New York Private Grants

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and public entities in implementing programs that benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and historically underserved communities.

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northern New York that operate food pantries, soup kitchens, and school programs, enabling them to purchase essential food supplies to combat local food insecurity.

This grant provides financial and in-kind support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that promote social good, global health, and assistance for military members.

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Episcopal Diocese of New York that serve socially disadvantaged populations and promote community outreach initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports tax-exempt organizations in the Hudson Valley that provide essential services and programs for the welfare of cats, dogs, and retired circus and farm animals.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that work on climate justice initiatives, focusing on supporting communities of color and low-income populations in Baltimore City, the DC region, and New York.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that promote cultural understanding and diversity in communities where Nissan operates, supporting educational programs, cultural events, and heritage projects.

This program provides funding to nonprofits within 20 miles of U.S. Corning business locations to promote community engagement in education, human services, and cultural initiatives.

This fund provides financial support to small charitable organizations affiliated with the Roman Catholic or Protestant Church that deliver healthcare and human services to underserved populations in New York City and Chicago.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide career development programs for Black youth aged 14-24 in designated NBA markets.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northern Chautauqua County, New York, focusing on community development and initiatives that benefit local residents.

This grant provides funding to U.S.-based non-profit organizations to support projects that promote Japanese arts and culture, particularly in areas with limited access to such events.

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 initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New York City that are led by and serve communities of color, helping them strengthen their infrastructure and enhance their long-term sustainability.

The John T. Sloper Community Fund is requesting applications to promote programs in Southern Dutchess and Putnam counties, areas previously served by the Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service, by providing training and emergency medical equipment to enhance the delivery of emergency medical services to residents of those communities to improve accessibility to emergency health services in order to save lives. Donor Name: Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley State: New York County: Dutchess County (NY), New York County (NY), Putnam County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Purposes Acceptable grant proposals include: Automatic External Defibrillator Devices (AED), including materials and training; Support for organizations to become First Responders in areas where none exist; Equipment to enhance delivery of emergency medical services Funding Criteria Approximately $20,000 is available annually.  One fall grant cycle will be offered annually. It is anticipated that up to $3,500 per grant will be provided for AEDs, training and support materials. Eligible Criteria  Tax exempt organizations located in and/or serving communities formerly served by Sloper-Willen Community Ambulance Service (Southern Dutchess County, New York and Putnam County, New York) (John T. Sloper Community Fund). Tax exempt organizations located in and/or serving communities in the Dutchess County, New York (Cardiovascular Fund). Police departments, fire companies and volunteer ambulance services. Preference will be given to organizations who had not received funding in the prior year. Ineligibility Organizations requesting funding for programs that are 100% funded through the State and/or other funding sources. Organizations requesting funding for basic EMT training. Organizations requesting funding for advanced EMT and paramedic training for individuals currently working in those professions. Organizations applying for funding for recertification programs. For more information, visit CFHV.

This competition provides financial support and resources to Brooklyn residents looking to start or grow community-focused businesses.

Applicants are invited to apply for the New York Bar Foundation Grant Program. Donor Name: The New York Bar Foundation State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 09/15/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The New York Bar Foundation grant program assists organizations with law-related projects that: facilitate the delivery of civil legal services to those in need improve the justice system and the law;  enhance professional competence and ethics; and increase public understanding of the law. Criteria The Foundation makes grants to financially support law-related programs of legal services organizations, nonprofits, bar associations and other organizations throughout New York State. For more information, visit TNYBF.

This grant provides funding for innovative community projects in Chautauqua and Erie County, New York, focusing on underserved populations and new problem-solving approaches.

Café Royal Cultural Foundation NYC will award music production grants to NYC artists in all genres of music looking to undertake the production of an audio recording. Donor Name: Café Royal Cultural Foundation State: New York City: New York City Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Grants will assist with producer costs, if the project is not self-produced, and will assist with costs associated with recording, mixing, editing, and mastering of artists’ projects. Funding Information Up to $20,000.00. Eligibility Criteria  Artists in all genres of music. Composition(s) for the proposed recording must be completed by the application deadline. Grants will not be made for the purpose of commissions to composer(s). Grants awarded in this category do not fund costs associated with the writing/composition of new work. If your application is an original composition, the applicant must be the originator of the majority of the material for the recording. Completed recording projects are not eligible. Any fees related to work done outside a professional recording studio, such as a home-based facility, are not eligible for support. Artist(s) applying must be a current citizen or resident of the United State and must currently reside in New York City and have lived there for a minimum of one year prior to applying and plan to be a resident through the completion of their project. For more information, visit CRCF.

The NYSCA/GHHN Preservation Supplies Grant is an opportunity under the NYSCA/GHHN Conservation Grant Program partnership between the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and Greater Hudson Heritage Network (GHHN) that provides funds to purchase collection management supplies for museums, historical, and cultural organizations in New York State. Donor Name: Greater Hudson Heritage Network State: New York County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/31/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Applicants who have consulted with an appropriate professional (i.e., completed a MAP, CAP, NEA’s Small Preservation Assistance Grants for Smaller Institutions, C2CNYS Circuit Rider, GHHN’s Collections Needs Assessment Program, etc.) or by knowledgeable staff may request funds to purchase collection management supplies and shipping. If an organization has limited experience in rehousing collections, they should work with a Site Assessment consultant to provide guidance in selecting appropriate supply materials. Funding Information Applicants may request funds up to $650 for general collections management needs. No match is required. Supplies may include, but are not limited to: storage boxes, acid-free tissue paper, artifact trays, dividers, UV filtering film, Tyvek sheeting, cotton tying tape, item ID tags, HEPA vacuums, dehumidifiers, polyester batting, Ethafoam, environmental monitors, etc. Eligibility Criteria  Applications will be accepted from chartered nonprofit museums, historical organizations or other cultural institutions either incorporated in or registered to do business in NYS, that own, care for and exhibit collections to the public. GHHN membership is not required. Federal & municipal museums and historic sites must contact the GHHN to discuss eligibility. Sites owned by state agencies and religious institutions are ineligible. Organizations with budgets under $250,000 are strongly encouraged to apply. Organizations may apply once a year. Ineligibility  Grants will not support staff salaries or staff time. Requests for collection care supplies for archival or library materials (i.e., books, ledgers, log books, letters, scrapbooks, newspapers, ephemera, maps, or any item primarily used for informational/research value) will not be supported. This grant program will not support inappropriate materials or supply items that do not adhere to current collection care best practices. Please contact GHHN should you have questions about whether your supply request is eligible. For more information, visit Greater Hudson Heritage Network.