William F. Thiel Grants
Forecasted
William F. Thiel Grants support nonprofits providing healthcare and related social care, funding projects that address service access, basic needs, and health priorities for Wyoming County, New York, residents.
Funder: Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: $300,000 available annually; approximately 10 grants anticipated; one-year awards with limited support up to three years
Summary: Supports nonprofit projects addressing the health and social care needs of Wyoming County, New York, residents.
Key Information: Applicants must have current IRS 501(c)(3) status and be located or delivering services in Wyoming County.
Description
The William F. Thiel Trust, administered by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, supports the health needs of Wyoming County residents. It continues the legacy of William F. Thiel, a local philanthropist who supported the county’s hospital, fire departments, and other nonprofit organizations. Grants support healthcare and related social care work, including access to services, chronic disease, emergency assistance, food security, behavioral health, and transportation.
The 2024–2028 priorities were developed with A2 Associates, Wyoming County healthcare providers, experts, and residents. The funding model seeks catalytic, outcome-based projects working toward sustainability. It emphasizes capacity building, collaboration and collective impact, health equity, leveraging other funding, and resource and referral management. Evidence-based and promising programs or models are encouraged where possible.
