Grant Opportunities
The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties views its funding awards to nonprofit partners as “community investments” that will create long-lasting positive impact. To learn more about our available community grants or to apply for community project funding, we encourage you to contact us today!
Introducing the Mohawk Valley Giving Guide!
The Mohawk Valley Giving Guide is a community-wide resource designed to bridge people looking to give with local nonprofit needs across our region. Through an easy-to-use online tool, the Giving Guide highlights nonprofit organizations and the specific projects, programs, or needs they are seeking support for. Each listing includes a brief summary of the organization’s funding request, helping donors better understand where their generosity can make an impact.
Nonprofits may submit requests for projects and programs with an immediate need for funding over the next 3-6 months of $2,500 or less, not including general support. Organizations can submit more than one request at a time. Login to the Grant Portal to submit an opportunity to the Giving Guide today!
Equity Grant Round
The Equity Grant Round is for nonprofits whose primary focus is serving marginalized populations that have community-driven projects and equitable impact in Herkimer & Oneida Counties with priority given to organizations led by people of color.
Nonprofit organizations serving the two counties can apply for up to $15,000 in funding for projects and programs that seek to foster inclusive environments that empower individuals to thrive. This includes, but is not limited to, programs and projects related to education, economic stability, housing, healthcare, and food insecurity that are grounded in supporting and enhancing diverse communities.
Important Deadlines
- Submissions will be accepted Wednesday, April 1 - Thursday, April 30, at 11:59 p.m.
- Award notifications will be made within 60 days of the submission deadline. All applicants will be notified regardless of whether they receive funding.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization, an organization with a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor, or a faith-based organization seeking support for projects/programs that address non-religious needs or issues, serving diverse constituencies without regard to religious affiliation.
- Requested funding must serve Herkimer and/or Oneida county residents.
- New programs or projects in need of funding must begin no earlier than June 2026.
- If your request is for an existing or ongoing program/project, all expenses incurred prior to June do not qualify for funding.
- All programs/projects should have identifiable and measurable outcomes with a definitive timeline for completion or outcomes to be achieved.
- Priority will be given to applications from nonprofit organizations led by persons of color grounded in supporting and enhancing diverse communities.
- Only one request will be accepted per organization.
- Minor capital improvements such as renovations and repairs and one-time events will be considered but not prioritized.
Ineligible
- Financial assistance, scholarships, or loans to individuals
- Funding for religious or faith-based specific programming
- General operating support, payroll
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB) and similar educational/awareness programs
- Backpack giveaways
- Expenses already incurred (projects in progress or already completed)
First Responders Grant Round
More details on the First Responders Grant Round will be available soon.
Helpful Harvest Grant Round
More details on the Helpful Harvest Grant Round will be available soon.
Adirondack League Club Grant Round for Old Forge
More details on the Adirondack League Club Grant Round for Old Forge will be available soon.