Niskayuna Community Foundation Mini-Grants

The Niskayuna Community Foundation Mini-Grants provide funding up to $2,000 for organizations that benefit the residents of Niskayuna, NY. Eligible projects can include arts, community development, conservation, health services, and recreation. The foundation supports nonprofit organizations under 501(c)(3) or those with fiscal sponsors. However, the grants do not cover individual projects, scholarships, research, or political activities, ensuring a focus on community enhancement and support.

Niskayuna Community Foundation MiniGrants
Grants for programs and/or services benefiting residents of the town or school district of Niskayuna, NY;
Grants are awarded in the following fields:

• Arts and CultureCommunity DevelopmentConservation and Historic PreservationHealth and Human ServicesRecreation

Eligibility

The Niskayuna Community Foundation will accept proposals for mini-grants of $2,000 or less for organizations that meet the following criteria:Qualify under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a nonprofit organization OR operate under the fiscal sponsorship of an organization that does;Serve residents who live in the town or school district of Niskayuna;

Ineligibility

The following are generally not eligible for competitive grants:Programs that the Community Foundation will have to operate;Individuals;Scholarship or fellowship programs;Research;Endowments;Political, governmental or religious activities;Travel;Conferences and/or speakers’ expenses;Advertisements in programs, journals or other publications;Special events and other fundraising events;Annual appeals or membership contributions