Community Grant Program
Annual grants for nonprofits in Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties support projects in arts, education, environment, human services, and more, with an emphasis on equity, innovation, and community impact.
Funder: Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes (https://communityfund.org)
Due Dates: June 1, 2027 (Letter of Intent) | July 1, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Project grants: $2,000–$10,000 | General operating grants: $5,000–$15,000 (annual, renewable)
Summary: Annual grants for nonprofit organizations serving Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties, supporting arts, education, environment, human services, and more.
Description
The Community Grant Program provides annual funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations that reside in and serve Chemung and Southeastern Steuben counties in New York State. Grants support a broad range of projects and general operating needs in areas such as the arts, culture, education, youth, environment, animal welfare, human services, and organizational capacity building. The program emphasizes advancing equity, community impact, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, with proposals reviewed by a panel of community members.
