New York Arts Grants

UMEZ Arts Engagement invites proposals from artists and arts organizations that are based in Upper Manhattan and presenting arts projects or programming serving Upper Manhattan. Donor Name: Lower Manhattan Cultural Council State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/10/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Upper Manhattan is home to a remarkable concentration of artists and arts organizations including one of the largest concentrations of culturally-specific groups in the country. With this in mind, UMEZ UMEZ Arts Engagement supports individual artists, arts groups and arts nonprofit organizations to implement projects that provide audiences with opportunities to attend and/or participate in arts events and programming in Upper Manhattan. This area is defined as north of 98th Street on the east side of Fifth Avenue; and north of 110th Street on the west side. Funding is available for projects in the performing, literary, media, and visual arts, ranging from folk/traditional forms to contemporary and socially-engaged artistic practices. Supported activities include concerts, performances, public art, exhibitions, screenings, festivals, readings, and more. The program encourages artistic presentations that respond to the current needs of the local communities and amplify the cultural breadth and identity of Upper Manhattan. Funding priority will be given to projects that engage artists with deep connections to the community in which they are presented and elevate the cultural activity and aspirations of the community involved as well as applicants whose work is rooted in the lived experience of Upper Manhattan’s Black, Latinx, Indigenous and immigrant communities. Funding Information UMEZ Arts Engagement awards grants between $1,000 and $5,000. The project will take place between January 1 – December 31, 2025. Eligibility Criteria  Nonprofit Organizations: UMEZ Arts Engagement supports nonprofit arts organizations that meet ALL of the following Eligibility Requirements: Organizations must be based in Upper Manhattan, defined as north of 98th Street on the east side of Fifth Avenue; and north of 110th Street on the west side. Organizations must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with proof of nonprofit status. Organizations must have a principal mission of production and/or presentation of arts and culture for public audiences. Organizations must have carried out or participated in publicly accessible arts programming in 2 of the last 5 calendar years (2020-2024). Organizations must have operating budgets under $750,000 for two of the last three completed fiscal years. Organizations may not have received funds from or have a pending application with UMEZ directly for a grant for the same fiscal year, with the exception of UMEZ’s regrant program UMEZ Mertz Gilmore Seed Fund for Dance. First-time applicants are required to attend an information session webinar for UMEZ Arts Engagement before applying. Returning applicants are required to attend an information session webinar OR watch a recorded information session webinar for UMEZ Arts Engagement before applying. Individual Artists and Collectives: UMEZ Arts Engagement supports individual artists, as well as collectives, project based collaborations, and unincorporated groups that meet ALL of the following Eligibility Requirements: Individual artists must reside in Upper Manhattan, defined as north of 98th Street on the east side of Fifth Avenue; and north of 110th Street on the west side. Individual artists must be fiscally sponsored by an organization with a formal fiscal sponsorship program or by LMCC Individual artists must have carried out or participated in publicly accessible arts programming in 2 of the last 5 calendar years (2020-2024). Collectives must designate a lead artist (director, or equivalent), who meets all eligibility requirements for individual artists, to apply as an individual on its behalf. Applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of submission and may not be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate degree program. Individual artists may not apply or receive funds on behalf of any organization. First-time applicants are required to attend an information session webinar for UMEZ Arts Engagement before applying. Returning applicants are required to attend an information session webinar OR watch a recorded information session webinar for UMEZ Arts Engagement before applying. For more information, visit LMCC.

This grant provides funding to organizations and local governments to develop solar and energy storage projects that benefit low-to-moderate income households and affordable housing providers in New York.

Tourism Capital grants support significant investments in visitor-generating projects such as theaters, museums, trails, and other major cultural and recreational attractions. Donor Name: Tompkins County State: New York County: Tompkins County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information Grants range from $5,000 to $100,000. Uses of Funds The funds can be used for design, renovation, and new building projects; investments in unique permanent installations such as exhibits; and feasibility studies of potential capital projects. Supported Activities Past projects funded include the Dryden Rail Trail Stewart Park Inclusive Playground renovation of Discover Cayuga Lake’s charter boat for eco-cruises; Tompkins Center for History and Culture buildout visitor amenities for the Cayuga Waterfront Trail. What is Eligible for Funding? Capital Investment Projects New construction and renovation projects are eligible. The project may provide expansion or renovation to existing facilities or may be a new facility. Project will typically be valued at $75,000 or higher. Grant funds may contribute up to one-third (33%) of eligible costs that include: Acquisition of land Acquisition, construction, and renovation of buildings Acquisition of furnishings, equipment, permanent exhibitions, and other capital improvements designed to serve or promote tourism over a minimum of five years Design services for the project Feasibility Studies Studies should lead to a capital investment as described above. Eligible projects include: Concept-level design and determination of cost estimates Tourism plan for a capital project Business plan for a capital project. Eligibility Criteria Nonprofit organizations designated as 501(c)3. Municipalities within Tompkins County. Farmers Markets. For more information, visit Tompkins County.

Tourism Advancement grants fund projects and marketing campaigns that attract visitors to Tompkins County for overnight stays. Donor Name: Tompkins County State: New York County: Tompkins County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Less than 1 Year Details: The Foundation is particularly interested in initiatives that generate travel demand during periods where the market has the capacity to accommodate additional travelers.  Funding Information Grants range from $2,500 to $20,000. Grant Period  The grant activity period runs from November 2024 to April 2025. Supported Activities This grant can fund a variety of projects that attract tourists, including: Large-scale and high-profile events, marketing campaigns, art installations, guided tours, and exhibits. Festivals, outdoor theatre, website redesigns, guided tours, museum exhibits, and musical performances. What is Eligible for Funding? Projects aligned with the Strategic Tourism Plan or other tourism implementation plans are eligible for Tourism Advancement grants. Examples include:  Artistic performances and installations Heritage tourism events Agriculinary events Outdoor recreation events Events that attract a niche audience Festivals Temporary exhibits  Guided tours Sporting events and tournaments Marketing campaigns. Eligibility Criteria Nonprofit organizations designated as 501(c)3. Municipalities within Tompkins County. For more information, visit Tompkins County.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Manhattan Community Awards Program. Donor Name: Manhattan Borough State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 08/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Manhattan-based organizations serving seniors, youth, arts organizations, composting and education programs, education and recreational programming. The Manhattan Community Awards Program (MCAP) is contracted through three city agencies: the Department for the Aging (DFTA), the Department of Corrections (DOC), and the Department of Education (DOE). Focus Areas The Manhattan Community Award Program prioritizes funding to organizations working with Manhattan communities and addressing the priorities noted below. For FY 25, They seek to fund programs that address (but are not limited to) the following core priorities: Senior Programs Health, fitness, education, nutrition, and other programs serving seniors and intergenerational populations Arts and cultural programming for seniors Food pantry and emergency food access programs for seniors Climate Mitigation and Resiliency Public engagement around specific Manhattan-based resiliency projects Green roof projects, hydroponics, and community gardens Education Sports and other after-school physical education programs Youth arts programs Youth health and wellness programs Anti-Gun Violence Initiatives Anti-gun violence and intervention programs Performance, literary and visual arts partnerships addressing social justice and the impacts of racism School-arts organization partnerships pertaining to anti-gun initiatives. Funding Information One-time contract ranging from $5,000 to $10,000. This is a reimbursement grant. Eligibility Criteria  Any religious organizations must have a 501(c)3 human service organization designation. All organizations must provide proof of insurance. Funds can only support activities and programs conducted within Manhattan. For more information, visit Manhattan borough.

This grant provides financial support to emerging and mid-career artists and small organizations in the Bronx to develop new performing arts projects, including dance, music, and theater.

This funding opportunity supports a variety of arts and cultural projects in Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties, benefiting nonprofit organizations, individuals, libraries, municipalities, and collaborative groups.

The Air Products Greater Massena Community Fund provides financial support to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and local governing bodies for a wide variety of programs, projects, and initiatives that improve the quality of life for residents in the Greater Massena community. Donor Name: Northern New York Community Foundation State: New York County: Franklin County (NY), Saint Lawrence County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding will be awarded to programs/projects benefiting community needs in areas including, but not limited to health and wellness, arts and culture, human services, education, families, youth and/or elders, environment and conservation, community development, recreation, and more. Each request will be evaluated for its potential impact on the Massena community and, in particular, its support for disadvantaged communities, the amount of funding available for disbursement, and the quality of the planning, leadership, and support of the applicant’s proposal.  Funding Information Up to $7,500 per grant application. Geographical Areas Greater Massena community within St. Lawrence and Franklin Counties. For more information, visit Northern New York Community Foundation.

The Clifton-Fine Community Fund is seeking applications for its Clifton-Fine Community Fund to enhance the quality of life for year-round and seasonal residents in the Clifton-Fine region, which includes the communities of Clifton, Cranberry Lake, Fine, Newton Falls, Oswegatchie, Star Lake and Wanakena. Donor Name: Clifton-Fine Community Fund State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/19/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Proposals will be evaluated for impact on the community, economy and tourism; ability to leverage and secure additional funding; innovative and creative solutions to regional challenges; organization’s ability to implement and steward the request; and overall support from the community. Funding Information Up to a total of $6,000 is available for this grant application. Project Period Grant recipients will have up to one year from the date of award to complete the project. Eligibility Criteria To apply for this grant opportunity, your request is required to: Enhance the quality of life for year-round and seasonal residents in the Clifton-Fine region, which includes the communities of Clifton, Cranberry Lake, Fine, Newton Falls, Oswegatchie, Star Lake and Wanakena. Grants for operating support will generally not be considered; although, unique events or circumstances may allow for special consideration. Requests will be evaluated for impact on the community, economy and tourism; ability to leverage and secure additional funding; innovative and creative solutions to regional challenges; organization’s ability to implement and steward the request, and overall support from the community For more information, visit NNCF.

The Cullen Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Responsive Grant – Education. Donor Name: Cullen Foundation State: New York County: Erie County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: In Education, they seek applications from organizations offering Supplemental Academic Programs (SAP). All programs should have direct academic outcomes, be evidence-based, and primarily serve economically disadvantaged students. Programs must support students from multiple schools. Types of Support Cullen Foundation has established the following types of support for responsive grants in the education focus area: Program/project support Capital/physical infrastructure Capacity building Funding Information An organization may apply for 1, 2 or 3 years of funding, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 per year (for a $300,000 total maximum). Eligibility Criteria Cullen Foundation has the following eligibility criteria for all applicants: The organization is a 501(c)(3) The organization must submit audited or reviewed financials prepared by a CPA for its most recently completed fiscal year. This is Cullen’s requirement and is not related to NYS requirements Erie County is their primary geographic service area. Education applicants not located in Erie County must serve at least 80% Erie County residents No funding received will be used for partisan political activity No funding received will be used for expenses already incurred No funding will overlap with an existing grant from the Cullen Foundation The request must fit within Cullen Foundation’s education focus area (evidence-based programs with direct academic outcomes, serving economically disadvantaged students in grades pre-K through 12); and requests for the following will not be considered: Recreational camps or recreation-based programs Internship programs Education resource rooms and drop-in centers Museum exhibits Professional development programs and services Field trip funds and programs Skills and job training programs Transportation requests Arts education programs Requests from Individual schools Request for programs that serve students from only one school Individual scholarships will not be awarded other than those provided by the Cullen Scholars program. For more information, visit Cullen Foundation.

Applicants are invited to submit applications for the Responsive Grant Program. Donor Name: Cullen Foundation State: New York County: Erie County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/26/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: In Performing Arts, the Foundation supports the disciplines of music, dance, singing, and theatre, and their priority is to fund organizations that have a primary focus on community performances. Types of Support Cullen Foundation has established the following types of support for responsive grants in the performing arts focus area: Program support General operating support Capital (building or equipment) Capacity building support Funding Information An organization may apply for 1, 2 or 3 years of funding, ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 per year (for a $300,000 total maximum). Eligibility Criteria Cullen Foundation has the following eligibility criteria for all applicants: The organization is a 501(c)(3) The organization MUST submit audited or reviewed financials prepared by a CPA for its most recently completed fiscal year. This is Cullen’s requirement and is not related to NYS requirements Erie County is their primary geographic service area. Performing arts organizations outside of Erie County may apply if they can demonstrate their service to Erie County residents through valid audience participation data The primary mission of the organization should be directly that of performing arts No funding received will be used for partisan political activity No funding received will be used for expenses already incurred No funding will overlap with an existing grant from the Cullen Foundation. The request fits within Cullen Foundation’s performing arts focus area; requests for the following will not be considered: Arts education programs Art therapy programs Sponsorships including galas, fundraising events, conferences, and travel opportunities Programs and events with a performing arts component that are hosted by organizations that are not members of the performing arts sector Activities of organizations serving primarily their own membership. For more information, visit Cullen Foundation.

This grant provides financial support to community-based organizations in New York City that focus on arts, education, and human services, particularly those serving marginalized groups and working to reduce inequality.

The Jeannette F. Schlobach grant program, funded by the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley, offers $10,000 to $100,000 to nonprofit organizations in Dutchess, Putnam, or Ulster Counties, New York, that provide services such as case management, housing, education, job training, and health services to residents impacted by poverty, with a focus on historically marginalized and under-funded communities.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for year-round residents of the Adirondack Park through various community-focused programs.

The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley is offering grants between $1000 to $10,000 to tax-exempt organizations in Dutchess County, New York, focusing on arts, culture, and education, particularly those making facilities and events accessible to young people and seniors, with the exclusion of certain expenses like debt reduction, equipment, and fundraising campaigns.

This grant provides funding to municipalities and organizations in Chautauqua County to develop tourism initiatives that enhance marketing, events, and attractions, requiring a matching contribution from recipients.

The Field Hall Foundation is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to not-for-profits and local governments in Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, NY, for programs and projects aimed at improving the lives of low-income and vulnerable older adults and their caregivers, with focus areas including food insecurity, home-based care, elder abuse, and transportation.

The Field Hall Foundation is offering grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 to not-for-profit organizations and local governments in Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, NY, for projects and programs aimed at improving the lives of low-income and vulnerable older adults and their caregivers, with focus areas including food insecurity, home-based care, elder safety, and transportation.

The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties is seeking applications from nonprofit partners for outcomes-driven programs or projects which focus on Education, Health, and/or Sciences and benefit residents of any age in Herkimer and/or Oneida counties. Donor Name: The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties State: New York County: Herkimer County (NY), Oneida County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Focus Areas Each focus area is defined by the following characteristics: Education – Projects, programs, or activities that aim to transmit knowledge, strengthen skills, and/or teach a particular topic or trade. Health – Projects, programs, or activities that aim to nurture and improve physical, mental, and/or social well-being. Sciences – Projects, programs, or activities that study/enhance scientific objectives (e.g., physical sciences, life sciences, social sciences). Eligibility Criteria New programs or projects in need of funding must begin no earlier than July 2024. If your request is for an existing or ongoing program/project, all expenses incurred prior to July 2024 do not qualify for funding. All programs/projects should have identifiable and measurable outcomes with a definitive timeline for completion or outcomes to be achieved Only one submission per organization will be considered for each funding round Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, an organization with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, governmental institutions, educational institutions, or faith-based organizations seeking support for projects/programs that address non-religious needs or issues, serving diverse constituencies without regard to religious affiliation Ineligibility Applications for projects, programs, or activities that relate to animals and/or the arts Financial assistance or loans to individuals Funding for religious or faith-based specific programming Organizational payroll and operational needs Expenses already incurred (projects in process/already completed) For more information, visit Community Foundation.

This funding program provides $10,000 to agricultural and horticultural organizations and county extension services that host annual fairs, aiming to boost public engagement and awareness of agriculture and domestic arts.