[Allegany County Area Foundation](https://alleganycountyareafoundation.org)

June 12, 2026

Typical total annual grant pool ~$60,000; individual award size varies; generally one-year support.

Grants support tax-exempt non-profits for projects benefiting Allegany County, NY communities, prioritizing new or special initiatives.

Applications must be received at least five days before the Grant Committee meeting.

--- ## Description The Allegany County Area Foundation (ACAF) provides funding to tax-exempt, non-profit organizations for projects and programs that offer meaningful benefits to the residents of Allegany County, NY. The Foundation prioritizes new or special initiatives over ongoing operational expenses and seeks to support efforts that demonstrate organizational capacity, clear community need, and potential for sustainable, long-term impact. All grant decisions are made by the ACAF Board of Directors, and recipients are required to submit a project report upon completion. --- ## Due Dates - June 12, 2026: Grant application due (must be received at least five days prior to the Grant Committee meeting on June 17, 2026) --- ## Funding Amount - The Foundation distributes approximately $60,000 annually in grants to local organizations. - Individual award sizes vary based on project scope and available funds. - Grants are typically awarded for a single year; multi-year support is rare and considered only in special cases. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be tax-exempt, non-profit organizations. - Projects must directly benefit Allegany County, NY residents. - Preference is given to new or special initiatives, not for ongoing operational costs or building campaigns. - Grants are not awarded to individuals. - Religious organizations may apply only for projects with a clear public benefit beyond religious activity. - Projects with political, partisan, or primarily religious purposes are not eligible. - Organizations must demonstrate adequate accounting and reporting procedures. - Grant recipients must submit a final project report (and interim report for projects exceeding six months). --- ## Application Process - Review the [ACAF Grant Policy](https://irp.cdn-website.com/e2a58903/files/uploaded/ACAF-Grant-Policy.pdf) before applying. - Applications can be submitted online via the [grant application portal](https://www.alleganycountyareafoundation.org/apply-for-grant), or by downloading, completing, and mailing/emailing the [PDF application](https://irp.cdn-website.com/e2a58903/files/uploaded/ACAF-Grant-Application-PDF.pdf). - Required documents: - IRS tax exemption letter - List of officers, directors, and trustees - Most recent financial statement and/or IRS Form 990 - Applications must include a detailed project description and budget. - All materials must be received by ACAF at least five days before the next Grant Committee meeting. - Grant Committee meets quarterly (June, September, December, March); ad hoc meetings may occur for emergent needs. - Confidential or sensitive information in the application should be clearly marked. --- ## Additional Information - Preference is given to projects that do not duplicate existing services and that have a plan for sustainability beyond the grant period. - Artistic projects must include a rendering or clear description and align with community standards. - Grant recipients are required to submit a follow-up report after project completion; for projects longer than six months, an interim report is also required. - In cases of urgent community need, the committee may review applications outside the regular cycle. --- ## External Links - [Allegany County Area Foundation Grants Page](https://alleganycountyareafoundation.org/grants) - [Apply for a Grant Online](https://www.alleganycountyareafoundation.org/apply-for-grant) - [Grant Policy & Application (PDF)](https://irp.cdn-website.com/e2a58903/files/uploaded/Grant-Policy-and-Application-January-2024.pdf) - [Grant Application Form (PDF)](https://irp.cdn-website.com/e2a58903/files/uploaded/ACAF-Grant-Application-PDF.pdf) - [Follow-Up Grant Report Form (DOCX)](https://irp.cdn-website.com/e2a58903/files/uploaded/ACAF-Grant-Report-Form-Updated-03-2018.docx) - [Contact ACAF](https://www.alleganycountyareafoundation.org/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Contact Details | |--------------------|--------------------------------------| | Bruce Campbell, Executive Director | Phone: 585-296-5616
Email: [director@acafny.org](mailto:director@acafny.org) | | Mailing Address | 6087 State Rt 19, Belmont, NY 14813 |

Grants for Non-Profit Organizations Serving Allegany County, NY

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