Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing innovative human services or health-related programs in New York may be eligible for grants that tackle current social problems and unmet needs. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations exploring new approaches to issues such as diseases and conditions, community health, and social services grow or move in a new direction.
Creag Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in New York tackling urgent social or environmental problems can apply for up to US $300,000 to scale proven solutions. With a mission to strengthen health and social outcomes, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides rare-disease and other innovators with multi-year capital plus intensive strategic and operational support.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
New York Economic Empowerment Funding via Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in New York can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Organizations serving predominantly economically underserved communities, including those whose work intersects health or rare disease impacts through education or economic stability, may be eligible.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in New York can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives via State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants. Projects may include disaster preparedness, community revitalization, job training, STEM education, and related efforts that could complement programs serving people with rare or chronic diseases.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in New York
Nonprofit cultural institutions in New York offering arts or science programming for U.S. audiences can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science initiatives that demonstrate measurable, lasting impact and serve large constituencies.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in New York, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support health and welfare, education, or community programs. Funding may benefit organizations providing healthcare and patient services, food pantries, STEM education, or preventative health initiatives for people affected by rare or other diseases.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
New York organizations working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects serving urban low-income children and youth. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public agencies in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling efforts.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations advancing early childhood education or community economic development may be eligible for funding in New York and other PNC markets. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for programs serving low- and moderate-income families, including education, affordable housing, small business support, arts, and neighborhood revitalization.
PNC Foundation
Humanitarian and Science Funding for Charities from Roche
New York accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or arts projects can access funding via Roche; awards support innovative, high-quality initiatives. Programs that promote sustainable development, engage Roche expertise and employees, and involve local authorities and partners may be eligible, including projects that intersect with rare or complex disease communities.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Humanitarian Grants for Nonprofits from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities, including in New York. Semnani Family Foundation provides flexible funding for initiatives such as healthcare access, disease-related services, child and women’s health, and humanitarian aid, which may benefit rare disease efforts within broader health programs.
Semnani Family Foundation
New York Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in charitable, scientific, medical, or educational fields can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law and, when applicable, California law, and may include those addressing rare or respiratory diseases.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York can receive sponsorship support for community programs that advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation funds initiatives in housing, workforce development, hunger relief, arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit organizations addressing rare and respiratory diseases through related community services.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in New York working on rare or chronic conditions, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Eligible applicants are typically smaller 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities operating in specified countries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for New York Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can access funding for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, and arts programs that support “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” The Hansen Family Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $10,000, and U.S.-based organizations working on rare disease support within these areas may be considered.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive more than US $50,000 to tell impactful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work, including in New York. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports media and communications that highlight real-world outcomes, which may benefit organizations addressing rare or chronic health and wellness challenges.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Health and Human Services Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing health, medical assistance, or humanitarian services can apply for Robinson Foundation grants, serving communities across the Southern U.S. Programs in areas like medical assistance, poverty relief, disaster relief, and support for children, families, or veterans may be eligible, though New York rare disease organizations are outside the stated service region.
Robinson Foundation
New York Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can receive grants or event sponsorships through Insperity; organizations may apply once per year. Insperity provides New York community organizations with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships, prioritizing groups that are Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for New York Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support forward-looking change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides New York nonprofit charitable organizations with funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. 501(c)(3) organizations working on rare disease impacts within these areas may be eligible to incorporate related programming into their proposals.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in New York communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability in these manufacturing communities, which may include initiatives serving people with rare or chronic respiratory diseases.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Support for New York Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted funding for environmental, human services, or related programs, including rare disease initiatives. Focused on broad community and environmental needs, the Lawrence Foundation typically awards US $5,000 - US $10,000 for general operating or project support, with reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in New York seeking US $1,000 - US $20,000 for community, cultural, educational, health, or environmental programs may be eligible for this national grant opportunity. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. nonprofits, including those addressing respiratory or rare diseases, fund impactful local services and facilities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can seek program support, particularly where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged. Focused on strengthening community vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. nonprofits, including those in New York, to apply for funding that advances hunger relief, housing stability, economic opportunity, and arts access.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Health Grants in New York
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking program support in health care, social services, education, civic or cultural initiatives, or environmental projects can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based organizations working on health or related services, including rare disease programming, may apply for annual grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Impact Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving economic stability, health, literacy, or disaster relief in communities served by O’Reilly Auto Parts may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to strengthen underserved communities, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides U.S.-based charities with funding to enhance quality of life, which may benefit New York programs alongside rare disease initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York working on youth education, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs serving underserved children and families, including those affected by rare diseases, may be competitive candidates.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in New York with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation's national Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary collaborative leadership. Programs addressing significant social issues, including rare or respiratory diseases, may be eligible if they demonstrate measurable community impact and effective, equal partnerships across public, private, or social sectors.
Mutual Of America Foundation