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

HUDSON HEADWATERS HEALTH NETWORK

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

February 4, 2027

302 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Upstream Fund

Funder: Hudson Headwaters Health Network

Overview: 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
  • Status: Active; 2026 application cycle is currently live

    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:
    1. Visit Adirondack Community Foundation website
    2. Access their Generous Acts grant application portal
    3. Complete competitive grant application
    4. 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.

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    food-securityhousingtransportationchild-careworkforce-developmentmental-healthyouth-services

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