New York Recreation Grants

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Otsego County that provide innovative programs addressing the basic needs and enrichment of children from birth through elementary school.

This funding opportunity is designed to support non-profits and community organizations in Livingston County, New York, in providing quality sports and educational programs for youth aged 6 to 17, promoting their physical health, educational success, and community engagement.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit and community-based organizations in Livingston County, New York, to enhance access to quality sports programs and educational activities for youth aged 6 to 17.

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.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Syracuse to develop affordable housing and support community programs for residents.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Syracuse for projects that enhance affordable housing, homeownership, and community programs for residents of all ages.

This grant provides funding to not-for-profit organizations and community projects that enhance the well-being, education, and cultural opportunities for residents of the Town of Malta, New York.

This grant provides funding for middle school students in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties to engage in philanthropy by awarding grants to local nonprofit organizations of their choice.

This grant provides financial support to established arts and cultural organizations in Onondaga County, New York, to enhance their operations and benefit the local community.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Herkimer and Oneida counties to support programs and services that promote healthy lifestyles and access to resources for older adults.

The Tioga County Youth Bureau in New York is accepting applications for grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, to fund youth development, after-school, recreation, and sports programs run by non-profit organizations, with the aim of promoting the well-being of youth and families in under-resourced communities.

The General Operating Support Program, administered by CNY Arts and funded by Onondaga County, offers annual grants to arts and cultural organizations in Onondaga County, New York, to support their ongoing work and contribute to the county's economic and cultural vitality, with eligibility and funding tiers based on the organization's size, history, and operations.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Western New York that provide essential services and programs for economically disadvantaged and disabled children and teenagers.

The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts is offering the Individual Projects Grant of $1,000 to $3,500 to artists residing in Livingston or Monroe Counties, New York, to create a new body of work within the year 2025, with the application deadline set for October 21, 2024.

The Niagara Area Foundation is inviting applications for its 2024 grants, ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, aimed at supporting projects in Niagara County, New York that enrich youth development or enhance environmental education and awareness, with a total of $60,000 available for disbursement.

Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Daniel C. and Beatrice M. Fisher Fund. Donor Name: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo State: New York Town: Clarence Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo is privileged to be chosen by the Fishers to carry on their legacy of community support in perpetuity. The Fishers both had a history of contributing time and resources to the social, professional, and civic non-profits of Western New York with a particular focus on their town of residence. By establishing this fund in their names at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, they ensured they’ll continue their life-long commitment to the betterment of the Town of Clarence in perpetuity. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations located in or providing services to the Town of Clarence, New York. Organizations with Section 501(c)(3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service. This is a competitive process.  Requests that cannot show maximum impact to the residents of the Town of Clarence, in view of the competition, will not be considered. While the Foundation is open to all funding requests that meet the eligibility requirements outlined above, preference will be given to requests that align with the following priorities identified in a Town of Clarence needs assessment commissioned by the Community Foundation: Address the needs of the senior citizen population Improve the academic outcomes for special needs students Address matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion for all residents resulting in positive change Improve the natural environment, including matters of conservation and recreation. For more information, visit CFGB.

Applications are now being accepted for the Youth Team Sports Funding. Donor Name: Lewis County State: New York County: Lewis County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Youth team sports funding must be awarded to local community-based organizations and nonprofits. Project Period October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Programs eligible for funding must meet the criteria below: Provide team sports activities for youth under age 18 in under-resourced communities. Serve youth in New York State. Have a child protection policy in place that includes adherence to local city, agency, school district, and state child protection guidelines. Collect registration data, including participant demographic information, as required by OCFS in a manner that allows for accurate reporting of anonymized aggregate data. For funding purposes “team sport” is defined as organized physical activity in which groups of two or more individuals compete with two or more opposing individuals. Line-item budgets should focus on programming costs, including, but not limited to, the following: Coaches/instructors/direct service staff/mentors (including training/professional development) necessary to support youth’s ability to participate in team sports. Referee fees. Purchase of equipment or uniforms. Capital investment (e.g., swimming facilities, fields, fences, storage, lighting). Facility/field space cost. Purchase of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) by local nonprofit or community-based organizations to support the requirements of Chapter 681 of the Laws of 2023, as amended by Chapter 9 of the Laws of 2024. For more information, visit Lewis County.

Applicants are invited to apply for the Youth Sports and Education Grants. Donor Name: Lewis County State: New York County: Lewis County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline:  09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Project Period October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Programs eligible for funding must meet the criteria below: Provide structured sports activities for youth ages 6-17 Serve youth in New York State Demonstrate basic competency in the areas of governance, monitoring and evaluation, partnership and financial stewardship Have a child protection policy in place that includes adherence to local city, agency, school district and state child protection guidelines Collect registration data, including participant demographic information, as required by OCFS in a manner that allows for accurate reporting of anonymized aggregate data Line-item budgets should focus on programming costs, including but not limited to the following: Coaches/instructors/direct service staff/mentors (including training/professional development) Equipment Educational programming costs Facility/field and/or space cost Maximum of 15% of funds for administrative/overhead costs for the implementing agency only For more information, visit Lewis County.

The Lewis County is seeking applications for its Youth Development Program. Donor Name: Lewis County State: New York County: Lewis County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/20/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: OCFS encourages municipalities to fund a wide variety of youth development programs including, but not limited to, the following: Citizenship and Civic Engagement (youth leadership, cultural competency, race equity, etc.) Community (youth activism, mentoring, community service, etc.) Economic Security (career development, life skills, etc.) Physical and Emotional Health (seasonal activities like summer camp, opportunities for creative expression, etc.) Education (“out-of-school time” programming to support educational engagement like drop-out prevention services, etc.) Family (conflict resolution supports like restorative practices, etc.) Project Period October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025. Eligibility Criteria Programs eligible for funding must meet the criteria below: Serve youth under 21 years of age. Provide community-level services, opportunities, and supports designed to promote positive youth development. Have a non-discrimination policy and not deny youth services based on ethnicity/race, political affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or other disability, national origin, or any protected characteristic under local, state, and/or federal law. Collect data, including participant demographic information, as required by OCFS in a manner that allows for accurate reporting of anonymized aggregate data. Demonstrate competency in the areas of governance, monitoring and evaluation, partnership, and financial stewardship For more information, visit Lewis County.

The Chautauqua County Tourism Product Development Grant Program, with a deadline of 10/01/2024, offers $10,000 to $100,000 for projects that enhance tourism and recreation opportunities, increase visibility, and promote overnight stays in the county, with a focus on event development, marketing, and attraction enhancement.