Niagara Area Foundation
The Niagara Area Foundation funds research-based youth enrichment and environmental education projects that create positive impact in Niagara County, NY, with emphasis on equity and underserved communities.
Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Due Dates: October 3, 2025 | October 3, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per grant; total pool approx. $75,000 annually; average award ~$6,000
Summary: Supports impactful projects in Niagara County, NY focused on youth enrichment and environmental education/awareness.
Description
The Niagara Area Foundation (NAF), an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, funds nonprofit projects that create significant, positive impact within Niagara County, New York. The foundation prioritizes two primary goals: youth enrichment (including positive youth development, equity, and inclusion) and environmental education and awareness (promoting a healthy, vibrant, and safe ecosystem). Preference is given to projects serving low-income urban and rural communities. Grants are awarded through an annual competitive process each fall.
