Community Foundation Grants for Onondaga Athletes
Focused on higher and vocational education, this scholarship invites graduating student-athletes from American Legion District 5 schools in Onondaga County, New York who play Legion baseball to seek support for post-secondary study or training. Awards from The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties can be used at accredited colleges, universities, or trade and certificate programs.
The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties
Capacity-Building Funding from Central New York Community Foundation
Central New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public entities, and fiscally sponsored groups serving Onondaga County, New York can seek funding for strategic partnerships and organizational planning. Central New York Community Foundation offers up to US $10,000 for activities like mergers, affiliations, strategic or succession planning, and related professional or technical assistance.
Central New York Community Foundation Inc
Onondaga County Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Onondaga County, New York focusing on children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support for community programs. Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with grants based on demonstrated community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Grants in Onondaga
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth in Onondaga County, New York can apply for grants up to US $15,000 to support children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Grants from The Dan Paul Foundation help programs in areas like early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and scholarships; funding is available worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Onondaga County Social Impact Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Onondaga County, New York early-stage social impact nonprofits and impact-first ventures can seek up to US $300,000 to scale innovative solutions for underserved communities. Onondaga County nonprofits addressing issues like poverty, health, education, environment, or economic mobility with scalable, systems-focused models may be eligible for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s three-year capacity, capital, and community support.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Innovation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Onondaga County, New York may be eligible for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities worldwide, with applications accepted year-round via an initial LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Onondaga County, New York can seek State Farm support for safety, education, and community development initiatives. With a mission to build safer, stronger, better-educated communities, State Farm Companies Foundation funds projects like disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, job training, and K-12 or higher education programs across the U.S.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Grants for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
Focused on arts and culture, William Randolph Hearst Foundation invites U.S. 501(c)(3) cultural institutions to seek support for impactful arts, science, and arts education programs. Onondaga County, New York nonprofits with budgets over $2 million may be eligible for more than US $100,000 in program, capital, or limited general support, especially for youth engagement and artist development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Social Service
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. with audited expenses over $2 million that provide direct social services can seek more than US $100,000 to support programs, capital projects, or general operations. William Randolph Hearst Foundation supports efforts such as poverty alleviation, affordable housing, food access, job training, and youth development, including work benefiting Onondaga County, New York.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can use this national funding to support programs in Onondaga County, New York. Focused on equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation backs food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives through research and screening.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Nonprofits and social enterprises supporting urban low-income children through education, health, or family economic stability projects in Onondaga County, New York may be eligible for more than US $50,000 in project or scaling support. With a mission to create opportunities for children and families, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides large grants in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Onondaga
With a mission to support marginalized communities, Semnani Family Foundation provides Onondaga County, New York nonprofits working in health, education, and humanitarian aid with funding for programs such as healthcare access, disaster relief, and social services. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations may be eligible if their work aligns with the foundation’s global focus areas.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Onondaga County Nonprofits
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides Onondaga County, New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for charitable, educational, scientific, and medical programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable). Local nonprofits with broad, community-serving initiatives may be competitive applicants.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Humanitarian and Poverty Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations addressing poverty, disability, humanitarian aid, or social services can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Onondaga County, New York 501(c)(3) organizations may be eligible if they meet Gupta Family Foundation’s size, non-sectarian, and mission-alignment criteria and operate in one of its supported countries, including the U.S.
Gupta Family Foundation
Central New York Community Foundation Community Grants in Onondaga County
Applications due Aug 28, 2026
Onondaga County, New York nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and fiscally sponsored groups can access funding through Central New York Community Foundation for capital and program projects in arts and culture, civic affairs, education, health, human services, and the environment. Fall cycle priorities emphasize health, human services, and economic development projects serving residents of Onondaga, Madison, and Cortland counties.
Central New York Community Foundation Inc
Operating and Program Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Onondaga County, New York can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants up to Up to US $10,000 for arts, education, social justice, health, ethical journalism, or climate research, including general operating support. Organizations with a broad base of funding may be especially competitive, though occasional national partners are also considered.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Community and Humanitarian Funding from Hansen Family
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Onondaga County, New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on children’s services, education, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, environmental issues, or arts and culture can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Focused on preserving life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the foundation considers U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and reasonable overhead.
Hansen Family Foundation
Nordstrom Grants for Onondaga County Youth
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Onondaga County, New York that provide basic needs or economic mobility opportunities for youth and families can receive US $5,000 - US $20,000 in unrestricted support. Nordstrom supports grassroots programs offering food, shelter, clothing, workforce development, mentorship, scholarships, and similar services in communities where it has store locations.
Nordstrom
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Onondaga County, New York can seek unrestricted funding for environmental and human services programs, including general operating or project support. The Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants with no geographic restrictions, so eligible local organizations may apply alongside applicants nationwide.
Lawrence Foundation
Onondaga County Community Programs Funding via Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Onondaga County, New York can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community programs such as cultural institutions, education, health facilities, and social services. With a mission to help where modest grants have big impact, Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds museums, schools, clinics, environmental efforts, and youth, senior, and disability programs across the U.S.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Onondaga
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Onondaga County, New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can access funding through Ameriprise Financial to support programs like hunger relief, shelter, workforce readiness, financial literacy, and cultural enrichment. Organizations must serve U.S. clients, demonstrate measurable outcomes and financial stability, and may receive priority if they engage Ameriprise volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Broad Program Funding from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those serving Onondaga County, New York, can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental programs. Dr Scholl Foundation provides annual one-year grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000; organizations must request an application online and submit only one proposal per cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Quality-of-Life Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can seek grants supporting programs, operations, or capital needs. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-focused nonprofits, including those in Onondaga County, New York, serving underserved and underrepresented individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Onondaga County, New York nonprofits supporting youth education, family services, food security, or environmental stewardship can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs helping underserved youth and their families through education, housing, hunger relief, and community or environmental initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Central New York Community Foundation Support for Women
Applications due Jun 18, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public entities, or groups with a fiscal sponsor serving women and girls in Onondaga County, New York can apply for Central New York Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund grants, awarding up to US $5,000 for innovative, capacity-building projects. Programs must primarily benefit women and girls in Cayuga, Onondaga, Madison, or Oswego counties.
Central New York Community Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Community Partnership Grants
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Onondaga County, New York with strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits that collaborate with public, private, or social sector partners to address significant social issues and model effective community-building approaches.
Mutual Of America Foundation