Agency Grant Application
Funding Amount
$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
Deadline
September 30, 2026
175 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Agency Grant Application
Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (UWMRNY)
Geographic Scope: Four-county region including Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties in New York
Program Type: Competitive grants designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations
Purpose: These annual grants focus on strengthening organizations through fundraising efforts. Grants are designed to focus, enhance, and/or expand an organization's existing programs and services, or as an investment in a critical enhancement project aligned with the nonprofit's mission.
- Education
- Income Stability
- Health
- Disaster Services
Community Impact Focus Areas
- Food insecurity
- Substance use and/or mental health
- Financial literacy
- Housing
- Child care
- Transportation
Key Priority Areas
- Minimum Request: $2,500
- Maximum Request (by county): - Chenango County: $25,000 - Delaware County: $5,000 - Otsego County: $10,000 - Madison County: $10,000
Funding Requirements
- Unbiased, competitive review process
- No "member agencies" or entitlement funds
- Review panels comprised of United Way Board members and trained community representatives/volunteers
- Applications scored using a rubric based on research of greatest community needs
- Scoring formula considers application review results and (for returning funded partners) previous years' mid-year and final reports
Evaluation Process
- Application opens: Mid-July (annually)
- Application deadline: September 30th
- Panel review period: October 1st through December 1st
- Allocation process: Late January
- Applicants notified: No later than February
Key Milestones
- Funded programs subject to mid-year and end-of-year reporting requirements
- Details outlined in funding agreements
Reporting Requirements
- Programs must demonstrate positive community change beyond outputs (numbers)
- Must measure outcomes: broader, longer-term changes in knowledge, behavior, skills, or conditions of people served
- Outcomes should be measurable and demonstrate impact over time
Expected Outcomes
Contact Information
Norwich Office: 83 North Broad St Norwich, NY 13815 607.334.8815Oneonta Office:
31 Maple Street
Oneonta, NY 13820
607.373.0297
Morrisville Office:
PO Box 1116
Moreville, NY 13408
607.373.0297
Website: uwmrny.org
How to Apply
How to Apply
Account Setup:
1. Create an account at the application portal (new users) or login if you already have credentials
2. Recommend using your Agency Name as your Username
3. Watch for confirmation email to set your password (check spam folder)
4. Keep username and password for future applications and agency reporting
Application Process:
1. Follow all prompts in the online grant application system
2. Save your draft frequently using "SAVE DRAFT" button to return and work on application at your own pace
3. Complete all fields - do not leave blanks; enter "N/A" if not applicable
4. Click "SUBMIT" when completed
5. You will receive a copy of your submission via email
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