The Schenectady Foundation is seeking applicants for its Emergent Needs grant program.
Donor Name: The Schenectady Foundation
State: New York
County: Schenectady County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 05/01/2026
Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funding Information
Its anticipate committing up to $270,000 in this round of funding.
Eligibility Criteria
The Schenectady Foundation was established in 1963 as a charitable trust intended to improve the well-being of people who live or work in Schenectady County, NY. The following are the requirements of grant applicants:
- Applicants must be non-profit corporations registered with the New York State Office of Charities Registration and designated as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization by the IRS.
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply only if a qualified tax-exempt charity serves as a fiscal agent for the grant.
- Applicants must primarily serve Schenectady County residents, especially those focusing on marginalized or underserved populations.
- Applicant organizations must be in good standing with the IRS and the NYS Charities Bureau.
- Before submitting a new grant application, current grantees must have substantially completed their grants and submitted timely, informative progress reports.
Ineligibility
The Foundation does not fund:
- Individuals seeking grants or loans.
- Private businesses seeking grants or loans.
- Requests to fund endowments or quasi-endowments.
For more information, visit Schenectady Foundation.
