This grant funds projects that advance the protection, restoration, and enhancement of pollinator populations and habitats throughout New York State.
Funder: New York Community Trust
Due Dates: June 3, 2026
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $5,000 to $200,000; average grant is ~$90,000; most grants are for one year.
Summary: Supports projects that protect, restore, and enhance pollinator populations and habitats across New York State.
Key Information: Overhead costs for universities/hospitals capped at 5% of total project budget.
The New York Pollinator Conservation Fund, administered by the New York Community Trust, provides support for initiatives aimed at protecting, restoring, and enhancing pollinator populations and their habitats throughout New York State. The fund prioritizes efforts that promote healthy ecosystems, foster biodiversity, and address threats to pollinator species, including habitat loss and environmental changes. Projects funded under this program are expected to contribute to the sustainability and well-being of pollinators, which are critical for ecological balance and agricultural productivity.