These grants are intended to help our community respond to the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic by addressing the basic needs of members of our community. Funds will be released on a rolling basis as fundraising continues throughout the outbreak and recovery phases of the crisis. Because this is an evolving situation, these will be will be rapid-response, short-term grants that may be renewable based on ongoing need.
Grants are limited to 501(c)3 organizations, fiscal sponsors or other charitable organizations able to receive tax-deductible contributions such as schools, faith-based organizations and other public entities.
Applicants are asked to demonstrate potential to:
1. Address a Basic Need (such as food, housing, childcare etc.)
2. Serve vulnerable populations (especially in under-served neighborhoods)
3. Commit to documenting services provided and impact
Renewed funding, if it becomes available, will be based on organization’s ability to provide services and documented impact.
Both current grantees with the Central New York Community Foundation and new applicants are eligible to apply.
Services not eligible for funding at this time include: arts, animal welfare, environment, medical testing, and staff retention. Funding is currently limited to organizations serving Onondaga County. For inquiries related to programs providing services outside of Onondaga County, please contact:
grants@cnycf.org.