This funding opportunity supports emerging nonprofit initiatives in Columbia County, NY, that address unmet community needs and have a clear path to sustainability. Eligible uses include programming costs, equipment, outreach, consultancies, and legal fees to obtain 501(c)(3) status. Funding can be requested once per year for up to three years, with eligibility for organizations in formation or within their first three years, including those using fiscal sponsors.
Applicants must be located in and primarily serve Columbia County, NY. Eligible organizations are emerging nonprofits in formation or within their first three years. Fiscal sponsorship is allowed for those without nonprofit status.