[Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region](https://www.cfgcr.org)

January 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $150,000 per year; multi-year funding possible (max 3 years)

Supports programs reducing chronic kidney disease and related risk factors in the Greater Capital Region.

Forecasted cycle—dates and details may shift; check funder page for updates.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports nonprofit organizations working to foster healthy individuals, families, and communities by reducing the incidence and prevalence of chronic kidney disease and associated risk factors (including obesity, diabetes, and hypertension) in New York's Greater Capital Region. Funding priorities include promoting healthy habits and lifestyles, strengthening health equity for vulnerable communities, and supporting organizations that serve individuals affected by chronic kidney disease, with special consideration for projects focusing on home dialysis. --- ## Due Dates - January 2027 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Organizations may apply for up to $150,000 per year. - Multi-year funding is available for up to three years. - Awards may vary by project scope and available funds. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations or operate under the fiscal sponsorship of a qualifying nonprofit. - Programs must serve residents and be located within the ten-county Capital Region of New York State: Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, and Washington Counties. - Projects should address chronic kidney disease and/or its risk factors (obesity, diabetes, hypertension). - Special consideration is given to projects supporting home dialysis and those advancing health equity for vulnerable populations. **Ineligible:** - Individuals, scholarships, fellowships, research (unless directly related to chronic kidney disease interventions), endowments, political, governmental, or religious activities, travel, conferences, advertisements, fundraising events, annual appeals, and membership contributions. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through the [Community Foundation’s Grant Lifecycle Manager (GLM) portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfgcr). - New users must create an account; existing users can log in with their credentials. - Detailed application instructions and technical support are available via the [GLM Applicant Tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991-GLM-Applicant-Tutorial). - Required materials typically include organizational information, project narrative, budget, and demonstration of eligibility. - For updates and notifications on grant cycles, [sign up for email alerts](https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001iFzXxLROkcXawBHHk4_WRLy9hH9fsYle9blldmOtJExWFRHysBbXmzRjmGKNfHP0EKm7kb2OyH0CZV_MAYtxdvISeKEWrFsF). --- ## Additional Information - The fund prioritizes projects that address health equity, especially for Black and Latino/x communities, urban and rural populations, and those improving access to essential needs (housing, transportation, food). - Multi-year funding is competitive; applicants should clearly justify the need and propose measurable outcomes. - Applicants are encouraged to review the [2026 Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfgcr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) for further details on priorities and requirements. --- ## External Links - [Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region – Grants Page](https://cfgcr.org/grants/) - [Hortense & Louis Rubin Community Health Fund Information](https://cfgcr.org/grants/rubin-community-health-fund/) - [Grant Lifecycle Manager Portal (Apply/Login)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfgcr) - [GLM Applicant Tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991-GLM-Applicant-Tutorial) - [2026 Grant Application Guidelines (PDF)](https://cfgcr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Grant-Guidelines.pdf) - [2026 Grant Schedule (PDF)](https://cfgcr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026-Grant-Schedule.pdf) - [Contact the Foundation](http://cfgcr.org/contact?routing=grants) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Title | Email | Phone | |------------------------------|---------------------------------------|-------------------------------|------------------| | Shelly Connolly | VP of Community Grantmaking | sconnolly@cfgcr.org | (518) 446-9638 | | Melisa Logan | Program Officer / Database Admin | mlogan@cfgcr.org | (518) 446-9638 | | General Inquiries | – | info@cfgcr.org | (518) 446-9638 | | Grants Portal Support | – | grants@cfgcr.org | – |

Hortense and Louis Rubin Community Health Fund

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