New York Grants

New York state is one of the largest grant-making environments in the country. Between New York State agencies, New York City government programs, and the extraordinary concentration of foundations based in Manhattan, organizations in New York have access to a vast range of funding. The New York State Council on the Arts alone is one of the largest state arts funders.

15 grants in New York
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Ag and Food Systems Workforce Development Grant

$3,000,000.000
AGRICULTURE & MARKETS · April 28, 2026 State

Ag and Food Systems Workforce Development Grant New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Request for Proposals for the New York State Agriculture and Food Systems Workforce Development…

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Farmland Protection Staff Capacity, Round 1

$1,000,000.000
AGRICULTURE & MARKETS · June 26, 2026 State

Farmland Protection Staff Capacity, Round 1 The intent of this RFP is to support local agricultural and farmland protection goals by building staff capacity for eligible organizations to initiate or…

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Round 20 Farmland Protection Implementation Grants

$67,000,000.000
AGRICULTURE & MARKETS · June 1, 2026 State

Round 20 Farmland Protection Implementation Grants The intent of this Request For Applications (RFA) is to fund the implementation of certain farmland protection activities intended to maintain the…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants does New York State offer?
Major New York agencies include the NYS Council on the Arts, Department of Health, Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Housing and Community Renewal, and Empire State Development. New York City adds its own layer through DCLA, SBS, HPD, and other city agencies. The Consolidated Funding Application (CFA) streamlines access to multiple state grants.
What foundations are based in New York?
New York hosts more foundation headquarters than any other state. Major funders include the Ford Foundation, Robin Hood Foundation, New York Community Trust, Open Society Foundations, Rockefeller Foundation, Carnegie Corporation, and the Simons Foundation. Most accept applications from organizations both within and outside New York.
Are there grants for New York City organizations?
NYC has extensive city-level funding through the Department of Cultural Affairs, Small Business Services, Housing Preservation and Development, and the Mayor's Office. The NYC Council discretionary funding process awards hundreds of millions annually. Borough-specific and community board-connected programs add additional opportunities.

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