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

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Typical grants range from $15,000 to $25,000; amounts and duration may vary by program and project.

Supports nonprofit projects in diverse focus areas—arts, health, education, environment, and more—across NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and select national/international initiatives to foster resilient, equitable communities.

--- ## Description The New York Community Trust provides grant funding to nonprofit organizations working across a wide spectrum of focus areas, including animal welfare, arts and culture, biomedical research, civic affairs, community development, education, environment, gender equity, health and behavioral health, human justice, human services, jobs and workforce development, support for older adults and people with disabilities, technical assistance, and youth development. The Trust primarily supports initiatives in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, with some funding available for national and international environmental work. The overarching goal is to build resilient, equitable communities by supporting impactful, innovative nonprofit projects. --- ## Due Dates - No specific due dates are currently available; deadlines are anticipated and may follow an annual cycle. - All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from $15,000 to $25,000. - Award size and duration may vary by program area and project. - Some specialized programs or RFPs may have distinct funding limits. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations; individuals are not eligible. - Projects must serve communities in New York City, Long Island, or Westchester. Some national and international funding is available, primarily for environmental initiatives. - Each focus area (e.g., arts, education, health) may have additional eligibility requirements or restrictions—review the relevant area’s guidelines. - Common ineligible activities include: - Capital and building campaigns - Endowments - Equipment purchases - General operating support/routine operational expenses - Grants to individuals - Religious purposes *Note: Some regional programs (e.g., Long Island) may have additional restrictions such as no funding for camps, performances, private schools, or sponsorships.* --- ## Application Process - Review the [What We Fund & Don't Fund](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) page to confirm eligibility and focus area fit. - Take the [Eligibility Quiz](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/#eligibility-quiz) to assess your organization’s fit. - Applications are submitted online via the [grant proposal portal](https://proposals.nycommunitytrust.org/). - Some program areas may issue specific RFPs or have additional requirements—refer to the relevant topic page for details. - Webinars and info sessions are periodically available for applicants in specific focus areas. --- ## Additional Information - Grants are generally project-specific and do not support general operating costs. - Priority is often given to projects with system-wide impact, those serving under-resourced or historically marginalized communities, and initiatives that foster collaboration or capacity-building. - Each focus area (e.g., environment, education, arts) has detailed strategies and priorities—review the linked guidelines for your area of interest. - For current or recent grantees, review the [full list of grants](https://thenytrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Total-Grants-2024-List.pdf) for examples. --- ## External Links - [What We Fund & Don't Fund – NY Community Trust](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/) - [Info for Nonprofits](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/) - [Focus Areas & Guidelines](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/current-grantees/#funding-areas) - [Contact Page](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Department/Contact | Details | |------------------------------|----------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@thenytrust.org | | Phone | (212) 686-0010 | | Address | 909 Third Avenue, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10022 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact Page](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) | ---

What We Do (& Don’t) Fund - New York Community Trust

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