The Monroe/Erie Youth Advisory Council (YAC) is pleased to announce the availability of grant funding to support initiatives that promote the overall health and well-being of residents across Monroe County.
Donor Name: Community Foundation of Monroe County
State: New York
County: Monroe County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 06/01/2026
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
The purpose of this funding opportunity is to:
- Support innovative, community-based programs that improve quality of life
- Encourage inclusive, equitable access to health and wellness resources
- Strengthen community partnerships that foster long-term well-being
Priorities
Proposals should align with one or more of the following priority areas:
- Mental health awareness, education, and support
- Physical health and active living initiatives
- Nutrition and food access
- Substance use prevention and recovery support
- Social connectedness and community engagement
Funding Information
- Grant amounts: not to exceed $5,000
- Total funding available: $5,000
Grant Period
The grant period for this project will be one year.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants may include:
- Nonprofit 501(c) 3 organizations
- Applicants must demonstrate the ability to manage funds responsibly and implement the proposed project within the grant period.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on:
- Alignment with funding priorities
- Demonstrated community need
- Feasibility and clarity of the project plan
- Potential for measurable impact
- Sustainability and scalability
- Budget appropriateness.
For more information, visit Community Foundation of Monroe County.
