Application Process & Guidelines
The Community Grant program has guidelines designed to furnish you with the information necessary to apply for a Central New York Community Foundation grant. These guidelines offer general direction, and are not a guaranteed prescription for success in obtaining a grant. Ultimately, each proposal is evaluated on its potential value to Onondaga or Madison County; funding available for disbursement; and the quality of planning, leadership, support and vision expressed in the application.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the program staff to discuss proposal ideas before submitting an application. We invite you to download the full guidelines and application form (Fillable PDF) to read and fill in on your computer.

Upcoming Community Grant Deadlines

 Community Grantmaking                PACE (Program for Arts Capacity & Excellence)
 Friday, April 9, 2010      Friday, July 30, 2010
 Friday, September 24, 2010  


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If you have Grantmaking questions or would like to schedule a grant information meeting, please contact Olive Sephuma.
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Allen Speiser Memorial Vocational Rehabilitation Fund
March 22, 2010
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Community Grant Application Deadlines:
April 9, 2010
September 24, 2010
Note there is a NEW application!
Learn more about our Community Grants.

Cayuga Fund Grant Deadlines:
March 31, 2010
September 30, 2010
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Pulaski Fund Grant Information Session
May 4, 2010
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