Grant Resources
Discover grant opportunities that can help businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations bring projects to life that strengthen Adirondack communities and support long-term regional growth.
Funding Opportunities
Grant funding can help businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community groups advance projects that support economic development, arts and culture, environmental stewardship, historic preservation, and quality of life across the Adirondack region.
The resources below offer a starting point for identifying potential funding opportunities.
State and Federal Resources
Explore key grant databases and funding programs available at the state and federal levels.
New York State Consolidated Funding Application
The Consolidated Funding Application, commonly known as the CFA, provides access to a range of New York State economic development, tourism, community development, arts, environmental, and related funding opportunities.
Northern Border Regional Commission
The Northern Border Regional Commission supports economic and community development projects across the northern border region, including eligible projects in New York’s North Country.
USDA Rural Development
USDA Rural Development offers grants, loans, and technical assistance supporting rural businesses, nonprofit organizations, community facilities, housing, energy, and other rural development projects.
Grants.gov
Grants.gov is the federal government’s primary resource for searching and applying for grant opportunities offered by federal agencies.
Adirondack and Regional Foundations
Find funding resources from Adirondack-based foundations that support nonprofits and community-driven projects throughout the region.
Adirondack Community Foundation
Adirondack Community Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and community initiatives across the Adirondack region through competitive grants and community-based funds.
Cloudsplitter Foundation
Cloudsplitter Foundation provides grants and organizational support for nonprofit organizations and projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life in the Adirondacks.
Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation
The Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation supports nonprofit organizations whose programs benefit year-round residents of the Adirondack Park.
North Elba Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund
The North Elba Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund, known as LEAF, supports eligible projects that strengthen the community and enhance quality of life in the Town of North Elba.
Specialized Funding Resources
Access funding programs designed to support specific community priorities, from environmental and cultural projects to economic development initiatives.
Lake Champlain Basin Program
The Lake Champlain Basin Program offers funding for eligible environmental, water quality, education, recreation, cultural heritage, and community projects within the Lake Champlain Basin.
New York State Council on the Arts
The New York State Council on the Arts supports arts and cultural organizations, artists, public programming, and cultural facilities throughout New York State.
Preservation League of New York State
The Preservation League of New York State offers grants and technical assistance supporting historic preservation planning, building reuse, cultural resources, and community preservation projects.
National Grid Economic Development Programs
National Grid offers grants and incentives for eligible economic and community development projects within its service territory, including building reuse, site development, infrastructure, and community revitalization initiatives.
Finding the Right Opportunity
Grant programs, eligibility requirements, available funding, and application timelines change regularly. This list is intended as a starting point and does not include every available opportunity.
Prospective applicants should visit each organization’s website to review current program information and determine whether a project is eligible before beginning an application.
Need help getting started?
Contact Adam DeSantis, ROOST’s Director of Economic Development, to discuss your project, identify potential funding resources, and learn how ROOST may be able to support you through the grant process.