New York Law Justice and Legal Services Grants

Con Edison seeks proposals for social justice grants that empower disadvantaged and historically marginalized communities to address climate resiliency in New York City and Westchester. The program supports actionable initiatives created with and for communities most impacted by extreme heat, severe weather, and flooding. Priority is given to organizations and partnerships with strong histories of community organizing around justice issues, leadership that reflects community demographics, deep engagement with residents, and clear policy and advocacy goals. Programs may include education on environmental burdens, skills based trainings on preparedness and advocacy, community convenings to plan for climate impacts, and projects that elevate community perspectives for decision makers. Projects must serve beneficiaries within the service territory and in designated disadvantaged communities. Total seed funding of up to 1,000,000 dollars will support programs beginning in July 2024. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations; in collaborative projects a designated 501(c)(3) must serve as fiscal agent. Programs must be located within priority communities and demonstrate meaningful community impact. Applications are due May 3, 2024. Grant duration is not stated. Additional information is available from Con Edison.

The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) is making up to $2 million in State Apprenticeship Expansion Formula (SAEF) funding available under the Direct Entry Pre-Apprenticeship Programs (DEPA) Request for Applications (RFA). The purpose of the RFA is to: 1. Provide funding for DEPA programs to support approximately 300 participants; and2. Support entry into NYS Registered Apprenticeship (RA) programs for underrepresented populations including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.NYSDOL is particularly interested in supporting DEPA programs that provide participants with training and exposure to various trades and offer opportunities for entry into RA training programs. Targeted industries include, but are not limited to, Building and Construction, Manufacturing, and Information Technology (IT).Although grantmaking activities will transition from the Grants Gateway to the Statewide Financial System (SFS) on January 16, 2024, applications for this funding opportunity will continue to be accepted through Grants Gateway until the submission deadline date of March 29, 2024.Note: With the transition of grantmaking activities from the Grants Gateway to SFS, prequalification will be unavailable from December 15, 2023 through January 16, 2024. After January 16, 2024, organizations will prequalify in SFS. If an organization is prequalified at the time of the cutover, their prequalification status will move over to SFS. Additional information regarding prequalification can be found at https://grantsmanagement.ny.gov/transition-SFS.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in the Mid-Atlantic region to host live performances and community engagement activities featuring artists, with a focus on accessibility and geographic diversity.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local, county, and tribal law enforcement tactical teams in New York State to improve their readiness for high-risk incidents, such as active shooter situations and counter-terrorism operations.

This grant provides funding to public libraries in five counties of the Finger Lakes region to enhance access and promote reading and learning among youth.

This grant provides funding for projects led by Asian American women or gender-expansive individuals in New York City that use arts and culture to promote social justice and address critical issues affecting their communities.

This opportunity invites K-12 students in Dutchess County, New York, to create artwork from recyclable materials, promoting awareness of recycling and sustainability through an art challenge.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative performing arts projects in the Mid-Atlantic region, enabling multiple presenters to engage audiences through high-quality performances and community-focused activities.

This funding provides $3,000 to emerging individual artists and artist collectives based in Queens, New York, to support the creation of new artistic projects across various disciplines.

This grant provides funding for agricultural research, education, and technical assistance projects aimed at improving farming practices in the Northern New York region, specifically targeting operating farms and agricultural research facilities.

This grant provides financial support to Black entrepreneurs who are positively impacting their communities, helping them grow and sustain their businesses.

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 program provides funding for capital improvements to the facilities of veterans' organizations in New York State, supporting enhancements that benefit veterans and their families.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to tourism-related businesses and non-profit organizations in Delaware County to promote economic growth and enhance tourism infrastructure.

This funding program provides financial support to arts organizations and community groups in New York City that focus on advocacy and movement-building to promote justice, sustainability, and equity, particularly for those led by and serving marginalized communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to governmental entities, not-for-profit organizations, and tribal organizations to transport youth to county and local agricultural fairs, promoting education and community engagement in agriculture.

This program provides financial support for transportation and related costs to help youth groups attend county and local fairs, promoting agricultural education and careers.

This funding opportunity supports artists, collectives, and curators in Erie and Niagara Counties, New York, to create and present innovative visual arts projects that engage the public and foster collaboration.

This funding opportunity is designed to support a residential program and intensive support services for individuals with serious mental illness who are involved in the justice system in New York City.

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations to implement programs that improve education, health, or scientific knowledge for residents of Herkimer and Oneida counties in New York.