The Northern New York Community Foundation stewards a number of charitable funds designed to award grants that support nonprofit organization programs, projects and initiatives positively impacting the quality of life across Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties.
The following grant opportunities are currently active at the Community Foundation:
Youth Philanthropy Council Grant Program
Description: The Youth Philanthropy Council of the Community Foundation is an advisory council of high school students empowered to recommend and award grants to nonprofit organizations serving residents of all ages in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Nonprofits involved in arts and culture, health and wellness, human services, education, conversation and the environment, and other community focus areas are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: December 13, 2019
Funding Available: Up to $20,000
Contact: Mary Perrine (maryp@nnycf.org)
John and Dorotha VanNess Family Fund
Description: This family legacy fund was established to provide grant funding to nonprofit organizations creating and promoting programs, activities, and initiatives positively impacting citizens and the general welfare of the greater Potsdam area. Nonprofit organizations may apply in support of one or more of the following community needs sectors: Health and wellness, arts and culture, economic development, education, recreational programs, community revitalization and beautification, strategic planning and research, other quality-of-life projects and opportunities.
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Funding Available: Up to $10,000
Contact: Max DelSignore (max@nnycf.org)
Jefferson Economic Development Fund
Description: This charitable fund awards grants to eligible nonprofit organizations that will support programs, projects and initiatives which demonstrate clear public benefit and promote economic development and general welfare in the Jefferson County region. The fund encourages nonprofit organizations think creatively and broadly when examining their programs and services and identify a correlation between their work and economic development in the community. Examples may include, but are not limited to: workforce development, initiatives improving general community health, strengthening access to arts, culture and education opportunities, and more.
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Funding Available: Up to $10,000
Contact: Max DelSignore (max@nnycf.org)
Six Town Community Fund
Description: This charitable fund supports programs, projects and activities that enhance the quality of life in the Six Town region. The Six Town area encompasses Adams, Ellisburg, Henderson, Lorraine, Rodman and Worth. This grant opportunity is available for any nonprofit organization serving the residents of the Six Town area.
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Funding Available: Up to $5,000
Contact: Max DelSignore (max@nnycf.org)
Daniel J. Briggs Fund for Integrity
Description: The mission and charitable purpose of this charitable fund is to provide support for bullying prevention and character education programs, as well as professional development opportunities, to administrators, teachers, staff and employees of school districts in Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties. Program examples meeting these criteria may focus on, but are not limited to, leadership, student responsibility, respect, and trust for the community.
Deadline: November 15, 2019
Funding Available: Up to $1,000
Contact: Max DelSignore (max@nnycf.org)