[Fred L. Emerson Foundation](https://www.emersonfoundation.com)

Rolling (Proposals accepted year-round)

No set minimum or maximum; awards vary by project scope and need. Recent grants have ranged up to $250,000.

Supports projects and initiatives that directly benefit Auburn, NY and surrounding central New York communities, emphasizing local impact and innovation.

Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations and must have previously received Emerson Foundation funding.

--- ## Description The Fred L. Emerson Foundation Grant aims to support impactful projects and initiatives that benefit the Auburn, New York community and the surrounding central New York area. The Foundation welcomes proposals from qualified nonprofit organizations and higher education institutions that can demonstrate a meaningful, direct impact on the local community. The grantmaking process is designed to be responsive to compelling opportunities across a range of sectors, including education, health, arts, and community development, with a preference for innovative and sustainable projects that involve partnerships with other funders. --- ## Due Dates - Proposals are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis; there are no fixed deadlines. - Applicants typically receive a response within 1–3 months after submission. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no set minimum or maximum grant amount. - Grant awards are tailored to the scope and needs of each project. - Recent grants have ranged up to $250,000. - Funding may be awarded for capital, programmatic, or unrestricted purposes. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant organizations must be qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofits. - Projects must have a direct, meaningful impact on Auburn and the surrounding central New York area. - The applicant must have previously received funding from the Emerson Foundation. - The Foundation does not fund individuals, for-profit entities, fundraising events, or political activities. - Higher education institutions may apply if their initiative directly benefits the Auburn community. - Organizations outside the immediate geography are generally not eligible, except by invitation for discretionary grants. --- ## Application Process - All proposals must be submitted via the Foundation’s [online application portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=emersongrants). - Submissions by mail or email are not accepted. - Proposals should include a statement or letter of support from the organization’s president or chief executive officer. - Applicants must confirm eligibility, project alignment, direct local impact, and previous Emerson Foundation funding before applying. - After submission, applicants will typically receive a decision within 1–3 months. - Grant recipients are required to submit a final evaluation report and may be asked for interim reports. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations that received a grant must wait 2–3 years before submitting another proposal. - Unsuccessful applicants may reapply the following year (with a new proposal). - Small nonprofits not required to have audited financials may submit unaudited financial statements. - The Foundation values collaborative projects with multiple funding partners and prefers proposals that demonstrate sustainability and replicable outcomes. --- ## External Links - [Emerson Foundation Grant Guidelines (PDF)](https://www.emersonfoundation.com/_files/ugd/f2d784_9bcedb54c59b4cbf8ef8506762605171.pdf) - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.emersonfoundation.com/copy-of-grant-guidelines) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=emersongrants) - [Recent Grants List](https://www.emersonfoundation.com/_files/ugd/f2d784_774e9c71fafb42d89b586dd4a7debc7e.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Role | Contact Details | |--------------------------|-----------------------------| | Fred L. Emerson Foundation | 5654 South Street Road, Auburn, NY 13021 | | Main Office Phone | 315-253-9621 | | Online Contact | [Contact Page](https://www.emersonfoundation.com/contact-us) |

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