New York Capacity Building Grants

This program provides funding to municipalities in New York State for projects that improve recycling and waste management infrastructure, such as building facilities and purchasing equipment.

This funding opportunity supports community service programs in New York State that address local needs in areas such as education, public health, and environmental conservation through AmeriCorps initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports not-for-profit organizations and local governments in New York to create community gardens that provide fresh food and nutrition education to low-income populations eligible for SNAP benefits.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to New York City-based nonprofit organizations serving communities of color, helping them strengthen their capacity in key operational areas.

This grant provides financial support to innovative New Yorkers with bold ideas aimed at creating positive change in their communities across the five boroughs.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to individual dancers, choreographers, and small dance organizations based in the Bronx to help them develop their artistic projects and professional skills.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that improve school meal preparation using New York State farm products, reduce food insecurity, and promote workforce development in the food industry for eligible non-profits, municipalities, school districts, and educational service boards.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York State to deliver peer-led mental health services for individuals involved in the criminal justice system, focusing on rehabilitation and community reintegration.

This funding opportunity is designed to support behavioral health providers in improving the management and de-escalation of challenging behaviors in hospital and congregate settings through a collaborative training program.

This program provides funding to not-for-profit organizations to improve healthcare access and collaboration among providers in rural communities facing unique health challenges.

This program provides funding to enhance the training and skills of coroners in New York State, ensuring they are equipped to effectively manage their responsibilities in health services.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local government units for projects that implement crisis intervention programs, including mental health courts and initiatives aimed at reducing gun violence and preventing suicide.

This funding opportunity is designed for not-for-profit organizations to create programs that provide transitional housing and support for adults with both mental health issues and intellectual or developmental disabilities, helping them safely move from inpatient care back into the community.

This funding opportunity is designed to help organizations provide education and training services to individuals aged 16 and older, enabling them to secure high-demand jobs and advance their careers through structured pathways and support.

This funding opportunity is designed to help organizations provide training that equips individuals with essential soft skills and job readiness competencies needed to succeed in the workforce.

This funding opportunity is designed to support the management of a statewide advisory board comprised of young adults aged 18-26 who have personal experience with the child welfare system, juvenile justice system, or homelessness.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for the expanded implementation of an evidence-based program that delivers integrated services to young children and their families in pediatric healthcare settings across New York State.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small professional theaters in New York State with limited budgets, helping them enhance their operations and compensate artists while promoting inclusivity in the arts.

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.