Grants in New York: 150+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in New York can access federal grants open to all states, New York-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to New York nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

150+

Grants Available

$469.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$19.5M

Average Award

NY

State

Top Funding Categories in New York

philanthropygeneraleducationeconomic_developmentCommunity Fdns Expanded

Active Grants in New York

Rochester-Monroe Transformation Initiative
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Empire State Dev

Applications are open for the Rochester-Monroe Transformation Initiative, focusing on projects throughout Monroe County and the City of Rochester that support strategic placemaking, adaptive reuse, innovation infrastructure, and public safety.

Up to $225.0MRolling deadline
New York Community Trust
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New York Community Trust

The New York Community Trust is one of the oldest and largest community foundations in the United States, providing grants to nonprofit organizations addressing critical needs in the New York metropolitan area. They support initiatives in education, health, human services, arts, and community development.

Up to $200.0MRolling deadline
Siegel Family Endowment Inc — Grants Program
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Siegel Family Endowment Inc

Siegel Family Endowment Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,907,603 in grants. Total assets: $500,197,981. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Bat Hanadiv Foundation No 3 — Grants Program
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The Bat Hanadiv Foundation No 3

The Bat Hanadiv Foundation No 3 is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $29,129,844 in grants. Total assets: $1,572,245,291. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Stanley Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Stanley Family Foundation

Stanley Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Briarcliff, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $58,300,000 in grants. Total assets: $553,981,303. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Novo Foundation — Grants Program
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Novo Foundation

Novo Foundation is a private foundation based in Hurley, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $134,303,210 in grants. Total assets: $719,322,289. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Grace And Mercy Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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The Grace And Mercy Foundation Inc

The Grace And Mercy Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Manhattan, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $21,643,889 in grants. Total assets: $495,165,728. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Peter G Peterson Foundation — Grants Program
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Peter G Peterson Foundation

Peter G Peterson Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $21,118,095 in grants. Total assets: $1,010,138,977. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Treehouse Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Treehouse Family Foundation

Treehouse Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,828,330 in grants. Total assets: $137,330,561. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Overdeck Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Overdeck Family Foundation

Overdeck Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $53,464,779 in grants. Total assets: $827,142,847. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Leona M & Harry B Helmsley Charitable Trust — Grants Program
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Leona M & Harry B Helmsley Charitable Trust

Leona M & Harry B Helmsley Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $454,329,910 in grants. Total assets: $7,256,835,636. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Freeman Foundation P 01644 00 7 — Grants Program
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The Freeman Foundation P 01644 00 7

The Freeman Foundation P 01644 00 7 is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $19,080,000 in grants. Total assets: $358,789,461. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Metlife Foundation — Grants Program
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Metlife Foundation

Metlife Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $37,401,844 in grants. Total assets: $127,111,548. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Hess Philanthropic Fund — Grants Program
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Hess Philanthropic Fund

Hess Philanthropic Fund is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,516,092 in grants. Total assets: $234,142,935. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Andrew W Mellon Foundation — Grants Program
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Andrew W Mellon Foundation

Andrew W Mellon Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $549,292,394 in grants. Total assets: $8,027,994,221. Primary focus area: education. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Tansy Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Tansy Charitable Foundation

Tansy Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $32,045,000 in grants. Total assets: $465,013,138. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Weill Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Weill Family Foundation

Weill Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Albany, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $19,620,000 in grants. Total assets: $359,486,995. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Math For America Inc — Grants Program
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Math For America Inc

Math For America Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $14,377,311 in grants. Total assets: $31,310,984. Primary focus area: education. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Jerome L Greene Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Jerome L Greene Foundation Inc

Jerome L Greene Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $32,046,500 in grants. Total assets: $736,666,168. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Altman Foundation — Grants Program
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Altman Foundation

Altman Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $11,916,230 in grants. Total assets: $283,326,707. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Bloomberg Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Bloomberg Family Foundation Inc

Bloomberg Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,005,927,588 in grants. Total assets: $11,808,358,665. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Foundation To Promote Open Society — Grants Program
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Foundation To Promote Open Society

Foundation To Promote Open Society is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $836,579,235 in grants. Total assets: $10,502,606,362. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
The Zegar Family Foundation — Grants Program
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The Zegar Family Foundation

The Zegar Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $20,489,483 in grants. Total assets: $269,481,728. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Charina Endowment Fund Inc — Grants Program
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Charina Endowment Fund Inc

Charina Endowment Fund Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $13,562,663 in grants. Total assets: $366,223,161. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: New York Grants

What types of grants are available in New York?

New York organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), New York-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in New York to apply for state grants?

For most New York state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in New York and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find New York state grant opportunities?

New York state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for New York grants?

New York state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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