ABNY Foundation Grant Program

Geographic Scope: Five boroughs of New York City

Economic Opportunity

• Programs that focus on career training, prioritizing tangible skill or accreditation at program completion
• Programs that support small businesses, entrepreneurships, and vibrant commercial districts

Civic Engagement

• Initiatives that remove barriers to civic participation by increasing civic literacy and dialogue
• Cultivating the next generation of civic leaders

Eligibility Requirements

• Be a small or mid-size non-profit with 50 employees or less
• Provide direct services within the 5 boroughs of New York City
• Be designated under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code OR possess Fiscal Sponsorship from a registered 501(c)(3) organization
• For-profit organizations are NOT eligible
• Grantees may receive awards for a maximum of three consecutive years
• Previous grantees with three consecutive awards must wait one year before becoming eligible for a new award

Grantee Benefits

In addition to the $10,000 grant award, grantees receive:

• Free access to select ABNY Member Events, including ABNY's signature Power Breakfasts
• ABNY Talks access
• Annual Spirit of ABNY Awards reception access

Application Deadlines: May 31 and October 31 annually

Award Decision Dates: June 30 and November 30 respectively

Additional Program: The ABNY Foundation also offers the 2026 World Cup for All Community Grant Program (see separate entry)

Application Process

Online Application: Submit via online application portal

Application Deadlines:

• May 31 (decisions announced June 30)
• October 31 (decisions announced November 30)

Required Materials:

• Download PDF copy of application questions prior to applying to review full list of questions
• Complete online application form with all required information

Questions: Contact info@abny.org with any questions about the application or program