Upstream Fund (via Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts)

Q: How much funding does Upstream Fund (via Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts) provide?

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Q: When is the deadline for Upstream Fund (via Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts)?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around February.

Q: Who is eligible for Upstream Fund (via Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts)?

Geography: Serving the Adirondack region.

Hudson Headwaters Health Network

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Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~February

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: February 4, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: February

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

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Geography

Serving the Adirondack region

Overview

Upstream Fund

A special donor-restricted fund that supports community-based projects addressing food insecurity, housing insecurity, transportation, and other socioeconomic issues that impact health and wellbeing.

Key Philosophy: Goes 'upstream' to fund projects that address root causes before they lead to negative health consequences.

Geographic Scope: Adirondack Region of New York State, including Hamilton, Clinton, Essex, Franklin, Warren, and Saratoga counties

Focus Areas:

Food insecurity and nutrition programs
Housing assistance and emergency home repair
Transportation access
Childcare and early childhood education
Workforce development and job training
Mental health and suicide prevention
Youth homelessness prevention
Emergency financial assistance for vulnerable populations
Community connection and recreation programs
Healthcare access improvements

Eligible Applicants: Nonprofit organizations serving the Adirondack region

Application Process: Applications submitted through Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts program (competitive)

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected]
Website: hhhn.org/support/upstream-fund/

Recent Funded Projects (2022-2025):

Food security and nutrition programs
Emergency housing assistance and rental programs
Childcare facility development
Water safety and recreation programs
Mental health and suicide prevention initiatives
Workforce development programs
Dental services for low-income residents
Community warming centers
Emergency home repair funds
Transportation assistance for seniors

How to Apply

Application Process

How to Apply:
Applications are submitted through Adirondack Community Foundation's Generous Acts program, not directly to Hudson Headwaters.

Steps:

Visit Adirondack Community Foundation website
Access their Generous Acts grant application portal
Complete competitive grant application
Submit by deadline

Deadline for Next Cycle: February 4, 2027

Additional Information:
For questions about the Upstream Fund specifically or to discuss potential project ideas, contact Hudson Headwaters at [email protected]

Note: Application details (required materials, narrative questions, LOI requirements) are managed by Adirondack Community Foundation. Contact them directly for specific application requirements.

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What Hudson Headwaters Health Network actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024: 5
Total given: $1.32M
Median grant: $15K
Range: $10K–$1.23M

By dollars: New York 100%. Top recipient cities: Plattsburgh, NY; Glens Falls, NY; Ticonderoga, NY.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

Pace at Hudson Headwaters Inc · Glens Falls, NY

Support for program of all-inclusive care for the elderly ("pace")

$1.23M
Ticonderoga Revitilization Alliance · Ticonderoga, NY

To support the ticonderoga childcare endowment fund

$50K
Rural Law Center of New York · Plattsburgh, NY

Provide assistance and resources to families and individuals residing in the…

$15K
Joint Council for Economic Opportunity of Clinton and Franklin Counties · Plattsburgh, NY

Emergency aid to alice (asset limited, income constrained, employed) households…

$15K
Adkactionorg Inc · Keeseville, NY

A pilot short term rental conversion toolkit and incentive program that empowers…

$10K