IMPACT Grants
Funding Amount
Up to $5,000 per calendar year
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
IMPACT Grants
Funder: New York Credit Union Foundation
Geographic Scope: New York State
Purpose: Support innovative and inclusive efforts of credit unions across New York State through funding for technology advancements, security enhancements, strategic consulting services, and outreach to underserved communities.
- All federal and state-chartered credit unions within New York
- Applicants must clearly define anticipated benefits and outcomes of proposed project
- Must demonstrate alignment with grant purpose
- Each credit union may submit only one IMPACT Grant application at a time
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
Eligibility
- Enhancements in technology and operations
- Security upgrades
- Strategic planning and consulting services
- Financial education for all ages
- Homeownership and financial counseling programs
- Initiatives for savings and wealth building
- Expanding access to financial services for the "unbanked"
- Outreach to underserved or emerging markets, including youth, older Americans, and immigrant populations
Eligible Uses of Funds
- Credit union's financial need and performance
- Clearly defined, measurable goals
- Detailed budget with supporting documentation
- Project merit and fund availability may influence final award amount
- No guarantee of maximum funding for all applicants
- Grant award varies for members vs. non-members of New York Credit Union Association
Review Criteria
- Phone: 800.342.9835, ext. 8546
- Email: info@nycuf.org or member.relations@nycua.org
- Website: nycuf.org
Contact Information
How to Apply
Application Process
Submission Methods:
1. Online Application (Preferred)
- Access through the IMPACT Grant Application portal at nycuf.org/grants-and-resources/grant-applications
- Streamlined system for efficient submission
2. Email Submission
- Send completed application and all necessary documents to: member.relations@nycua.org
- Ensure submission is complete
3. Fax Submission
- Fax completed application and required documents to: (518) 782-4266
4. Mail Submission
- Mail to:
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The New York Credit Union Foundation – Grants
PO Box 15118
Albany, New York 12212-5118
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- Include all necessary documents and completed cover sheet
- Clearly defined project benefits and outcomes
- Demonstration of project alignment with grant purpose
- Detailed budget
- Supporting documentation
- Credit union financial information
- Performance information
Required Information
- Rolling basis throughout the calendar year
- Subject to availability of funds
- Timeline for decision notification not specified
Application Timeline
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
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