Keuka Area Fund
Forecasted
The Keuka Area Fund supports research and science-based projects to protect the Keuka Lake environment and address diverse community needs, funded by the Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes.
Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Keuka Area Fund application deadline; projected)
Funding Amounts: $500–$4,500 per award; single-year funding; one application per cycle
Summary: Annual grants for 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving the Keuka Lake region, supporting environmental protection and diverse community needs.
Description
The Keuka Area Fund provides annual grants to registered 501(c)(3) organizations serving the communities around Keuka Lake, with a primary focus on protecting the region’s physical environment. The fund also supports a broad spectrum of community needs, including education, arts, wellness, infrastructure, and animal welfare. Priority is given to projects that align with the Community Foundation’s values of equity, community impact, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. Proposals are encouraged to demonstrate partnerships and address holistic community well-being.
