Community Grant Program
Annual grants for nonprofits in Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties support projects and operations in arts, education, environment, youth, and more to foster equity, innovation, and measurable community impact.
Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes (https://communityfund.org)
Due Dates: June 1, 2027 (Letter of Intent) | July 1, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Project Support: $2,000–$10,000 | General Operating: $5,000–$15,000 (annual, renewable)
Summary: Annual grants for nonprofits in Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties, supporting projects and general operations in arts, education, environment, youth, and more.
Description
The Community Grant Program is an annual, competitive grant opportunity for nonprofit organizations residing in and serving Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties, New York. The program funds both project-specific initiatives (such as direct service, capital, or organizational development) and provides unrestricted general operating support to strengthen ongoing organizational needs. Grants are awarded in areas including arts, culture, education, youth, environment, animals, human services, and capacity building. The program seeks to advance equity, foster community collaboration, support innovation and sustainability, and prioritize measurable community impact.
