Long Island Competitive Grants Program
The Long Island Competitive Grants Program funds impactful, research-driven projects that address community needs and foster positive change across diverse focus areas in Long Island.
Funder: New York Community Trust
Due Dates: August 4, 2026 | January 5, 2027 | April 6, 2027
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $15,000–$25,000; average around $90,000; maximum up to $200,000; generally one-year, multi-year possible.
Summary: Supports projects addressing community needs and fostering positive change in Long Island across diverse focus areas.
Key Information: Projects must serve Long Island communities; only one proposal per calendar year per organization.
Description
The Long Island Competitive Grants Program, administered by the New York Community Trust, funds impactful projects that address pressing needs and create meaningful change in Long Island communities. The program supports a wide range of focus areas, including Arts, Community Development, Education, Environment, Health, Hunger, Mental Health, Technical Assistance, and Youth Development. Applicants must demonstrate organizational readiness and provide a compelling case for how the proposed project aligns with the Trust’s goals and benefits Long Island residents.
