in New York, and either produce 51% of their product in-state or hold local producer certification.

Community Reforestation (CoRe) Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Awards grants to establish and expand resilient forests in urban communities in New York State.

National Grid's Agribusiness Productivity Grant is sponsored by National Grid. Grant to support the installation of a new, roof-mounted solar PV system for cold storage capabilities essential for preserving produce post-harvest.

New York State Affordable Home Ownership Development Program (AHODP) is sponsored by New York State Affordable Housing Corporation (part of NY Homes and Community Renewal). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Learn More About Workforce Planning is sponsored by New York DOL. State: New York.

Youth Development (New York City) is a grant from The New York Community Trust that funds programs helping young, low-income New Yorkers up to age 24 overcome obstacles and succeed in life and careers. The program supports four priority areas: expanding leadership opportunities for disadvantaged youth through organizations with sustained multi-year engagement, improving employer-driven workforce programs that create career pathways in higher-wage sectors like healthcare and technology, building organizational capacity through training and policy change, and promoting juvenile justice and employment policy reforms. Awards generally range from $15,000 to $25,000. Eligible applicants are NYC nonprofit organizations that keep diverse groups of young people engaged for at least three years and operate in communities or across multiple public school campuses. The Trust does not fund stand-alone college access and preparation programs.

HIV/AIDS Grant is sponsored by The Robert Mapplethorpe Foundation. Provides funding for scientific research directed towards the treatment or cure of AIDS and HIV-related infections, as well as qualified HIV prevention and care-related programs. Geographic focus: United States Focus areas: HIV/AIDS Research, HIV/AIDS Prevention, Medical Research, Health Care

Heckscher Foundation for Children Grants is sponsored by Heckscher Foundation for Children. Provides grants to underserved New York City youth in areas such as arts, education, social services, and health.

Special Projects Fund (New York Health Foundation) is sponsored by New York Health Foundation. Supports projects that address important health care or public health issues in New York State, particularly for people of color and others who have been historically marginalized, even if they are outside the foundation's targeted priority areas.

New York State Innovation Fund is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) SBIR-like Programs is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA).

National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grants Program is sponsored by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Supports acquisition, restoration, enhancement or management of coastal wetlands ecosystems, including in New York.

Community Progress Makers is sponsored by Citi Foundation. Provides unrestricted funding and learning/network support to nonprofits in greater New York City working in economic development, workforce readiness, financial health, affordable housing and access.

Health Portfolio Grant Program is sponsored by Altman Foundation. The Altman Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry specifically for its Health portfolio. The program focuses on expanding access to healthcare, behavioral health, and social care for underserved and vulnerable populations in New York City. Priorities include strengthening the capacity of safety net providers, supporting integrated 'whole person' care, and developing the health workforce for community-based delivery. Geographic focus: New York City (the five boroughs) Focus areas: Health, Behavioral Health, Social Care, Healthcare Access, Healthcare Workforce Development, Health Equity

NYC Competitive Grants Program is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. Supports projects in New York City that promote healthy lives, promising futures, and thriving communities, specifically including homelessness and behavioral health.

Health Portfolio Grant Program is sponsored by Altman Foundation. The Altman Foundation is currently accepting Letters of Inquiry specifically for its Health portfolio.

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation Grants is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. Provides funding for healthcare and health-related initiatives aimed at low-income and underserved communities in New York State.

Health Leadership Fellows Program, Cohorts 13 and 14 is sponsored by Health Foundation for Western & Central New York. An 18-month experiential learning program designed to strengthen the collaborative skills of leaders in health and human service organizations in western and central New York.

Standard Grants is sponsored by The Eisner Foundation Inc.. Supports organizations in Los Angeles County and New York City offering intergenerational solutions to society's greatest challenges. Funding can be used for general operating support, specific projects, capacity-building, or capital projects. Geographic focus: Los Angeles County and New York City Focus areas: Intergenerational Programming, Education & Mentoring, Arts & Cultural Enrichment, Healthcare Access, Family Support, Community Building

Strengthening Essential Cybersecurity for Utilities and Resiliency Enhancements (SECURE) Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). This program provides grants to help communities affordably protect their drinking water and wastewater systems from cyber threats. Small businesses specializing in cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, particularly water and wastewater systems, could apply to implement upgrades or conduct assessments.

Mid-Hudson Valley Grantmaking Program (Designated Grants) is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Funding for specific purposes or programs that address basic human needs including housing, family stability, youth development, healthcare access, and food access. Priority is given to organizations working with economically disadvantaged or marginalized populations. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: Housing, Family Stability, Youth Development, Healthcare Access, Food Access, Human Services

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Performing Arts Program Grants is sponsored by The Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation, Inc.. The Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation's Performing Arts program supports producing companies and presenters in New York City that deliver work of the highest artistic quality in dance, music, opera, and theatre.

Altman Foundation Health Grants is sponsored by Altman Foundation. Invests in programs that expand access to health care for underserved populations in New York.

Fields Pond Foundation Grants is sponsored by Fields Pond Foundation. Provides funding for community-based environmental efforts in New England, specifically targeting land acquisition and trail development in urban green spaces.

Supporting pathways to mental health and wellness is sponsored by Carmel Hill Fund. The Carmel Hill Fund aims to nurture the well-being of youth in New York City by facilitating access to high-quality mental health support, both preventive and clinical.

Church and Christian Organization Grants is sponsored by Mustard Seed Foundation. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

NYSERDA Residential Energy Storage Incentive Program is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Provides financial incentives for residential battery energy storage installations on a first-come, first-served basis while funding lasts.

Healthy Environment Grants is a grant from The New York Community Trust that funds environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester. Priority areas include sustainable land use, open space and farmland preservation, water quality improvement, drinking water protection, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation through renewable energy and energy conservation. Grants range from ,000 to ,000 and are awarded for one year at a time. Eligible applicants are nonprofits serving New York City, Westchester, or Long Island. The Trust does not fund capital campaigns or general operating expenses.

Youth Development Grants is a grant from The Pinkerton Foundation that funds community-based programs serving children and youth in New York City, with a particular focus on young people involved in the foster care and juvenile justice systems. The foundation supports after-school and summer learning, youth development, and workforce initiatives that help young people reach their full potential. All applicants must submit a brief letter of inquiry through the Foundation's Grant Portal, which may lead to a formal proposal and site visit. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in New York City. Awards range from $25,000 to $150,000.

Mental and Behavioral Health Grant Program (New York) is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. This program aims to enhance mental health services across New York State, supporting programs that provide affordable, culturally appropriate care, especially for marginalized communities. The funded programs directly serve individuals.

Shelter, Immigration & Wellness Programs Grant is sponsored by Episcopal Charities of New York. Supports services for the homeless, displaced, elderly, and those needing addiction and wellness services.

NY-Sun Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar Incentive (PON 3082) is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Technology Services and Infrastructure Grants (New York State) is sponsored by New York State Office of Faith and Nonprofit Development Services. These grants aim to enhance technology access and infrastructure for communities across New York State, bridging gaps for vulnerable populations and improving public programs. Specific examples include grants to Muslim community networks for technology services.

The New England Community Enhancement Grant is a grant program from Various New England Funders, administered through Health New England's community benefits initiative. Offering up to $10,000 per organization within a $185,000 total pool, this program supports nonprofits addressing social determinants of health across Western Massachusetts, including Berkshire and surrounding counties. Eligible projects focus on built environment improvements such as transportation access and healthy food availability, as well as social environment challenges including social isolation and institutional racism. Applicants must hold 501(c)(3) status and demonstrate a clear commitment to health equity and community well-being in the region.

Humanities New York Action Grants is a grant program from Humanities New York that funds projects activating, framing, or deepening public understanding of what it means to be human. Open to nonprofits, public agencies, tribal governments, and institutions of higher education in New York State, the program provides up to $5,000 per project. Note that Action Grants are currently paused due to federal funding uncertainties related to the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Humanities New York also offers Reading and Discussion Grants and a Humanities Centers Initiative providing $4,000 to $8,000 to support sustained humanities programming across the state.

Global NY Grant Fund – For‑Profit Business is sponsored by Empire State Development. Supports for‑profit small and medium NY businesses by subsidizing production value‑added in‑state (e. g. manufacturing, IP, labor) to enhance competitiveness.

New York State African American Heritage Grant Program is a capital grants initiative administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation that funds preservation and improvement projects at sites significant to African American history across New York State. Individual awards range from $30,000 to $200,000, with a total program allocation of $1 million. Eligible applicants include nonprofits registered in New York State, municipalities (cities, towns, villages, counties), and faith-based organizations whose improved spaces are publicly accessible beyond religious worship. Applicants must own the property or hold a long-term lease. Eligible activities include conservation, restoration, rehabilitation, accessibility upgrades, historic cemetery preservation, and pre-development planning. Pre-development costs may not exceed 15 percent of the total grant request.

Artadia Awards to Artists is a competitive, unrestricted $15,000 grant for contemporary visual artists living and working in one of Artadia's seven active partner cities: Los Angeles, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco Bay Area, Atlanta, Boston, and Houston. Artists in Los Angeles may be eligible for the Marciano Artadia Award of $25,000. Applications are free, open-call, and open for one month per city each year. Eligible applicants must be contemporary visual artists residing in the applicable city for at least two consecutive years, not enrolled in an art degree program, and never previously received an Artadia award of $10,000 or more. A two-round jury process selects three Awardees per city, who also gain access to the Artadia Network for career-building connections and a dedicated page in Artadia's online Artist Registry.

Mental and Behavioral Health Grant Program is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. This program aims to enhance mental health services across New York State, particularly for marginalized communities, by supporting programs that provide affordable, culturally appropriate care.

Higher Education Capital Match Program (HECap) is sponsored by New York State Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Board. State-specific example: Provides matching grants to private, not-for-profit colleges and universities for the construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or improvement of facilities and physical plant, including high-tech equipment for academic and research buildings.

Community Forest Conservation Grants is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Provides funding for municipalities to purchase land or conservation easements to create or expand community-owned forests.

New York City Community Health Grants is sponsored by New York State Health Foundation. Funding for community health projects in New York State, including NYC-based initiatives that improve mental health access, integration, and outcomes for underserved populations.

Sponsoring Conference Participation Scholarships is sponsored by New York Health Foundation (NYHealth). Scholarships for nonprofits, community‑based organizations, health departments to present and participate in relevant conferences.

Special Developmental & Behavioral Health Grants is sponsored by The Children's Guild Foundation. Provides funding to organizations in Western New York that serve children with special needs, focusing on medical, intellectual, and behavioral health challenges.

2026 Special Projects Fund is sponsored by New York Health Foundation. Funding for innovative projects addressing emerging health challenges in New York State, excluding primary care, healthy food, and veterans' health.

New Energy New York Technical Assistance Program is sponsored by New Energy New York (NENY). Provides technical assistance grants to startups and small-to-medium-sized manufacturers in the US battery and energy storage supply chain for prototyping, testing, certification, and pilot-scale manufacturing services at New York facilities.

Center for Smart Convergent Manufacturing Systems (CSCMS) is sponsored by New York State Empire State Development (ESD). Supports the advancement of next-generation automation and smart manufacturing technologies to strengthen high-value production sectors in New York State.

Professional Development Grants for Museums 2026 is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) & The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

NYS HOME American Rescue Plan Program (NYS HOME-ARP) is sponsored by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) - NYS Housing Trust Fund Corporation. This initiative aims to create high-quality affordable housing for vulnerable populations, including the homeless and those at risk of homelessness. Funding can be used for new construction, rehabilitation, or adaptive reuse projects.

Poverty-Fighting Grants is sponsored by Robin Hood Foundation. Robin Hood supports organizations that fight poverty in NYC. Their health portfolio emphasizes behavioral health, early childhood mental health interventions, and trauma-informed services for New Yorkers in high-poverty neighborhoods.

Youth Development Grants is sponsored by The Charles Hayden Foundation. Funding for youth development programs that build confidence and the ability for young people to make informed life choices through consistent, caring relationships with staff.

NYSCA Support for Organizations Grant 2026 is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). Provides financial support to arts and cultural organizations in New York State for operating and programming expenses, emphasizing diversity, equity, and community engagement.

Innovation Matching Grants (IMG) Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (NYSTAR). This program aims to grow small businesses and support the development of new technologies in New York State by providing matching funds for federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants. While not exclusively focused on sustainable AI, it can support related technological advancements.

POWER UP Grant Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). This program develops the electric infrastructure of sites statewide in New York to create a network of power-ready sites, attracting high-growth industries like advanced manufacturing that utilize cutting-edge technologies, including advanced computing systems. It focuses on proactive development of electrical infrastructure and energy storage solutions.

Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) is sponsored by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), administered by New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES). The EMPG provides funding for State and local governments to develop emergency management capabilities, as well as enhance and sustain all-hazards emergency preparedness.

Summer Youth Enrichment Grants (SYEG) is sponsored by NewYork-Presbyterian. Provides funding for summer programs supporting youth through mental health, arts, and workforce skills development in NYC and Westchester.

FY2025-26 Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), administered by New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES). The HMEP Grant Program provides funding and guidance for planning and training activities related to improving State and local preparedness for emergencies involving the transportation of hazardous materials.

Community Arts Grant is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts. Supports community arts, arts education, and cultural programming across New York State.

Strategic Partnerships: The Power of Giving - Environment is a grant from Con Edison that funds community-based organizations working to combat extreme weather and improve resiliency, support disadvantaged communities, and build clean energy job skills in New York. Con Edison invests in nonprofits that share its vision for a cleaner, more equitable energy future. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in New York City and Westchester County. Awards range from $10,000 to $50,000. The grant cycle runs from January 1 through June 30.

Nassau County's Boost Nassau Nonprofit and Special-Purpose District Grant Program distributes federal COVID recovery funds to nonprofits and special-purpose districts throughout Nassau County, New York. Eligible uses include social services, cultural programming, groundwater conservation, and technical assistance to small businesses. The program is administered through the Boost Nassau Resource Center, located at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, where dedicated staff help organizations identify resources and determine eligibility for federal, state, and county programs. Applicants can access the full grant portal and resource hub at nassaucountyny.gov/BoostNassau. Award amounts vary by project and available funding. The Resource Center is accessible by public transit via NICE bus and LIRR connections.

Mid-Hudson Valley Grantmaking Program (Designated Grants) is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Funding for specific purposes or programs that address basic human needs including housing, family stability, youth development, healthcare access, and food access. Priority is given to organizations working with economically disadvantaged or marginalized populations. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: Housing, Family Stability, Youth Development, Healthcare Access, Food Access, Human Services

CFDA x NY Forward Grant Fund is sponsored by Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) / New York State Department of State / Ralph Lauren Corporation. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Green Innovation Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). Supports projects across New York State that implement green practices such as green stormwater infrastructure, energy efficiency, water efficiency, and environmental innovation.

Strengthening NYC Communities is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. Support for neighborhood-based organizations in NYC improving well-being and resilience, including programs with a core mental health or emotional wellness component.

Coastal Rehabilitation and Resilience Projects (RFA #24-OPDBA-23) is sponsored by New York State. Supports projects using natural solutions to enhance community resilience and deliver environmental, economic, and social benefits. Eligible projects include habitat restoration, shoreline stabilization, flood mitigation, and stormwater management.

KeyBank Foundation Community Grants is sponsored by KeyBank Foundation. The KeyBank Foundation Community Grants support programs that help low- to moderate-income communities thrive, with a focus on economic mobility, education pathways (high school + postsecondary), and workforce development for adults. Strong proposals usually focus on job training and employment pathways.

New York Empire State Development Innovation Matching Grant is sponsored by New York Empire State Development. Empire State Development offers grants to support innovation in various sectors, including healthcare and medical devices.

New York State Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Grant Program is sponsored by New York Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). New York State Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Grant Program is a grant from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) providing funding to municipalities undertaking climate action and resilience projects.

Community Giving Program – New York City is sponsored by The New York Life Foundation. Corporate foundation program that periodically supports youth mental health, bereavement, and emotional well-being programs, including grantees in NYC.

The Revson Foundation Grants is sponsored by Charles H. Revson Foundation. The Revson Foundation aims to enhance New York City's livability through innovative projects, including those focused on affordable housing, public libraries, and local journalism.

Tiger Foundation Early Childhood Grants is sponsored by Tiger Foundation. The foundation funds early childhood programs that aim to break the cycle of poverty.

The Double-R Foundation Grants is a grant from The Double-R Foundation, a New York City-based private foundation established in 2003. The foundation focuses on enriching life in New York City by supporting volunteer-based organizations that provide direct community services to local residents. Eligible programs span a wide range of community needs, including arts and culture, job training, legal aid, and health services. Priority is given to 501(c)(3) organizations committed to serving NYC residents through hands-on volunteer programming. The foundation does not publish set application deadlines; prospective applicants should contact the foundation directly or consult Foundation Directory Online for current grant information and application procedures.

NYSERDA Innovation Focus Area: Clean Energy Resources is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Supports the development and commercialization of clean energy technologies in New York.

Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP): State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) is sponsored by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), administered by New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES). The SHSP provides funding to support the implementation of risk-driven, capabilities-based State Homeland Security Strategies to address capability targets.

Youth Team Sports Grants is a program from the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development that funds organizations enhancing the lives of local youth through sports and recreation. The program seeks to provide opportunities for young people to learn important life skills such as goal setting, hard work, and achievement. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) designation and nonprofits with a fiscal sponsor operating youth programs in New York City. Supported activities span awards, financial assistance, income security and social services, nonprofit support services, sports and recreation, and youth and out-of-school youth programming.

Con Edison Strategic Partnerships: Environmental Excellence is sponsored by Con Edison. Supports local environmental initiatives in NYC, focusing on sustainability, climate resilience, and air quality improvements in service areas.

Forensic Assertive Community Treatment, Central New York Region is sponsored by New York State Office of Mental Health. This funding opportunity is for the development of one Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in the Central New York Region.

Renewable Energy Grants is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Supports small businesses in implementing renewable energy projects, such as solar and wind installations.

Community Impact Grants is sponsored by New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth). Project grants to support innovative, community‑driven initiatives that improve health outcomes for New Yorkers, with emphasis on community‑based organizations and cross‑sector partnerships.

Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (Central New York Region) is sponsored by New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). This Request for Proposals (RFP) is to develop one Forensic Assertive Community Treatment team in the Central New York Region.

Building Energy Smart Technologies (BEST) Center (NSF Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers program) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The Building Energy Smart Technologies (BEST) Center, funded by the National Science Foundation, aims to advance sustainable buildings and cities.

Global NY Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Economic Development (Empire State Development). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Global NY Grant Program is sponsored by New York State. Provides reimbursable grants for small and medium-sized New York State businesses to expand their global exports through trade shows, market customization, and product adaptations for foreign regulations.

Global NY Grant Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). This program provides reimbursable grants for small and medium-sized New York State businesses to expand global exports through trade shows, market customization, and product adaptations for foreign regulations.

Open Competitive Grants Program is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. This program aims to enhance civic engagement in New York City by supporting initiatives that promote voting, accountability in government, and civic literacy, particularly among children and immigrants.

FY2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program – State (NSGP-S) is sponsored by New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYS DHSES). This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations located outside of the New York City urban area that are at high risk of terrorist attack. Funds support target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities.

FAST NY Grant Program is sponsored by Empire State Development. Provides grants to develop shovel-ready sites to attract high-tech manufacturing businesses to New York State.

Program Monitoring of Local Areas is sponsored by New York DOL. Fiscal Monitoring of Local Areas Contract Monitoring State: New York.

NYS Cybersecurity Manufacturing Initiatives Grant is sponsored by New York State (administered by NY MEP). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready is sponsored by Verizon (in partnership with LISC). Awards grants to support small business sustainability and growth. The program also offers free online courses and networking events, which can include topics related to business management and governance.

Sills Family Foundation Grants is sponsored by Sills Family Foundation. The Sills Family Foundation provides grants to nonprofits focused on early childhood education, environmental justice, arts and culture, and support for families in crisis.

The Social Impact Funds is sponsored by American Heart Association. The Social Impact Funds support community-led transformation by strategically deploying capital to social entrepreneurs tackling three vital social drivers of health: Health Care Access & Quality, Food Security, and Economic Empowerment.

Pro-Housing Communities Program is sponsored by New York State Homes and Community Renewal. Program certifies local governments in New York that support housing growth, providing exclusive access to discretionary state funding for affordable housing and community development initiatives. [2]

New York Innovation Matching Grants Program is a grant from Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) that provides matching funds to New York State small businesses that have received federal SBIR or STTR awards. The $6 million program supports commercialization activities not covered by federal grants, including marketing, legal services, and other costs crucial to bringing innovations to market. Awards are up to $100,000 for Phase I SBIR/STTR recipients and up to $200,000 for Phase II recipients. Eligible applicants must be New York State small businesses with an active federal SBIR or STTR award. Applications are accepted in competitive rounds through NYSTAR. The program helps fill critical gaps between technology development funding and successful market entry.

Goldman Sachs Community Development Grants Program is sponsored by Goldman Sachs. This initiative supports community development, particularly in New York City and parts of New Jersey and Utah, emphasizing affordable housing, small business development, and neighborhood revitalization.

Global NY Fund Grant Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). Supports NY small- and medium-sized businesses and non‑profit economic development organizations to begin or expand exporting to international markets, reimbursing a portion of export-related costs.

Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) Grants Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.

Equity & Justice Initiative is sponsored by The Tow Foundation. Provides funding for advocacy, policy reform, and systemic change efforts specifically focused on juvenile justice and criminal justice reform in Connecticut and New York.

Disability Services Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Community Grants Program is sponsored by New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I). Provides funding for community organizations to implement pollution prevention projects, including organics recycling.

AI Literacy Grant Program (Artificial Intelligence Literacy Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program) is sponsored by New York State Education Department. This competitive grant program aims to expand equitable access to AI education in New York through targeted grants to public schools, community colleges, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations.

Pro Housing Community Supply Funds Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (ESD). Provides capital grant funding for infrastructure projects essential to expanding housing supply in certified Pro-Housing Communities.

NYSAR Housing Opportunities Foundation Grant is sponsored by New York State Association of REALTORS® Housing Opportunities Foundation, Inc.. This foundation provides grants to low-to-moderate income families in New York State to assist with closing costs and/or down payments to overcome barriers to homeownership.

The Habitat NYC Community Fund is sponsored by Habitat for Humanity New York City and Westchester County. The Habitat NYC Community Fund supports low- to moderate-income New Yorkers by making loans to existing resident-owned multi-family affordable housing developments and nonprofit affordable housing developers.

Homeless Housing and Assistance Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Provides funding for affordable and supportive housing developments targeting individuals experiencing or at-risk of homelessness. [1]

Sills Family Foundation Grants is sponsored by The Sills Family Foundation. The Sills Family Foundation provides grants to nonprofits focused on early childhood education, environmental justice, arts and culture, and support for families in crisis.

Innovative Research Grants – Open Call is sponsored by NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority). Supports innovative technology startups, including AI for workflow automation or business productivity tools like grant writing assistance; NY businesses prioritized.

NYSERDA PON 5413: Environmental Research - Water Quality is a competitive grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) that funds applied research on water quality issues in New York State. The program supports research initiatives aimed at improving understanding of water quality challenges and developing practical solutions for communities, utilities, and ecosystems. Awards range from $100,000 to $500,000. Eligible applicants include New York-based businesses, academic institutions, and organizations with demonstrated capacity to conduct applied environmental research focused on water quality. This solicitation reflects NYSERDA's broader commitment to environmental sustainability and clean water resources across New York State.

Empire State Arts Scholarship Program is sponsored by New York State Education Department. Provides need-based scholarships for middle and high school students across New York State to participate in after-school and summer arts programs.

Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) program is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). This program supports innovative technologies in New York that improve the efficiency of delivering clean energy to the state's electric grid.

Farmland Protection Implementation Grants Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. This program focuses on the implementation of farmland protection plans, including those created through the Farmland Protection Planning Grants Program, aiming to keep the state's farms forever in agriculture.

New York Soil Health Mini‑Grant (2025) is sponsored by New York Soil Health Initiative. Supported soil-health related projects in New York including educational outreach or sampling; not currently open, but possibly relevant to future cycles.

Learn More About Workforce Boards is sponsored by New York DOL. Workforce Planning State: New York.

Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP): Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) is sponsored by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), administered by New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES). The UASI provides funding to enhance regional preparedness and capabilities in designated high-threat, high-density urban areas. In New York, this includes New York City, Long Island, and Westchester.

Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) provides funding for State and local governments to develop emergency management capabilities, as well as enhance and sustain all-hazards emergency preparedness.

Manufacturing Assistance Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). This program provides monetary grants for manufacturing businesses in New York State for projects that improve productivity or competitiveness.

Primary Care Grants (New York State Health Foundation) is sponsored by New York Health Foundation. Focuses on expanding access to primary care and advancing racial health equity across New York State.

Support for Artists is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). The NYSCA Support for Artists grant program offers $10,000 to individual artists for the creation or development of new work across various disciplines, including film, media, and new technology. Artists must apply through a fiscal sponsor.

NYSCA Support for Artists is a grant from the New York State Council on the Arts that funds individual artists to realize their creative visions across disciplines including film, media, technology, and folk and traditional arts. Artists at any career stage are eligible to apply. Because NYSCA awards grants to organizations rather than individuals directly, applicants must apply through an eligible New York State 501(c)(3) nonprofit sponsor, which receives the grant and directs funds to the artist. The program also supports fellowships. Awards are $10,000 per artist.

Community Grants Program is sponsored by Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes. This open, competitive program is for nonprofits that reside in and serve the residents of Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties in New York. Grants are made in the areas of arts, culture, education, youth, environment, animals, human services, and capacity building.

Basic Needs Grant Program is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation's Basic Needs Grant Program addresses essential needs such as food insecurity, inadequate housing, and economic instability in New York State.

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation is sponsored by Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation. Focuses on Youth Sports & Recreation, Parks, Trails & Green Design, and increasing access to active lifestyle amenities across Southeast Michigan.

The Pinkerton Foundation Grant is sponsored by The Pinkerton Foundation. The Pinkerton Foundation supports nonprofit public charitable organizations in New York City that serve economically disadvantaged youth and families.

Youth Education and Development Application (2024-2025 academic year) is sponsored by Episcopal Charities of New York. This grant supports youth education and development programs.

Connect Kids to Swimming Instruction Transportation Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

The Learning + Technology Fund is a grant from the Robin Hood Foundation that funds technology-driven innovations advancing educational achievement for low-income students in New York City. A collaboration among Robin Hood, Overdeck Family Foundation, and Siegel Family Endowment, the fund focuses on two areas: Computational Thinking (elementary through middle school) to develop problem-solving and algorithmic reasoning skills, and Blended High-Quality Content-Rich Literacy (K-12) integrating technology, curriculum, and teacher support to improve reading and writing. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations and social enterprises working in New York City or developing scalable national models. Awards typically range from ,000 to ,000.

Achelis and Bodman Foundation Grants is sponsored by The Achelis and Bodman Foundation. Supports youth development programs in NYC and northern NJ that foster character, personal responsibility, and traditional mentoring to prevent family disintegration and criminality.

Healthcare Workforce Grant Program is sponsored by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation. This program aims to enhance the healthcare workforce in New York State by addressing critical needs exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic. It supports initiatives focused on recruitment, education, career progression, and equity within healthcare.

NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship is sponsored by New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA). An unrestricted cash grant offered in 15 disciplines to artists living in New York State or within one of its Tribal Nations.

Global NY Fund Grant Program is a grant from Empire State Development (ESD) that funds export expansion and job creation for New York State small- and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profit economic development organizations. The program reimburses eligible project costs including market customization, trade show participation, export workshops, and product adaptation for foreign regulations. Companies may receive up to $25,000 covering up to 50% of project costs, while not-for-profits may receive up to $100,000 covering up to 75% of costs. Applicants must be New York-based, have no more than 500 employees, and either produce 51% of their product in New York or hold local producer certification.

Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Youth Sports and Recreation Grant is sponsored by Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation. Supports expanding access to youth sports and recreation with an emphasis on inclusion, equity, and underserved communities.

Public Health Emergency Preparedness is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. Public health emergency preparedness and response capacity continues to be tested at national, state, local, tribal, and territorial levels.

Emergency System for Advance Registration of Volunteer Health Professionals is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Projects, State and Local Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention and Surveillance of Blood Lead Levels in Children is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. To (1) Develop and/or enhance a surveillance system that monitors all blood lead levels; (2) assure that children who are potentially exposed to lead receive follow up care; (3) assure awareness and action among the general public and affected professionals in relation to preventing childhood lead poisoning in high risk areas in collaboration with other government and community based organizations. This listing is currently active. Program number: 93.197. Last updated on 2026-01-05.

Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity for Infectious Diseases (ELC) is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. The purpose of this program is to protect the public health and safety of the American people by enhancing the capacity of public health agencies to effectively detect, respond, prevent and control known and emerging (or re-emerging) infectious diseases. This is accomplished by providing financial and technical resources to: (1) strengthen epidemiologic capacity; (2) enhance laboratory capacity; (3) improve health information systems; and (4) enhance collaboration among epidemiology, laboratory, and information systems components of public health departments. This listing is currently active. Program number: 93.323. Last updated on 2026-01-06.

National Bioterrorism Hospital Preparedness Program is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. To ready hospitals and other healthcare systems, in collaboration with other partners, to deliver coordinated and effective care to victims of terrorism and other public health emergencies. This listing is currently active. Program number: 93.459. Last updated on 2023-12-13.

Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) Ebola Preparedness and Response Activities is sponsored by Department of Health And Human Services. This program covers two separate, but related projects: Part A – Health Care System Preparedness for Ebola and Part B – Development of a Regional Network for Ebola Patient Care. The purpose of this program is to (1) improve healthcare system preparedness for Ebola and (2) develop a regional hospital network for Ebola patient care. This listing is currently active. Program number: 93.817. Last updated on 2026-01-27.

Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration is sponsored by Department of the Interior. To provide competitive matching grants to coastal States for coastal wetlands conservation projects. The Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act (Section 305, Title III, Public Law 101-646 U.S.C. 3954) established the National Coastal Wetlands Conservation Grant Program to acquire, restore, and enhance wetlands in coastal States. This listing is currently active. Program number: 15.614. Last updated on 2025-08-21.

Thriving Communities Grants program is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. This program focuses on community development initiatives, supporting nonprofits that enhance affordable housing, promote job creation, and strengthen civic engagement in low-income neighborhoods.

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The Thomas & Agnes Carvel Foundation Grants is sponsored by The Thomas & Agnes Carvel Foundation. Supports charitable organizations in the Hudson Valley and New York metropolitan area, with interests that include mental health, youth, and cultural/arts programming.

Remember Ryan Grants Fund is sponsored by Ryan Foundation. This program provides financial support to expand visual and performing arts exploratory and experiential opportunities for young students. Projects should focus on enhancing arts education through single classroom projects or larger school-wide activities. Geographic focus: Western New York Focus areas: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Arts Education

The Citizens Committee for New York City Neighborhood Business Grant provides microgrants of up to ,000 to locally rooted small businesses in New York City that create positive impact in their communities. Eligible businesses include barbershops, bookstores, cafes, wellness studios, childcare providers, and similar neighborhood-serving enterprises that are launching initiatives to benefit residents such as youth apprenticeships, community events, or neighborhood improvement projects. Grantees gain access to coaching, capacity-building workshops, and a citywide network of community leaders. Citizens Committee for New York City also offers Collaborative Impact Grants for multi-group partnerships and Elliott Fellowships for established community leaders ready to mentor and guide the next generation of changemakers.

Basic Human Needs Grants - Food Access is sponsored by Episcopal Charities. This program provides funding for food access organizations within the geographic footprint of the Episcopal Diocese of New York. It has two application periods based on the applicant's budget.

Human Services Grants is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. The New York Community Trust provides grants to focus on early intervention and prevention to enable vulnerable children to grow up in stable families and succeed in school and life. This includes supporting a continuum of early childhood programs from birth to kindergarten and strengthening services for families with children at risk of foster care placement and for young people already in care.

NYS Cybersecurity Manufacturing Initiatives Grant is sponsored by New York State (NY MEP). This grant helps manufacturers in New York address cybersecurity needs through in-person assessments and funding assistance for both assessment and implementation projects.

The Hudson River Estuary Program: River Education is a grant from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) that funds education and stewardship projects focused on the Hudson River Estuary ecosystem. Administered through the Hudson River Foundation, the program supports locally led initiatives that deepen public understanding of the estuary's ecology, water quality, and conservation needs. Projects must engage participants in meaningful, hands-on learning experiences connected to estuary science and stewardship. Eligible applicants include New York State governmental agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations registered in the NYS Grants Management system; a minimum 15% match is required. Approximately ,000 is available, with individual awards ranging from ,000 to ,000.

New York State Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Program is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. This program administers federal funds to local programs targeting youth aged 7-15, focusing on risk and protective factors related to juvenile delinquency. Programs aim to identify risk factors and increase protective factors to prevent or reduce delinquent behaviors.

Mental Health Community Partnership Grants is sponsored by New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

AI Digital Innovation Partnership with Stony Brook University is sponsored by New York State (through Empire State Development) and Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc.. A partnership to advance artificial intelligence research and development while creating pathways for students and New York workers to develop skills in emerging technologies, strengthening the state's position in AI innovation and workforce development.

Connect Kids to Parks Field Trip Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation. Reimburses transportation expenses for school-age children to visit parks, fostering recreation and history experiences.

Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program (BPREP) is sponsored by NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS). This grant program supports small businesses in New York City floodplains to become more resilient to natural disasters.

Catholic Education Grants is sponsored by Viola Foundation Inc. Supports Catholic K-12 schools, inner-city scholarship programs, and religious education on an invitation-only basis, with focus on New York areas.

High Altitude Balloon Testing of Spintronic Materials is sponsored by New York Consortium for Space Technology Innovation and Development (NYCST). Funding for collaborative high-altitude balloon testing of solid state actuators for soft robotics to augment glove functionality for astronauts in extreme conditions.

Children's Guild Foundation Grant is sponsored by Childrens Guild Foundation Inc.. Supports non-profit organizations in Western New York that cater to children with special needs.

Sills Family Foundation Early Childhood Education Grants is sponsored by Sills Family Foundation. Supports community-based nonprofits in NYC focused on early childhood education and families impacted by the criminal justice system.

The New York Community Trust - Environment Program is a grant from The New York Community Trust that funds environmental conservation and sustainability projects serving New York City and surrounding communities. The program supports initiatives focused on protecting and improving the local environment, including work on climate resilience, open space, air and water quality, and environmental justice. Grants typically range from $15,000 to $150,000. Eligible applicants are registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations operating in the New York City metropolitan area. Prospective applicants are encouraged to complete the Trust's online eligibility quiz before submitting an inquiry letter.

KeyBank Foundation Grants is sponsored by KeyBank Foundation. Supports organizations advancing economic mobility and inclusive growth, with a focus on education and workforce development.

New York State Affordable Home Ownership Development Program (AHODP) is sponsored by New York State Affordable Housing Corporation (part of NY Homes and Community Renewal). State grants for construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and improvement of owner‑occupied housing for low‑ and moderate‑income households.

Academic Readiness Grant is a grant from The Charles Hayden Foundation providing up to $120,000 to support rigorous academic programs that prepare young people for college and career success. The foundation funds organizations in New York City and Boston that deliver high-quality educational programming, including acceleration academies, summer enrichment programs, college access and success initiatives, and comprehensive academic support. Past recipients include charter schools, public library systems, boys and girls clubs, and college preparatory programs serving students from underserved communities. The Academic Readiness Grant is one of several program areas funded by the foundation, alongside Career Connected Learning, Social Emotional Learning, and Organization Capacity Building grants. Awards support general operating costs as well as specific programmatic initiatives that ensure continuation of transformative youth programs.

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The City Harvest ACE (Agency Capacity Expansion) Grants are grants from City Harvest, a New York City food rescue organization, that fund emergency food programs across New York City's five boroughs to build organizational capacity and better serve communities facing food insecurity. City Harvest partners with a network of over 400 food pantries and soup kitchens, offering ACE grants alongside training, volunteer management resources, and operational support through its Network Capacity team. Eligible applicants are emergency food programs already participating in City Harvest's partner agency network, accessible through the Harvest Hub portal. Applicants with questions may contact the Program Operations Hotline at 646.412.0740 or email [email protected].

NYSERDA PON 4393: Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Technology is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Supports New York-based companies developing innovative products for clean energy and environmental challenges, including water-energy efficiency and civic infrastructure tech.

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The Black Equity & Excellence Grant is a grant from the Central New York Community Foundation that funds community-based projects and organizations advancing racial equity and opportunity for Black communities in Central New York. Supported by an advisory council with deep ties to the region's Black community, the program invests in mission-driven work spanning leadership development, direct services, and organizational capacity. The Foundation prioritizes organizations that are Black-led or demonstrate meaningful accountability to the Black community they serve. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, publicly supported organizations such as schools and municipalities, and groups operating under a fiscal sponsor. Award amounts range from $10,000 to $75,000. No rolling deadline is listed; applicants should contact the Central New York Community Foundation directly for current cycle information.

New York State Recovery Housing Program is a grant from the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) that funds certified recovery residences providing safe, supportive housing for individuals in recovery from substance use disorder. Funded residences implement a community-based shared-living model with peer support, a homelike environment, and connections to a Recovery-Oriented System of Care in the local community. Operators must hold or have received contingent OASAS certification under Part 860 regulations and adhere to a common set of standards and a code of ethics. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible applicants include New York nonprofits and certified recovery housing providers. Awards range from $50,000 to $300,000.

Affordable Home Ownership Development Program (AHODP) is sponsored by New York State Affordable Housing Corporation (via HCR). State capital grant program for construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, improvement of owner‑occupied housing for low/moderate‑income households.

New York State Climate Smart Communities (CSC) Grant Program is a grant from the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) providing funding to municipalities undertaking climate action and resilience projects. The CSC Certification program serves as a voluntary roadmap for local governments pursuing climate mitigation and adaptation, with eligible project types including greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory development, Climate Action Plans (CAPs), climate adaptation and resilience planning, flood mitigation engineering feasibility studies, and implementation projects. Free technical assistance is available through CDRPC for Capital Region communities, covering outreach, capacity building, climate listening sessions, and CSC certification support. Eligible applicants are New York cities, towns, villages, and counties that own property or hold climate change mitigation easements.

New York State Council of the Arts - Film, Media and New Technology is a grant from the New York State Council of the Arts (NYSCA) supporting nonprofit organizations, Native American tribes, and government units in New York State engaged in film, media, and new technology work. NYSCA accepts applications from organizations incorporated or registered to do business in New York State with a principal place of business serving the state's constituents. Grant recipients must comply with the Cultural Services Contract, adhere to NYSCA's crediting policies, and submit timely reports on the use of funding. Award amounts vary by program and are distributed through NYSCA's competitive grant application process.

The Women's Project (Alternatives to Incarceration) is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). This program provides alternatives to pretrial detention and incarceration for women and gender-expansive people in New York City facing criminal charges.

Community Grants Program is sponsored by New York Foundation for Mental Health. Private foundation program supporting community-based mental health services, peer support, and innovative approaches improving mental health outcomes for New Yorkers, with a strong focus on NYC.

Grants to New York and Pennsylvania Nonprofits to Address Health Concerns is a grant from an undisclosed health-focused funder that supports equitable, patient-centered health and behavioral health care delivery in New York City and surrounding areas. Funding priorities include strengthening the health care safety net, expanding access for uninsured and underinsured populations, workforce development for health and behavioral health professionals, and reducing health disparities in low-income communities through improvements in air quality, open space, food access, and community engagement. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations in New York and Pennsylvania. Award amounts vary. Projects addressing mental health, substance abuse, and chronic disease prevention are encouraged.

Community Controlled Affordable Housing (CCAH) Program is sponsored by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). Supports local communities with planning, predevelopment, and acquisition grants to advance resident governance and long-term affordability.

Adirondack Park Community Smart Growth Grant Awards is sponsored by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Supports capital projects and community development initiatives linking environmental protection, economic development, and community livability within New York's Adirondack Park, including comprehensive planning, infrastructure, and recreational access.

Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) Grants Program for Parks, Preservation and Heritage is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation (OPRHP). This New York State-funded initiative provides financial support to municipalities, state agencies, and not-for-profit organizations for the development and improvement of parks, historic properties, and heritage areas.

Afterschool Arts Program is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts. Funds afterschool arts programs including film and media arts for children, supporting community organizations providing creative content.

Addiction Professionals Scholarship Program is a New York State initiative funded by the state's Opioid Settlement Fund and administered by the NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). The program covers tuition and related costs for individuals pursuing an associate degree in Addictions Counseling or the Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) credential, with the goal of expanding the addiction services workforce across New York. Scholarships may fully cover degree costs or reduce them significantly depending on individual circumstances. Eligible applicants are New York State residents employed in addiction services programs seeking to advance their qualifications. No deadline is currently listed.

Climate Resilience Grant Program is sponsored by The Nature Conservancy (New York). This program provides grants to protect lands and waters essential for adapting to climate change.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is sponsored by New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). Provides grants for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation, multi-unit housing rehabilitation, and infrastructure improvements for low- and moderate-income households.

Healthy Aging Program Grants is a grant from The Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation, Inc. that funds direct service organizations improving health care and quality of life for older adults in New York City. The program prioritizes high-quality providers that increase access to care for those with acute or chronic illness, support underserved populations such as immigrants and economically disadvantaged seniors, and help older adults remain in their homes longer. Projects demonstrating cost-effective service delivery, measurable quality improvements, and potential for sustainability receive strong consideration. The Foundation also supports efforts to improve long-term care facilities and expand the professional workforce caring for NYC's aging population. Applicants must demonstrate a clear and direct impact on New York City's older adult community.

Farmland for a New Generation New York 2025 Regional Navigator Application is a grant from American Farmland Trust that funds partner organizations to serve as Regional Navigators within the Farmland for a New Generation New York (FNG-NY) program. Regional Navigators provide dedicated staff who offer training, personalized assistance, and connections between farm seekers and landowners across New York. The program supports new and beginning farmers seeking land, as well as elder landowners navigating farm transfer decisions, through a statewide online farmland finder and a network of regional partners. Eligible applicants are agricultural organizations with regional presence and capacity to provide hands-on support. Award amount is not specified; no deadline is currently listed.

Achelis and Bodman Foundation Health Program is sponsored by Achelis and Bodman Foundation. Funds initiatives in New York City that improve healthcare delivery, support biomedical research, and enhance clinical services for vulnerable populations.

Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIA) Program is sponsored by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). The Water Infrastructure Improvement (WIIA) program provides competitive grants to help municipalities affordably undertake critical wastewater and drinking water infrastructure projects. The program supports upgrading water and sewer systems, reducing water pollution, and safeguarding vital drinking water supplies. This program is for municipalities.

Small Manufacturers Modernization Grant is sponsored by Empire State Development. Supports New York State small manufacturers investing in projects to enhance operational efficiencies and market competitiveness through modernization and advanced technology integration.

Opportunity Grants is sponsored by The Eisner Foundation Inc.. Designed for smaller organizations or larger entities launching new intergenerational initiatives. This program aims to help smaller organizations grow, gain credibility, and encourage innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to intergenerational solutions. Geographic focus: Los Angeles County and New York City Focus areas: Intergenerational Programming, Innovation, Capacity Building, New Initiatives

Intergenerational Grants is sponsored by The Eisner Foundation. Exclusively funds programs that bring older adults and youth together, often supporting intergenerational choirs, music education, or collaborative arts projects.

Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP) Round 3 is sponsored by New York State Department of Veterans’ Services & Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Hillman Family Foundations Unsolicited Grant Program is sponsored by Hillman Family Foundations. The Hillman Family Foundations (HFF) is an umbrella organization for 18 individual foundations. Most of these foundations accept unsolicited grant applications through a centralized online portal. Funding supports effective projects that grow best ideas and invest in innovative solutions across various focus areas including arts, health, education, and community development. Organizations should identify which of the 18 specific foundations best aligns with their mission before applying. Geographic focus: Primary: Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania (Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland counties). Focus areas: Arts & Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment & Conservation, Health & Medicine, Human Services, Technology

The New York Community Trust Competitive Grants is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. Funding for nonprofits in NYC to advance educational equity, early childhood education, and systems-wide improvements in public schools.

Global NY Grant Fund Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). The Global NY Grant Program provides reimbursable grants to help New York organizations increase global exports through trade shows, market customization, and product adaptations for foreign regulations.

'Made in NY' Fund for New Theatrical Works is a grant from the New York City Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) and New Georges that funds the full development and production of new theatrical works in New York City venues. Administered in collaboration with the New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), the fund supports three artist-led theatrical projects produced in partnership with other NYC theatres, with a total investment of $150,000. The program prioritizes underrepresented and diverse creative voices as part of MOME's ongoing effort to make the city's creative sectors accessible to all New Yorkers. Eligible applicants are artists and organizations involved in theatrical productions in New York City.

Opportunity Grants is sponsored by The Eisner Foundation Inc.. Designed for smaller organizations or larger entities launching new intergenerational initiatives. This program aims to help smaller organizations grow, gain credibility, and encourage innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to intergenerational solutions. Geographic focus: Los Angeles County and New York City Focus areas: Intergenerational Programming, Innovation, Capacity Building, New Initiatives

New York State Apprenticeship Expansion Grant - Childcare Assistant Track is sponsored by New York State Department of Labor. Supports apprenticeship training for individuals pursuing childcare careers, creating pathways to increase early childhood teachers and professionalizing the field. Recent Hudson Valley awards supported training in early childhood education and STEAM.

Poverty-Fighting Grants (Mental-Health Track) is a grant from the Robin Hood Foundation that funds high-impact, poverty-fighting organizations in New York City with a focus on mental health services. Robin Hood supports organizations across lifestage milestones including early childhood, school-age children, young adults, and adults through household support programs. Beyond direct funding, grantees receive strategic capacity-building services including in-house consulting, board recruitment assistance, capital grants for facilities, and leadership coaching. Typical grants range from approximately $75,000 to $500,000 per year. Eligible applicants are New York City nonprofit organizations whose mission aligns with Robin Hood goals. Organizations not yet in the grantee pool may apply through a Grant Readiness and Insights Training Initiative. Interested organizations begin by submitting an Expression of Interest.

Workforce Development Capital Grant Program (New York) is sponsored by New York State. This program supports the capital needs of workforce training providers to enhance or expand their offerings in high-demand fields, including Software and Digital Media, which can encompass AI. Funding can be used for modernizing existing training centers, building new facilities, or purchasing machinery and equipment for workforce training. Applications must be developed in partnership with businesses to ensure industry-focused curriculum development and promote direct job placement.

Municipal Parks and Recreation Grant Program (MPR) is sponsored by New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Community Land Trust Support Program is sponsored by New York State Housing Trust Fund Corporation. Provides operating and capacity-building funds to support community land trusts in New York State.

New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP) is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Provides vouchers to reduce the incremental cost of purchasing or leasing all-electric, hydrogen fuel cell, or plug-in hybrid electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Focuses on reducing emissions in disadvantaged communities.

New England Community Enhancement Grant is sponsored by Various New England Funders. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Healthy Lives Grant Program is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. This program aims to enhance health services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in New York City.

Basic Center Program is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF). Supports emergency shelters and services for runaway and homeless youth, including counseling and family reunification.

Foundation Grant Program is sponsored by The Ralph C Wilson Jr Foundation. The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation accepts grant applications year-round for projects that align with its strategic focus areas. The foundation prioritizes projects that are creative, visionary, and have significant potential for resolving important needs within its target regions. The application process begins with registration on the Fluxx portal followed by a Letter of Inquiry (LOI). Geographic focus: Southeast Michigan (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Monroe, Washtenaw, St. Clair, and Livingston counties) and Western New York (Allegany, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Erie, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming counties) Focus areas: Youth Sports & Recreation, Parks, Trails & Green Design, Preparing for Success, Caregivers, Entrepreneurship & Economic Development

Standard Grants is sponsored by The Eisner Foundation Inc.. Supports organizations in Los Angeles County and New York City offering intergenerational solutions to society's greatest challenges. Funding can be used for general operating support, specific projects, capacity-building, or capital projects. Geographic focus: Los Angeles County and New York City Focus areas: Intergenerational Programming, Education & Mentoring, Arts & Cultural Enrichment, Healthcare Access, Family Support, Community Building

Project RISE (Respond, Invest, Sustain, Empower) is sponsored by New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Project RISE supports programs and services that strengthen violence prevention, youth development, mental health supports, and economic opportunity for young people in targeted communities.

Growing Advocacy Small Grant is sponsored by NYS Council on Developmental Disabilities (CDD). The NYS CDD is seeking grant applications that support new and budding advocacy initiatives in New York State, as well as strengthen the capacity of existing advocacy organizations.

Business Preparedness and Resiliency Program (BPREP) Grant (New York City) is sponsored by NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

Creative Engagement (LMCC Manhattan Arts Grant) is sponsored by Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC) with support from NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, New York State Council on the Arts, Howard Gilman Foundation, and Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation. Provides grants for arts events and programming in all artistic disciplines in any Manhattan neighborhood.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is sponsored by New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance. Offers financial assistance to low-income New York residents to help pay heating and cooling bills.

Workforce Retention Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). This program aims to bolster New York's child care workforce through bonus payments to staff in caregiving roles, as well as funding to support child care programs' efforts to recruit new staff, offer sign-on and referral bonuses, and more.

Child Care Capital Construction Funding Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) and Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). Provides reimbursement grants for design, construction, renovation, and equipment needs of child care centers in New York State.

Fashion Manufacturing Initiative (FMI) Grant Fund is sponsored by NYC Economic Development Corporation & CFDA. Production grants for NYC‑based fashion manufacturers to purchase equipment, make capital/technology upgrades, relocation, and workforce development.

Northeast Forests and Rivers Fund is sponsored by National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). This fund is dedicated to restoring and sustaining healthy forests and rivers that provide habitat for diverse native bird and freshwater fish populations in the Northeastern United States. Projects aim to improve management of forest habitat for golden-winged warbler, wood thrush, and other species.

Affordable Home Ownership Development Program (AHODP) is sponsored by New York State Affordable Housing Corporation (via HCR). State capital grant program for construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, improvement of owner‑occupied housing for low/moderate‑income households.

Global NY Fund Grant Program is sponsored by Empire State Development (New York State). The Global NY Fund Grant Program helps New York State's small and medium-sized businesses to start or increase their global exports. This can include activities like customizing for export markets, participating in trade shows, and product adaptation to meet foreign regulatory requirements, which are crucial for online retailers looking to expand internationally.

Venable Foundation Grants is sponsored by Venable Foundation. The Venable Foundation provides grants to nonprofits focused on human services, legal support, education, workforce development, youth impact, health, environment, and arts.

AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program is sponsored by AmeriCorps. Offers grants to nonprofit organizations in New York to engage individuals aged 55 and older in volunteer service, providing one-on-one support to children with special needs.

Special Projects Fund is sponsored by New York Health Foundation. The Special Projects Fund supports organizations and timely, evidence-based projects that address important and emerging health challenges and respond to the current moment. It invests in new and innovative health approaches to improve health at the organizational, community, or statewide level in New York. The fund focuses on projects that identify gaps in health systems or care delivery for marginalized populations, respond to time-sensitive challenges, strengthen community-informed solutions, and improve quality of care.

Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Grants is sponsored by Verizon in partnership with LISC. Provides grants to small businesses to help them thrive in the digital economy, including access to training, resources, and funding.

Manufacturing Assistance Program is sponsored by Empire State Development. Provides grants to manufacturing businesses in New York State for projects aimed at improving productivity or competitiveness.

Support for Organizations is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). This program offers streamlined and flexible funding for the general operating and arts programming activities of eligible organizations in New York State. NYSCA funding supports visual, literary, media, and performing arts, including dedicated support for arts education and underserved communities.

The New York State Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant Program provides $425 million in matching capital grants for independent colleges and universities in New York State. Funded through DASNY, the program supports design, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and equipping of campus facilities. Eligible projects include critical academic buildings, high technology and economic development initiatives, and urban renewal or historic preservation efforts that enhance academic programs, student life, or local economic growth. A state-appointed board reviews and approves applications. This program offers significant capital investment opportunities for private higher education institutions seeking to modernize infrastructure and expand their programmatic offerings.

Capacity Building Grants is sponsored by The Dyson Foundation. This program funds Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofit organizations and libraries for capacity building projects to improve administrative, governance, and/or programmatic functions. This includes professional development, operational enhancements, and planning.

Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants (YSCG) is sponsored by William T. Grant Foundation. This program supports activities to strengthen the organizational infrastructure of small nonprofit organizations in the five boroughs of New York City that provide direct services to young people ages 5 to 25. Focus areas include financial management, board development, human resources, staff training, and fundraising.

Sacred Sites Fund Grant is sponsored by New York Landmarks Conservancy. This fund provides matching grants for planning and implementing exterior restoration projects for landmarked houses of worship in New York State. Priority is given to essential repairs to the primary worship building.

Environmental Program Competitive Grants is sponsored by The New York Community Trust. Supports nonprofits working to mitigate climate change, protect public health from toxic pollutants, and preserve biological diversity within the New York City region.

Foundation Grant Program is a grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation that supports nonprofits in Western New York and Southeast Michigan working in the foundation's four focus areas: Caregiving, Youth Sports, Community Assets, and Design and Access. Organizations may apply year-round, and the foundation has also established permanent endowed Legacy Funds at regional community foundations including those in Southeast Michigan, Greater Buffalo, and Rochester. Additional special funding opportunities arise through the foundation's ongoing field scans and strategic studies. The program honors Ralph C. Wilson Jr.'s legacy of investing in the communities he loved.

Atlantic Coastal Fisheries Cooperative Management Act is sponsored by Department of Commerce. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship Program is sponsored by New York State Council on the Arts and New York Foundation for the Arts. New York State fellowship supporting emerging to mid-career artists across disciplines including Digital/Electronic Media and work that critically engages with AI. Open to artists of color and underrepresented artists in technology fields.

Opportunities in Agrivoltaics: Building Viability on Northeast Farms is a grant from Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) that funds training, mentorship, and technical assistance for farmer operators seeking to build or grow agrivoltaics businesses in New Jersey and New York. Agrivoltaic projects combine solar energy generation and agriculture on the same land, offering new pathways for beginning and tenant farmers while protecting farmland from development. The project also develops educational resources to support broader Northeast adoption. Eligible applicants include agricultural educators, extension professionals, and organizations capable of delivering technical assistance. The total award amount is ,899; no deadline is currently specified.

The van Ameringen Foundation Grant is sponsored by van Ameringen Foundation. The van Ameringen Foundation is dedicated to enhancing mental health services for underserved communities in New York City and Philadelphia, supporting innovative programs focused on early intervention, advocacy, and accessibility.

Healthy Lives: Health and Behavioral Health / Older Adults and People with Disabilities Grant Program is a grant from The New York Community Trust that funds services and pilot projects improving quality of life for older adults, children and youth with disabilities, people with blindness or visual disabilities, and people with developmental disabilities in New York City. The program supports research, pilot efforts, and replication of proven strategies that help these populations access health, social, education, and vocational services. Priority is given to projects targeting low-income, under-resourced communities and those using technology or innovation to promote independence. Eligible applicants are New York City nonprofit organizations. Grant amounts are unspecified; applicants should contact the Trust for current funding priorities and deadlines.

Urban Farms and Community Gardens Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Provides funding to urban farms and community gardens to expand gardens, invest in infrastructure, purchase equipment, and establish education programs.

Smart Start Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Education Department. Provides professional development to K-8 teachers in computer science, engineering, and educational technology.