Cayuga Community Fund

The Cayuga Community Fund is a geographically-specific fund administered by the Central New York Community Foundation. This philanthropic initiative serves as a collection of gifts from many donors who are committed to preserving and enhancing the quality of life for residents of Cayuga County through a permanent charitable endowment. Grants are awarded annually to aid vital programs in the fields of arts & culture, environment & animals, education, human services, health and civic affairs.

How to Give

The Cayuga Community Fund is the union of many gifts, big and small, by those who want to give back to their community. Tax-deductible gifts may be made in various ways. You may contribute online with a credit card or checks, made out to Central New York Community Foundation with “Cayuga Community Fund” written in the memo line, may be sent to: Central New York Community Foundation, 431 East Fayette Street, Suite 100, Syracuse, NY 13202.

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Apply for a Grant

We accept applications from tax-exempt, nonprofit organizations in Cayuga County seeking to fund innovative projects in the areas of: arts and culture, civic affairs, education, health, human services and the environment.

2025 Dates

Application Opens: Monday, February 10, 2025
Application Closes: Friday, April 11, 2025

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Past Grants

Since 2010, we have been awarding impactful grants that make a difference for Cayuga County residents. View our previous grants.

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Component Funds

In addition to its unrestricted community fund, the Cayuga Community Fund is comprised of component field-of-interest funds that also serve the needs of Cayuga County.

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