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ActiveCentral New York Community Foundation (CNYCF) · 2026

Women's Fund of Central New York Grants

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Agency: Central New York Community Foundation (CNYCF)
Funding: $5,000
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties in Central New York.

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Women's Fund of Central New York Grants is sponsored by Central New York Community Foundation (CNYCF). The Women's Fund of Central New York awards grants to support programs and ideas that aim to advance the full participation of women in the community. Grants are awarded to nonprofits serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties.

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Apply for a Grant - Central New York Community Foundation Apply for a Women’s Fund Grant Applications are accepted from organizations whose primary focus is to address key issues affecting women and girls in Central New York.

501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, publicly supported organizations such as schools and municipalities, and organizations using a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor Organizations serving residents of Cayuga, Onondaga, Madison or Oswego counties Preference will be given to organizations with annual operating budgets of $5M or less.

The Leadership Council looks for innovative programs that address problems to be solved, or opportunities to be seized, for the benefit of women and girls. Priority is given to capacity-building activities and new projects within an organization rather than ongoing projects/programs. We invite proposals that: Suggest practical approaches to community problems.

Promote cooperation among agencies without duplicating services. Generate community support, both professional and volunteer. Strengthen an agency’s effectiveness or stability.

Address prevention as well as remediation. We do not make grants for the following: Recurring grants to a program previously supported. Annual operating budgets, except when it is “seed” or “bridge” funding.

Loans or assistance to individuals. Medical or academic research (except where requested by a donor). Activities that occurred before the Women’s Fund’s decision date.

The Women’s Fund grant application deadline is June 18, 2026 each year. There is only one grant round per year. All Women’s Fund applications and attachments must be submitted through our online form.

Grant requests should not exceed $5,000. You will be notified of the grant decision approximately eight weeks after the deadline date. If your organization receives a grant, we encourage sharing of photos, outcomes and testimonials upon completion of your funded project.

We may also request supplemental information about a previous grant project if your organizations applies for another grant in the future. This information assists us in assessing our grantmaking efforts and sharing stories of impact. If your organization is not recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit, municipality or school district, you may identify a qualified sponsor to act as your organization’s fiscal agent.

The fiscal agent must be a legitimate 501(c)(3) organization [or publicly supported organization, e.g., municipality/school district]. One copy of the sponsoring organization’s IRS Letter of Determination showing 501(c)(3) [or equivalent] status must be uploaded with your proposal, along with one copy of the sponsor’s most recent annual financial statements (audited if available), and a current board list.

The sponsoring organization must also provide a letter of support, indicating their willingness to oversee the grant finances. If a grant is approved, payment will be made to your organization through your fiscal agent. News Releases August 23, 2023 Women's Fund Distributes $55,000 in Grant Funding to CNY Nonprofits The grants will fund projects that support the advancement and full participation of women and ...

News Releases April 14, 2023 Grant Round Now Open! | Women's Fund of CNY The Women’s Fund will award $5,000 grants to support programs and ideas that aim to ... Women’s Fund Founders Built Legacy for Community’s Daughters and Granddaughters The Women’s Fund now has more than $1.

2 million in total assets and has awarded ... News Releases August 30, 2022 Women's Fund Distributes $50,000 in Grants $50,000 in grants will assist nonprofits serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties Caragh Fahy: Giving for Generations Caragh believes that building a financial plan is like putting together a puzzle and charitable ... News Releases April 11, 2022 Grant Round is Open!

| Women's Fund of CNY The Women’s Fund will award ten $5,000 grants to support programs and ideas that aim ... Publications March 9, 2022 The Corinthian Club: A Legacy of Friendship and Progress Giving Voice Spring 2022: Donor Story Stories February 17, 2022 Remembering Lois Schaffer Lois was a founding member of the Women's Fund and a program officer at the ...

Stories November 23, 2021 Whole Me Creates Real Change for CNY's Deaf Community An important quality of Whole Me is that when a person who is deaf walks ... News Releases August 23, 2023 Women's Fund Distributes $55,000 in Grant Funding to CNY Nonprofits The grants will fund projects that support the advancement and full participation of women and ... News Releases April 14, 2023 Grant Round Now Open!

| Women's Fund of CNY The Women’s Fund will award $5,000 grants to support programs and ideas that aim to ... Women’s Fund Founders Built Legacy for Community’s Daughters and Granddaughters The Women’s Fund now has more than $1. 2 million in total assets and has awarded ...

News Releases August 30, 2022 Women's Fund Distributes $50,000 in Grants $50,000 in grants will assist nonprofits serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties Caragh Fahy: Giving for Generations Caragh believes that building a financial plan is like putting together a puzzle and charitable ... News Releases April 11, 2022 Grant Round is Open!

Stories November 23, 2021 Whole Me Creates Real Change for CNY's Deaf Community An important quality of Whole Me is that when a person who is deaf walks ...

Eligibility Requirements

Nonprofit organizations serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties in Central New York.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Women's Fund of Central New York Grants?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations serving Onondaga, Oswego, and Cayuga counties in Central New York. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Women's Fund of Central New York Grants offer?

The current listing shows $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Women's Fund of Central New York Grants?

Women's Fund of Central New York Grants is funded by Central New York Community Foundation (CNYCF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

Which states are eligible for Women's Fund of Central New York Grants?

This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.

How do I apply for Women's Fund of Central New York Grants?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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