[Adirondack Foundation](https://www.adirondackfoundation.org)

June 1, 2026 (Annual deadline)

Typical awards range from $500 to $50,000 (in special cases); total annual funding is approximately $280,000.

Annual grants supporting educational initiatives to strengthen learning and educational opportunities in the Adirondack region.

--- ## Description The Lake Placid Education Foundation, a fund of the Adirondack Foundation, provides annual grants to support educational initiatives within the Adirondack region. The program aims to foster educational opportunities and enhance learning outcomes by funding projects and organizations dedicated to advancing education. While there are no narrowly defined thematic priorities, the overarching goal is to strengthen educational pathways through strategic grantmaking. Grants are awarded to qualified organizations whose work aligns with these broad educational aims. --- ## Due Dates - June 1, 2026: Full application due (annual deadline) All previous and future annual deadlines are June 1. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $500 and up, with possible awards up to $50,000 in special circumstances. - The foundation distributes approximately $280,000 in total grants each year. - Grants are generally for single-year projects. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be tax-exempt organizations, public agencies, schools, or municipalities serving the Adirondack region of New York. - Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply if they have a clear charitable purpose and a qualified fiscal sponsor. - Projects must serve the Adirondack region, including all of Clinton, Franklin, Essex, and Hamilton counties, parts of St. Lawrence, Warren, Lewis, Fulton, Herkimer, Saratoga, and Washington counties within the Adirondack Park boundary, and the Akwesasne Saint Regis Mohawk Reservation. - Organizations must provide services and employ staff without discrimination based on race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. - Nonprofit organizations must pass a due diligence check and be in good standing. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted via the [Online Grants Manager](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=generousact). - Applications must be received by 5:00 pm on the deadline date. - Required materials typically include organizational information, a project narrative, a detailed project budget, and (if relevant) fiscal sponsor documents. - Follow-up grant reports are required for all grantees and are generally submitted through the Online Grants Manager. - If your organization does not have 501(c)(3) status, you must provide your fiscal sponsor's EIN and financial statements. - For individuals or organizations receiving grants over $600, a completed IRS Form W-9 may be required. --- ## Additional Information - Organizations may apply again in subsequent years, but must submit a final report for any previous grants before reapplying. - The foundation does not typically fund capital campaigns, regranting programs, tuition assistance, or one-time events. - Applicants are encouraged to review all instructions and guidelines and reach out to the foundation with eligibility or process questions. --- ## External Links - [Lake Placid Education Foundation Program Page](https://adkcommunityfoundation.org/granting/apply-grant/lake-placid-education-foundation) - [Adirondack Foundation Grants Main Page](https://adkcommunityfoundation.org/granting/apply-grant) - [Online Grants Manager (Application Portal)](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=generousact) - [Sample Budget Template](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ItF8H5mRLBrSXCQPLSueK28N2sz2ErzI/view) - [Contact Page](https://adkcommunityfoundation.org/contact-us) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role/Notes | Email | Phone | |---------------------|-----------------------------|----------------------------------|-----------------| | Adirondack Foundation | General inquiries | info@adkfoundation.org | (518) 523-9904 | | Leslee Mounger | Funds and Program Officer | leslee@adkcommunityfoundation.org | (518) 523-9904 |

Lake Placid Education Foundation

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