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

March 6, 2026 (Full proposal deadline)

Up to $30,000 per grant; total pool $260,000; one-year project period (May 2026–April 2027)

Supports Roosevelt Island nonprofits delivering direct services or programs to local residents, with priority for underserved communities and sustained impact.

--- ## Description This opportunity, administered by the New York Community Trust, provides funding to Roosevelt Island nonprofits for projects that directly benefit local residents. Grants are intended to enhance quality of life through initiatives in education, arts, health, environment, and related fields. The program prioritizes organizations serving underresourced populations and those proposing projects with long-term engagement and measurable community impact. Proposals are reviewed competitively by a committee of Roosevelt Island community members. --- ## Due Dates - March 6, 2026: Full proposal submission deadline (by 5:00 pm ET via The New York Community Trust Grantseeker Portal) Award notifications are expected in May 2026. --- ## Funding Amount - Total funding pool: $260,000 - Maximum grant per organization: $30,000 - Grant period: May 2026 – April 2027 - Grants are for one-year projects. Administrative costs and equipment purchases are allowable expenses, but capital projects (e.g. construction) are not. --- ## Eligibility - Nonprofits must be incorporated or registered in New York State and tax-exempt under IRS 501(c)(3), or a fiscally sponsored program of such an agency. - Must provide direct services or benefits to Roosevelt Island residents. - Must demonstrate sound financial practices (no negative net assets, balanced budgets). - Board of directors must have at least four unrelated members, with no more than one paid staff as a voting member (exceptions for hospitals/medical associations). - Organizations must have operated for at least two years and have an annual operating budget under $10 million. - Fiscally sponsored organizations must provide documentation for both their own entity and the fiscal sponsor. - Ineligible: government-related entities, general operating support, capital projects, efforts benefiting only one individual/family, and fundraising events. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [New York Community Trust Grantseeker Portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/) as a single PDF (max 25 MB). - Required materials: - Proposal narrative (up to 6 pages; 7 pages if a 2025 grantee) - Project budget (itemized, covering May 2026–April 2027) - Annual operating budgets and financials for the last and current year - List of board of directors with affiliations - Optional: up to 3 electronic work samples or video links (max 3 minutes each) - Complete the cover sheet and upload materials in one session to avoid errors. - Review criteria include: alignment with program goals, service to underresourced communities, project clarity, and sustainability. --- ## Additional Information - An informational webinar will be held January 26, 2026, at 12:00 pm ET (RSVP to jchang@thenytrust.org). - Applicants may be contacted in March 2026 for clarifications or site visits. - Grant recipients must provide ACH banking information and sign a grant letter for payment. - Final narrative and financial reports are required at the end of the grant period. - Prior grantees must submit a final report for their 2025 grant before 2026 payment is made. --- ## External Links - [Roosevelt Island Public Purpose Fund RFP (PDF)](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Loi/DownloadLoi?loiKey=69&loiName=Roosevelt%20Island%20Public%20Purpose%20Fund) - [New York Community Trust Grantseeker Portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/) - [New York Community Trust Nonprofit Grantmaking Guidelines](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Role | Email | Phone | |-----------------|--------------------------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------| | Julia Chang | Associate Director, Philanthropic Strategy | jchang@thenytrust.org | (212) 686-0010 | | General Inquiries | The New York Community Trust | info@thenytrust.org | (212) 686-0010 | For technical or program questions, contact Julia Chang. Do not contact RIOC staff regarding this opportunity.

Roosevelt Island Public Purpose Fund Request for Proposals January 2026

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