Grants for Nonprofits in New York
Last updated September 30, 2026
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| ★ | Grant |
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| Cloudsplitter Foundation Unrestricted Support Grants Cloudsplitter Foundation · Foundation January 1, 2027 · Up to $10K The Cloudsplitter Foundation makes Unrestricted (general operating) Support Grants of up to $10,000/year to Adirondack-region nonprofits, generally those with an established relationship. Three rounds per year (Jan 1 / May 1 / Sep 1). | |
| Cloudsplitter Foundation Program/Project Support Grants Cloudsplitter Foundation · Foundation January 1, 2027 · Varies The Cloudsplitter Foundation (Saranac Lake, NY) makes Program/Project Support Grants to Adirondack-region nonprofits/municipalities to fund defined projects or programs (no fixed upper limit; requests >$50k require prior contact). | |
| Children's Foundation of Erie County Grant Children's Foundation of Erie County Inc · Foundation January 30, 2027 · Varies The Children's Foundation of Erie County (Kenmore, NY) makes grants to organizations serving children in the Western New York / Erie County area. | |
| Municipal Waste Reduction and Rcycling. Prgrm. 24 DEC01 · State November 1, 2027 · Varies | |
| Altman Foundation Grants - Health Altman Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Altman Foundation's Health program invests in NYC programs that: (1) expand access to health care for underserved, uninsured or vulnerable populations; (2) expand and strengthen quality out-of-hospital/community-based care for the most… | |
| Cayuga Community Fund Grants Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Cayuga Community Fund, an affiliate/component fund of the Central New York Community Foundation (created 2008), makes annual grants from its endowment to nonprofits serving Cayuga County, NY — aiding education, health, social services… | |
| Allyn Family Foundation Opportunity Fund Allyn Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · $5K – $25K The Allyn Family Foundation's Opportunity Fund supports organizations in Onondaga and Cayuga Counties, New York, that advance a vibrant, equitable and prosperous community. | |
| Al & Peggy DeMatteis Family Foundation Grant Al & Peggy Dematteis Family Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grants to 501(c)(3) organizations whose work serves human needs. Two-step process; trustees meet quarterly to act on applications. | |
| Altman Foundation Grants - Education Altman Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Altman Foundation (a ~100-year-old New York City private foundation) invests in organizations expanding high-quality learning. | |
| AAA-ICDR Foundation Special Initiatives Grants American Arbitration Association - Int'l Centre for Dispute Resolution Fndn Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The AAA-ICDR Foundation Special Initiatives Grants is a named grant program supporting special ADR initiatives beyond the annual cycle. | |
| AAA-ICDR Foundation Rapid Response Grant American Arbitration Association - Int'l Centre for Dispute Resolution Fndn Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The AAA-ICDR Foundation Rapid Response Grant is a named grant program (distinct from the annual cycle) supporting timely alternative-dispute-resolution work. were not on the scraped grantee pages.) | |
| Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation Grants Cleveland H Dodge Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation (NY) funds NYC-metro 501(c)(3) organizations serving underserved communities with an education emphasis (capacity-building, results-based education, teacher PD, digital education, after-school programs)… | |
| AJ Muste Foundation Rapid Response Grants Aj Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Grants for the immediate and/or emergency needs of groups involved in grassroots nonviolent activism. | |
| Cloudsplitter Foundation Rapid Response Grants Cloudsplitter Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K The Cloudsplitter Foundation offers rolling Rapid Response Grants (under $5,000) for special/urgent, time-critical needs of Adirondack-region nonprofits, requested by contacting the Grants Director. | |
| AJ Muste Foundation Organizing Grants Aj Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Funds grassroots activist projects advancing human rights, equality and dismantling social, economic and political oppression — prioritizing groups with small budgets and little access to mainstream funding. | |
| CNY Arts Statewide Community Regrant Program CNY Arts Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies CNY Arts lists the Statewide Community Regrant Program among its current grant offerings. It is CNY Arts' NYSCA-funded regrant program supporting community arts projects by artists and nonprofits in the Central New York region. | |
| Off-Cycle Funding Requests (Community Foundation of Tompkins County) Community Foundation of Tompkins County Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Off-cycle grants are submitted outside the regular grant application cycles due to urgent or unforeseen needs; eligibility requires urgency (an immediate, unforeseen need that cannot wait until the next regular cycle), alignment with the… | |
| Smart Growth 2026-2027 Smart Growth Community Planning Grant Program Dept of State Funding · State Rolling · Varies Grant program supporting community planning initiatives for smart growth in New York State. | |
| Oswego County Community Foundation Grants Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Oswego County Community Foundation, a component fund of the Central New York Community Foundation (created 2013), awards annual grants to nonprofits serving Oswego County, NY — aiding education, health, social services, arts, civic and… | |
| AAA-ICDR Foundation Annual Grant American Arbitration Association - Int'l Centre for Dispute Resolution Fndn Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The AAA-ICDR Foundation runs an annual competitive grant cycle funding organizations that use alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in innovative ways to bridge community conflicts, prevent and reduce violence, and support diversity… | |
| Altman Foundation Grants - Services to Not-for-Profits Altman Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Altman Foundation's Services to Not-for-Profits program strengthens the nonprofit sector in the Foundation's areas of interest: enhancing the ability of key umbrella organizations to help their member/constituent agencies address… | |
| Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund Grants Central New York Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Greater Pulaski Community Endowment Fund, an affiliate/component fund of the Central New York Community Foundation (established 1991), makes annual grants supporting arts & culture, community development, education, environment… | |
| Cullen Foundation Performing Arts Action Grant Cullen Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Up to $10K The Action Grant is an expedited route for past Cullen performing arts grantees seeking less than $10,000 per year. | |
| Altman Foundation Grants - Cultural Engagement, Youth Development & the Arts Altman Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Altman Foundation's Cultural Engagement program supports access and inclusion in arts and culture for New Yorkers. |
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About grants for nonprofits in New York
Nonprofit grants are the lifeblood of the social sector. From federal pass-through funding to foundation program grants and corporate giving programs, thousands of funders actively seek nonprofits to support. Whether you need general operating support, program funding, or capacity building resources, the right grant can transform your organization's impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common types of nonprofit grants?
The main types include program/project grants (funding a specific initiative), general operating support (unrestricted funds for overhead and operations), capital grants (buildings, equipment), and capacity building grants (staff training, technology, strategic planning). Federal grants often fund specific programs, while foundations may offer more flexible support.
How much funding can a nonprofit get from grants?
Grant amounts vary enormously — from $500 micro-grants to multi-million dollar federal awards. Most foundation grants range from $5,000 to $100,000. Federal grants for large programs can exceed $1 million. Your budget size, track record, and the scope of your proposal all affect what you can realistically win.
Do new nonprofits qualify for grants?
Yes, though options may be more limited. Many funders require 501(c)(3) status and at least 1-2 years of operations. New nonprofits should look for startup-friendly funders, capacity building grants, and fiscal sponsorship arrangements that let you apply through an established organization.
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