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

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

Typical grants range from $10,000–$100,000 for 1 year; multi-year awards possible; ~$50M/year awarded Trust-wide.

Supports nonprofit projects addressing community needs in Long Island, NY, across diverse focus areas.

--- ## Description The Long Island Ongoing Competitive Grants program from the New York Community Trust provides funding for nonprofit organizations serving Long Island communities. The program supports a wide range of projects aligned with the Trust’s priorities, including arts, community development, education, environment, health, hunger, mental health, technical assistance, youth development, and social justice. The goal is to improve quality of life and foster resilient, equitable communities through impactful local initiatives. --- ## Due Dates - April 7, 2026: Full application submission deadline (First Tuesday in April) - August 4, 2026: Full application submission deadline (First Tuesday in August) - January 5, 2027: Full application submission deadline (First Tuesday in January) Applications must be submitted via the Grantseeker Portal by 11:59 p.m. on the due date. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from **$10,000 to $100,000** for a one-year period. - Multi-year grants may be considered for some projects. - The New York Community Trust distributes approximately **$50 million annually** across all competitive programs. - Overhead for universities, hospitals, and similar institutions is capped at 5% of the total project budget. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be **nonprofit organizations** (501(c)(3) or equivalent) serving Long Island (Nassau and Suffolk counties). - Projects must align with one or more of the Trust’s focus areas: arts, community development, education, environment, health, hunger, mental health, technical assistance, youth development, or social justice. - Board governance requirements: minimum of five unrelated board members; no more than one paid board member (usually the executive). - Only one proposal may be submitted per calendar year to the Long Island competitive grants program. - The Trust does **not** fund capital campaigns, endowments, equipment purchases, individuals, religious purposes, or routine operating expenses. --- ## Application Process - **Confirm eligibility:** Review the [Trust’s guidelines](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) and take the [Eligibility Quiz](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/). - **Prepare your application:** Combine the following into a single PDF (max 25MB): - Cover letter on organizational letterhead, signed by the executive. - Narrative proposal (max 5 pages), including background, needs statement, project description, goals, timeline, outcomes, and evaluation. - Itemized project budget (full costs, other income, in-kind contributions). - Current year operating budget. - List of board members and their affiliations. - **Submit online:** Upload your application through the [Grantseeker Portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Home/ThreeChoices) by the deadline. - **Review process:** Proposals are reviewed three times per year; funding decisions are typically communicated at the beginning of April, August, or December, depending on submission timing. --- ## Additional Information - Administrative costs for grant activities (space, supplies, technology) are not subject to the 5% overhead cap. - Renewal applicants must submit a final report before reapplying for new projects. - The Trust prefers clear, compelling narratives that demonstrate community impact and sustainability. - For questions, contact Liza Lagunoff at llagunoff@thenytrust.org. --- ## External Links - [New York Community Trust – Funder Home](https://thenytrust.org) - [Long Island Competitive Grants Program Page](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Home/ThreeChoices) - [What We Fund in Long Island](https://www.thenytrust.org/grant-funding/arts-longisland/) - [Application Instructions (PDF)](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Rfp/DownloadRfp/?id=115) - [Grantseeker Portal](https://grantseeker.thenytrust.org/Home/ThreeChoices) - [Eligibility Quiz](https://www.thenytrust.org/nonprofits/what-we-fund-apply-for-grant/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact Form | |------------------------|------------------------------|------------------|----------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | info@thenytrust.org | (212) 686-0010 | [Contact Form](https://thenytrust.org/contact/) | | Long Island Program | llagunoff@thenytrust.org | (631) 991-8800 | |

Long Island: Ongoing Competitive Grants (2026)

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