Oneida County Youth Investment Grant Round
Funds Oneida County nonprofits to create or expand evidence-based programs for at-risk youth, focusing on violence prevention and positive development using CDC-recommended strategies.
Funder: Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
Due Dates: May 13, 2026 (submission window opens) | June 30, 2026 (submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $25,000–$450,000 per award; funding for new or expanded youth programs; spend by June 30, 2027
Summary: Supports Oneida County nonprofits to develop or expand programs for at-risk youth, emphasizing positive development and violence prevention using CDC-endorsed strategies.
Key Information: Only one application per organization; programs must serve youth under 19 and align with CDC Youth Violence Prevention guidelines.
Description
This funding opportunity is designed to help nonprofit organizations in Oneida County develop or expand programs that address the needs of at-risk youth, with the ultimate goal of reducing youth violence and fostering positive youth development. Funded programs must use evidence-based strategies as outlined in the CDC’s Youth Violence Prevention Resource for Action Guide, focusing on both individual behaviors and broader community environments. The initiative encourages collaborative partnerships and innovative approaches that demonstrate measurable, long-term impact.
