Costco Foundation Grants for New York Youth
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding that may complement paleontology or science-education initiatives. Focused on community impact, Costco Foundation invites applicants with evidence-based programs, clear community need, collaboration, and diverse financial support to apply; requests are reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can apply for funding that may benefit work in New York, including paleontology-related initiatives with a social impact. Grants from Creag Foundation help eligible organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year pursue new approaches to existing or emerging issues.
Creag Foundation
New York Youth Programs Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs in New York can seek up to US $15,000 for direct services and enrichment. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects such as child advocacy, early childhood development, environmental education, and basic needs, which may include youth-focused paleontology or science initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support, with awards up to US $300,000. With a mission to back scalable solutions, the foundation provides capacity, capital, and community that may benefit New York initiatives, including those connected to research or education in fields like paleontology.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
New York Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding via Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience challenges in New York and globally can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in New York
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts and science programs, especially those engaging youth, may be eligible for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports museums, performing arts organizations, arts schools, and STEAM-focused initiatives, including those serving audiences in New York.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for grants from Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support programs like healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and preventive health. New York groups with paleontology-related education or community outreach components may be eligible if their projects fit these priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
New York organizations working on education, child health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible applicants include a wide range of nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community and economic development can seek funding for programs in New York communities where PNC has a significant presence. With a mission to strengthen local neighborhoods, PNC Foundation provides grants for early learning, affordable housing, small business support, arts, and services for low- and moderate-income families.
PNC Foundation
Community and Science Funding for Charities from Roche
New York accredited charities running humanitarian, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through Roche, supporting high-quality, sustainable initiatives. Programs that engage Roche expertise, logistics, and employees, and that collaborate with local authorities and partners, may be eligible, including projects that intersect with museum, science, or educational paleontology work.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can apply for support to serve marginalized communities worldwide, including New York. Semnani Family Foundation provides flexible funding for programs such as healthcare access, child welfare, women and girls’ services, literacy, and humanitarian aid, which may benefit institutions with paleontology-related outreach or community programs.
Semnani Family Foundation
New York Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, as long as funded activities occur in the U.S. Organizations with paleontology-related education or research that fit these categories may be eligible if they meet all IRS and tax-exempt requirements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Disadvantaged
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in New York, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s global grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Eligible applicants are typically smaller 501(c)(3) or qualifying foreign entities, non-sectarian, and operating with most funds reaching beneficiaries; paleontology programs with such social-impact missions may be eligible.
Gupta Family Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek support for humanitarian aid, education, poverty relief, health, and related services. Grants from Robinson Foundation help programs with tangible, meaningful impact; New York paleontology organizations may be eligible only if their work or services extend to areas below the Mason-Dixon line.
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 apply for grants or event sponsorships, including in eligible counties such as Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, Richmond, and Westchester. Insperity provides philanthropic contributions to organizations connected to its employees, clients, or local communities, with applications reviewed in about 45 days.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Paleontology
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support forward-looking change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides New York nonprofits working in paleontology-related community services or environmental conservation with project funding. 501(c)(3) organizations whose paleontology work connects to community, environment, or peacebuilding priorities may be eligible to apply.
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 local government entities in New York communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability in the counties it serves, which include multiple communities across New York.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Support Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in New York can apply for TJX Foundation grants to support basic needs, youth education and enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Programs serving vulnerable children and families, including those connected to science or paleontology enrichment, may be eligible if they meet the mission and distance requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for New York Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
New York nonprofit organizations seeking US $1,000 - US $20,000 for community-based programs can apply for grants supporting museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife efforts, and social services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. 501(c)(3)s, including those with paleontology-related education or museum programming, fund impactful projects.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
American Museum of Natural History Support for New York Paleontology
Applications due Dec 16, 2026
Prospective Ph.D. students in paleontology and related fields in New York can apply for graduate fellowships that combine university training with museum-based research. Offered through the American Museum of Natural History and partner universities, these fellowships support doctoral study in areas such as paleontology, earth and planetary sciences, and evolutionary biology.
American Museum of Natural History (AMNH)
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven programs may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial support, including those based in New York. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, arts education, and neighborhood revitalization, especially where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in New York
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental projects can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually for one year of project funding, and paleontology-related initiatives that fit these categories may be eligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation
American Museum of Natural History Paleontology Grants in New York
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Early career researchers and advanced doctoral or postdoctoral scientists studying marine paleontology, zoology, systematics, evolution, or ecology can receive US $500 - US $3,500 for field-based work, including in New York. American Museum of Natural History supports travel, subsistence, and expendable supplies for marine animal research through its Lerner-Gray Fund for Marine Research.
American Museum of Natural History (AMNH)
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Grants in New York
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving community quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to strengthen underserved communities, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides funding to U.S.-based charities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, which may include organizations with paleontology-related education or workforce programs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York working on youth education, family services, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs serving underserved youth and their families, including community-based educational or environmental projects, may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding 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, which honors exemplary cross-sector collaboration. Selected U.S. nonprofits demonstrating measurable social impact and innovative approaches may benefit, including those whose paleontology-related programs are built on robust partnerships and community models.
Mutual Of America Foundation