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The Rensselaer County Department for Youth is now accepting applications for the 2025 – 2026 funding year October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026. Funding is provided by New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) to support non-profit organizations that provide youth services to the targeted population in disadvantaged areas of the county.
Applicants are advised to review the Guidelines/Application Instructions for each funding stream for details on eligibility and requirements. Completed application packages must be submitted both: ***Please do not convert the forms to a PDF file*** 1. By email to: Debbie Fleming @ dfleming@rensco.
com Rensselaercountycoatsforkids@gmail. com if you are using Google Doc’s 2. A hard copy (sealed envelope) by Friday, September 30, 2025 , no later than 6:00 PM addressed to: Rensselaer County Department for Youth Please note: Rensselaer County is not responsible for delays with USPS, UPS, FedEx, or other delivery services.
Applicants must ensure their materials are received by the deadline. Funding Stream Available: Youth Development Programs (YDP) Youth Sports Education Funds (YSEF) Youth Team Sports (YTS – Competitive) If you have questions and need assistance contact: Office Phone: 518-266-7501 Email: dfleming@rensco.
com Application Requirements for each funding stream below: Applications that do not include all required forms and additional documentation, will not be considered. Please review the requirements carefully before submission.
Youth Development Program (YDP) Guidelines/Application Instructions Youth Development Program (PDF) Application Packet: Do not use any previous forms with a different revised date Rensselaer County Application Cover Letter (DOC) OCFS-5001 Individual Program Application (Rev. 10/2023) (DOC) OCFS-5002 Agency Program Profile (Rev. 1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Individual Program Application (Rev.
1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Coding Document (PDF) OCFS-5005 Program Budget (08/2025) (DOC) or an Itemized Line-Item Program Budget Instructions are included with each form.
Youth Sports and Education Funding (YSEF) Guidelines/Application Instructions Youth Sports and Education Funding (PDF) Application Packet: Do not use any previous forms with a different revised date Rensselaer County Application Cover Letter (DOC) OCFS-5001 Individual Program Application (Rev. 10/2023) (DOC) OCFS-5002 Agency Program Profile (Rev. 1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Individual Program Application (Rev.
1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Coding Document (PDF) OCFS-5005 Program Budget (08/2025) (DOC) or an Itemized Line-Item Program Budget OCFS–5011 form (09/2023) (DOC) Instructions are included with each form.
Youth Team Sports Competitive (YTS) Guidelines/Application Instructions Youth Team Sports (PDF) Application Packet: Do not use any previous forms with a different revised date Rensselaer County Application Cover Letter (DOC) OCFS-5001 Individual Program Application (Rev. 10/2023) (DOC) OCFS-5002 Agency Program Profile (Rev. 1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Individual Program Application (Rev.
1/2024) (DOC) OCFS-5003 Coding Document (PDF) OCFS-5005 Program Budget (08/2025) (DOC) or an Itemized Line-Item Program Budget OCFS–5011 form (09/2023) (DOC) Instructions are included with each form.
Helpful Documents to assist with the applications: Positive Features of Youth Development for - 5002 (PDF) Completing the 8 Features – Comparing Good and Poor Examples - 5002 (PDF) OCFS Coding Document – 5003 (PDF) 2026 Insurance and Exemption Guidelines Rensselaer County Contracts with COI examples (PDF) Annual Performance Report (XLS) Directions for Annual Performance Report (PDF) OCFS Claim Forms Workbook (XLS) Funding Announcements: Approved programs will be notified in writing by mail.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Not-for-profit and community-based organizations in New York State. Applicants should contact their municipal youth bureau for an application. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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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.
Child Care Capital Program is sponsored by New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS). The Child Care Capital Program provides reimbursement grants for the design, construction, reconstruction, renovation, and equipment needs for existing or proposed child care centers, school-age child care programs, and group day care programs in New York State.
Community Economic Development Projects is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Community Services (OCS). This program awards discretionary funds to Community Development Corporations (CDCs) for well-planned, financially viable, and innovative projects to enhance job creation and business development for individuals with low income. The goal is to address objectives such as decreasing dependency on federal programs, chronic unemployment, and community deterioration in urban and rural areas.
Adoption Opportunities is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children's Bureau. This program aims to eliminate barriers to adoption and provide permanent, loving home environments for children from foster care, particularly those with special needs. It supports activities that promote knowledge development and services for children and families.