Women’s Fund of Central New York Grants
The Women’s Fund of Central New York funds innovative projects that advance and empower women and girls, with a focus on dismantling systemic barriers, especially for Black women and girls.
Funder: Central New York Community Foundation
Due Dates: June 18, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; one-year projects; approximately $50,000–$55,000 total awarded annually.
Summary: Supports innovative projects that advance and empower women and girls in Central New York.
Key Information: Only one grant round per year; preference for organizations with annual budgets under $5M.
Description
The Women’s Fund of Central New York, an affiliate of the Central New York Community Foundation, provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations for projects that support the advancement, empowerment, and full participation of women and girls in Central New York. The Fund prioritizes innovative, capacity-building, or new initiatives that address community issues, promote collaboration, and strengthen organizational effectiveness, with a particular focus on dismantling systemic barriers for Black women and girls.
