SCCF: Education Grants Cycle

SCCF: Education Grants Cycle

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Steuben County Community Foundation
Amount: US $500 - US $25,000
Last Updated: January 09, 2026

Summary

The SCCF Education Grants Cycle supports projects that enhance education and skill development for all ages in Steuben County. Grants range from $500 to $25,000, aimed at nonprofits with a focus on improving quality of life. Special consideration is given to collaborative initiatives addressing root causes. Eligible applicants include nonprofits serving Steuben County, while individuals and projects primarily funded by government sources are not supported.

Overview

Education Grants Cycle Education grants are for projects that are related to education, training, and advancement of skills to participants of all ages. Funding The average grant size varies widely based on the grantmaking fund. However, for the Education Cycle, Arts & Culture, etc. Cycle, and the Health & Human Services Cycle, the average grant size is $ $500-$25,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Who We Fund:Nonprofit organizations serving Steuben County.Requests may be approved for nonprofits headquartered outside Steuben County if a majority of the people benefitting from the grant funds reside in Steuben County.What We Fund:Projects and programs intended to improve quality of life in Steuben County, with special consideration given to collaborative projects and those which consider and attempt to address root causes.Projects that fit within a nonprofit organization’s mission and strategic plan, and that have support from their board demonstrated by board approved meeting minutes supporting the application.

Ineligibility

Who We Do NOT Fund:IndividualsOrganizations with outstanding grant reports due to SCCFOrganizations that do not serve Steuben CountyWhat We Do NOT Fund:Projects normally fully funded by government or schoolsReligious activities that do not serve the community at largePolitical organizations or campaignsProjects that duplicate existing services without collaborationProjects where SCCF is the sole funderRequests for projects that have already occurred or debt reductionRequests for a project that SCCF has funded for 3 consecutive yearsFundraising campaigns