Achelis and Bodman Support for New York Arts
Arts and culture nonprofits in New York City and northern New Jersey can seek funding for operating support and other projects in traditional arts and cultural institutions. Grants from the Achelis and Bodman Foundation also cover related areas like education, youth and families, health, employment, and public policy within these communities.
The Achelis and Bodman Foundation
New York Arts Funding via Amcor Cares
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits and accredited educational institutions working in arts and culture can access funding through the Amcor Cares Foundation for community support projects. Grants over More than US $1,000 may also cover hunger and homelessness, disaster relief, STEM education, life skills, health and wellness, and related community programs in eligible New York communities.
The Amcor Cares Foundation
Schnurmacher Foundation Grants for New York Arts
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations developing arts and culture programs in New York can seek project or program support, primarily for performing arts, from the Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation. Grants support specific projects rather than general operations, with most funded organizations based in the U.S., and some programs extending impact internationally.
Charles and Mildred Schnurmacher Foundation
Jm Kaplan Fund Support for New York Arts
New York 501(c)(3) organizations producing nonfiction art, architecture, design, or cultural history books can receive US $1,500 - US $12,000 for publishing costs. The Jm Kaplan Fund’s Furthermore program supports components like writing, research, editing, design, illustration, photography, and printing, with many past grants benefiting New York-focused arts and culture projects.
The Jm Kaplan Fund Inc
Gladys Krieble Delmas Support for Arts
New York arts and humanities nonprofits, higher education institutions, museums, research libraries, and established performing arts organizations may be eligible for funding supporting scholarship, performances, and cultural heritage projects. The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation backs music, dance, theatre, history, literature, philosophy, and related initiatives, including technology that improves access to humanities and performing arts resources.
The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation
Arts Education Grants for Nonprofits from Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust
New York 501(c)(3) organizations integrating visual or performing arts into education can access funding through the Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Trust to enhance arts-based learning. Grants up to US $25,000 support programs that revitalize curricula, motivate students, empower educators, and address educational inequities through evidence-based arts instruction and strong community partnerships.
Cornelia T Bailey Charitable Tr
New York Arts Funding via Sills Family Foundation
Grants from Sills Family Foundation help New York arts and culture nonprofits provide arts education and creative opportunities for underserved communities. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in metro New York City can receive US $10,000 - US $25,000, often for general operating support, especially when programs also address poverty, criminal justice impacts, or immigrant and refugee needs.
Sills Family Foundation
New York Arts Funding via Berk Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
New York arts and culture nonprofits with budgets under $3,000,000 can access funding through David & Minnie Berk Foundation for projects and pilot programs. 501(c)(3) organizations, or those with fiscal sponsors, in the greater New York metro area may receive up to US $10,000 for arts, education, social services, and related community initiatives.
David & Minnie Berk Foundation Inc
New York Arts Funding via Harry Sudakoff Foundation
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Focused on arts and culture, Harry Sudakoff Foundation invites New York 501(c)(3) organizations to request US $5,000 - US $40,000 for programmatic projects. Nonprofits working in arts, community services, education, environment, science, or human services may be eligible, with preference given to organizations in Sarasota County, Florida.
Harry Sudakoff Foundation
Investors Foundation Arts Grants in New York
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) public charities working in arts and culture can apply for funding to support creative community programs. Investors Foundation provides New York nonprofits with grants for initiatives in the arts, education, health and human services, youth programs, and affordable housing, primarily serving New York City and Long Island communities once every 12 months.
Investors Foundation
Capital Arts Funding for Nonprofits from Hyde and Watson Foundation
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charities in New York seeking capital support for arts, culture, or humanities facilities and equipment can apply for Hyde and Watson Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $20,000. With a mission to fund one-time capital needs, the foundation also supports renovations and furnishings for eligible organizations in New York City and nearby New Jersey counties.
Hyde and Watson Foundation
McGowan Charitable Fund Education Grants in New York
Full proposal due Aug 11, 2026
With a mission to address education, human services, and healthcare, the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund provides New York 501(c)(3) organizations with program or operating support. Eligible nonprofits in Monroe, Yates, Steuben, or Ontario counties working on education, housing stability, food security, or healthcare may benefit, including those offering art education components.
William G. McGowan Charitable Fund
Cowles Charitable Trust Arts Grants in New York
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Focused on arts and culture, Cowles Charitable Trust invites New York 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for funding up to US $10,000. Nonprofits in downstate New York working in the arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism may request program or general operating support, ideally alongside other funding partners.
Cowles Charitable Trust
New York Arts Funding via Venable Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits running arts and culture programs, including art education and creative initiatives for underserved communities, can apply for Venable Foundation grants; awards are approximately US $10,000 for projects or general operations. Organizations must be based in or serving New York City’s five boroughs and advancing opportunities for economically disadvantaged people.
Venable Foundation Inc
Ford Foundation Arts and Community Grants in New York
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
New York City 501(c)(3) organizations or fiscally sponsored groups working in arts and culture, education, or human services can apply for Ford Foundation’s Good Neighbor Committee grants, awarding US $30,000 - US $100,000 in unrestricted support. Local nonprofits deeply connected to and accountable to NYC communities may benefit from this flexible funding.
Ford Foundation
Arts and Education Grants for U.S. Nonprofits via Bader Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits running projects in education, science, the arts, or Jewish life can apply for the Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation’s program-specific funding. Awards support projects rather than general operating expenses, and New York arts organizations with eligible initiatives may benefit from this national opportunity.
Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation
Youth and Community Programs Funding from Cummings Memorial
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
New York City and Northeastern New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits piloting or expanding youth, education, social welfare, or health programs can access funding through Frances & Edwin Cummings Memorial. Grants support new program development, staffing, capacity building, and consulting, which may benefit organizations whose arts-related work also advances youth development or community services.
Frances & Edwin Cummings Memorial
Capacity-Building Grants for NYC Nonprofits via Booth Ferris Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Nov 15, 2026
Focused on capacity building, Booth Ferris Foundation invites New York 501(c)(3) public charities with $1M+ budgets to seek short-term support for strengthening infrastructure and long-term sustainability. Eligible NYC organizations include those advancing equity, community development, advocacy, or nonprofit sector support, which may include arts and culture nonprofits serving underserved communities.
Booth Ferris Foundation
Human Services Funding from Lily Auchincloss Foundation
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
New York City 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups providing human services like prevention, social change, and education programs can access funding through Lily Auchincloss Foundation. Support may cover general operations or specific programs that improve quality of life for residents, which can include community-based arts and cultural initiatives in the city’s five boroughs.
Lily Auchincloss Foundation, Inc
Arts and Community Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York and across the U.S. can seek funding for arts education, cultural enrichment, and community development projects that fit Ameriprise Financial’s focus areas. Focused on meeting basic needs and supporting community vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply.
Ameriprise Financial
Elevance Health Foundation Grants for New York Behavioral Health
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits running behavioral health or substance use disorder programs can seek funding to expand treatment, prevention, and early-intervention services. Focused on behavioral health, Elevance Health Foundation invites applications for scalable national or local initiatives that increase treatment access, reduce risks and harms, and lessen loneliness among people with mental health or substance use challenges.
Elevance Health Foundation
Arts and Education Funding from John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) organizations running arts education, cultural programs, or related youth initiatives can seek US $5,000 - US $20,000 from the John Ben Snow Memorial Trust. Focused on education with additional support for arts and culture, community initiatives, and youth programs, this national funder prioritizes new or enhanced programs and short-term project support.
John Ben Snow Memorial Trust
Schumann Foundation Grants for New York Environment
Applications due Feb 28, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) organizations planning environmental, educational, arts, or cultural projects can seek funding to improve quality of life for humans and animals. The Robert F. Schumann Foundation prioritizes environmental sustainability, land and habitat conservation, and ornithology, with special consideration for projects in the Northeast and East Coast that might not proceed without its support.
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New York Climate Justice Funding via Scherman Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Apr 17, 2027
Arts and culture nonprofits in New York working on environmental and climate justice, especially in BIPOC communities, may access funding for grassroots organizing, advocacy, and movement-building. Grants from Scherman Foundation help 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored projects advance climate resilience, equitable mass transit, green jobs, and other intersectional climate justice efforts, with a focus on New York City and State.
Scherman Foundation Inc.
Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation Support for Arts
Applications due Apr 24, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with local youth education, storytelling, or community engagement programs can seek funding to expand arts and culture initiatives in New York and other eligible markets. With a mission to strengthen diverse communities, Comcast NBCUniversal Foundation provides support to nonprofits using STEM/STEAM, media, or volunteer-driven programs to create positive local impact.
The Comcast Nbcuniversal Foundation
Gladys Brooks Foundation Education Grants in New York
Applications due May 31, 2027
Focused on capital projects in education and health, the Gladys Brooks Foundation invites New York 501(c)(3) libraries, schools, hospitals, and clinics to apply for US $50,000 - US $150,000. Funding supports endowments, buildings, additions, and capital equipment, which may benefit arts-related facilities and programs housed within these institutions.
The Gladys Brooks Foundation