[New York Community Trust](https://thenytrust.org)

June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Typical grants range from $15,000 to $25,000; one-year project funding common.

Supports nonprofits in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester for projects advancing community resilience and equity across diverse focus areas, excluding capital, endowments, equipment, individuals, religious, and general operating support.

--- ## Description The New York Community Trust offers grants to nonprofit organizations serving New York City, Long Island, and Westchester. Funding supports a wide range of impact areas including animal welfare, arts and culture, biomedical research, civic affairs, community development, education, environment, gender equity, health and behavioral health, justice, human services, workforce development, support for older adults and people with disabilities, technical assistance, and youth development. Each region has distinct funding priorities, but all grants are intended to build more resilient and equitable communities. The Trust does not fund capital and building campaigns, endowments, equipment, individuals, religious purposes, or general operating support. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards are between $15,000 and $25,000. - Grants are generally for one year and support specific projects or initiatives, not general operating expenses. --- ## Eligibility - Only nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply. - Applicants must serve New York City, Long Island, or Westchester; some national or international work may be considered if it falls outside these regions. - Projects must align with one of the Trust’s focus areas (see below). - The Trust does **not** fund: - Capital and building campaigns - Endowments - Equipment purchases - Individuals - Religious purposes - Routine operational/general operating support --- ## Application Process - Review the [What We Fund & Don’t Fund](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) page to confirm eligibility. - Take the [Eligibility Quiz](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/#eligibility-quiz) to determine fit. - Prepare a project proposal aligned with the relevant impact area and region. - Submit an application through the [online portal](https://proposals.nycommunitytrust.org/). - Attend an [information session](https://thenytrust.org/events/?term-event-type=for-nonprofits) (optional but recommended for new applicants). - Additional materials or region-specific requirements may apply; see program area links for details. --- ## Additional Information - Each region (NYC, Long Island, Westchester) has specific focus areas and sometimes separate application processes. - Priority is often given to projects that are scalable, system-wide, or that address equity and access for underserved populations. - Not all focus areas are open for applications at all times; check the [RFPs & LOIs page](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/rfp-loi-additional-funding-opportunities/) for current opportunities. --- ## External Links - [What We Fund & Don’t Fund (Main Grant Page)](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) - [Eligibility Quiz](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/#eligibility-quiz) - [Apply for a Grant (Portal)](https://proposals.nycommunitytrust.org/) - [RFPs & LOIs](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/rfp-loi-additional-funding-opportunities/) - [Upcoming Information Sessions](https://thenytrust.org/events/?term-event-type=for-nonprofits) - [Info for Nonprofits](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@thenytrust.org | | Phone | (212) 686-0010 | | Contact Form | [Contact Page](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) | | Mailing Address | 909 Third Avenue, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10022 | ---

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