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

April 7, 2026 | August 4, 2026 | January 5, 2027

Award size varies by project; funding is typically for one year, with multi-year requests considered. No explicit minimum/maximum stated.

Supports nonprofit organizations on Long Island through a competitive process to fund projects addressing community needs and fostering positive change.

--- ## Description This program offers ongoing competitive grants to nonprofit organizations working on Long Island, New York. The funding is intended to support impactful projects that align with the mission and priorities of the New York Community Trust, addressing a broad range of community needs such as arts, community development, education, environment, health, hunger, mental health, technical assistance, and youth development. The grant aims to foster lasting positive change in the region by enabling nonprofits to implement innovative and effective solutions. --- ## Due Dates - April 7, 2026: Submission deadline (First Tuesday in April) - August 4, 2026: Submission deadline (First Tuesday in August) - January 5, 2027: Submission deadline (First Tuesday in January) Applications must be received in the grantseeker portal by 11:59 p.m. on the listed dates. --- ## Funding Amount - Award size varies depending on the scope and needs of the project. - Funding is typically for one year; multi-year requests may be considered. - No explicit minimum or maximum award amount is stated. - For universities, hospitals, and affiliated nonprofit fiscal sponsors, overhead costs for grant administration may not exceed 5% of the total project budget (administrative costs directly related to project activities are not subject to this cap). --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations working on Long Island (Nassau or Suffolk counties). - Organizations should align their proposals with The Trust’s funding priorities and program areas. - Board requirements: Preferably at least five unrelated members, no more than one paid board member. - Only one proposal per organization per calendar year may be submitted to the competitive grants program. - For renewal requests, final reports on previous grants must be submitted before reapplying. --- ## Application Process 1. **Review Guidelines**: Carefully read the [What We Do (& Don’t) Fund](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/) page to ensure alignment. 2. **Prepare Application Materials** (combine into a single PDF under 25MB): - Cover letter on organization letterhead, signed by the executive or designee. - Narrative proposal (max 5 pages) covering organizational background, project need, alignment with The Trust’s goals, planned activities, timeline, expected outcomes, and evaluation plan. - Itemized project budget (include all project costs, other income sources, and in-kind support; round to nearest thousand). - Current year’s annual operating budget. - Board of directors list with professional affiliations. - For renewals, include progress on prior support, remaining activities, and sustainability plans. 3. **Submit Proposal**: Upload PDF via the [Long Island grantseeker portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Proposal/Create/?loiRespKey=0&rfpId=115) by the deadline. 4. **Decision Timeline**: Proposals are reviewed for three board meetings annually; decisions are typically communicated at the beginning of April, August, or December, depending on submission date. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals can only be submitted once per calendar year. - Applicants are encouraged to make a compelling case for their project’s impact and organizational readiness. - Financial audits or IRS Form 990 are not required unless specifically requested. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview & Application Portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Home/ThreeChoices) - [Download Full Proposal Guidelines (PDF)](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Rfp/DownloadRfp/?id=115) - [What We Do (& Don’t) Fund](https://thenytrust.org/nonprofits/) - [Funder Homepage](https://thenytrust.org) - [Contact the New York Community Trust](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |-----------------------|--------------------------------------------| | General Email | info@thenytrust.org | | Long Island Office | (631) 991-8800 | | Main Office | (212) 686-0010 | | Address | 909 Third Avenue, 22nd Floor, New York, NY 10022 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact Page](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) |

Long Island: Ongoing Competitive Grants

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