Grants in New York: 149+ 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.

149+

Grants Available

$246.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$10.3M

Average Award

NY

State

Top Funding Categories in New York

philanthropygeneraleducationCommunity Fdns Expanded

Active Grants in New York

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
Howard Gilman Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Howard Gilman Foundation Inc

Howard Gilman Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $30,119,510 in grants. Total assets: $592,743,063. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
New York Life Foundation — Grants Program
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New York Life Foundation

New York Life Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $30,190,520 in grants. Total assets: $140,917,777. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Carson Fam Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Carson Fam Charitable Tr

Carson Fam Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $49,087,118 in grants. Total assets: $466,593,070. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Simons Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Simons Foundation Inc

Simons Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $317,075,014 in grants. Total assets: $4,587,102,476. 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
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
Arnhold Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Arnhold Foundation Inc

Arnhold Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $36,760,832 in grants. Total assets: $449,244,909. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Wellspring Philantropic Fund Inc — Grants Program
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Wellspring Philantropic Fund Inc

Wellspring Philantropic Fund Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $276,051,676 in grants. Total assets: $180,009,489. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Surdna Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Surdna Foundation Inc

Surdna Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $89,679,450 in grants. Total assets: $1,166,632,706. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Carnegie Corporation Of New York — Grants Program
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Carnegie Corporation Of New York

Carnegie Corporation Of New York is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $159,585,015 in grants. Total assets: $4,098,600,165. 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
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
John A Hartford Foundation — Grants Program
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John A Hartford Foundation

John A Hartford Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $28,176,380 in grants. Total assets: $675,031,343. Primary focus area: philanthropy. 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 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
Friedman Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Friedman Family Foundation

Friedman Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2024, the foundation distributed $10,624,300 in grants. Total assets: $25,934,211. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

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

Arcus Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $30,779,470 in grants. Total assets: $275,369,766. Primary focus area: education. 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
Clark Foundation — Grants Program
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Clark Foundation

Clark Foundation is a private foundation based in Cooperstown, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,120,165 in grants. Total assets: $448,977,655. Primary focus area: philanthropy. 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
Open Society Institute — Grants Program
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Open Society Institute

Open Society Institute is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $210,328,203 in grants. Total assets: $5,268,526,545. 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
Commonwealth Fund — Grants Program
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Commonwealth Fund

Commonwealth Fund is a private foundation based in New York, NY. In 2024, the foundation distributed $25,514,674 in grants. Total assets: $875,566,732. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Sidney E Frank Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Sidney E Frank Charitable Foundation

Sidney E Frank Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Harrison, NY. In 2023, the foundation distributed $22,056,895 in grants. Total assets: $320,460,560. Primary focus area: philanthropy. 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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