SC New York News

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C-Corning) has released his “April Grant Action News Update” to inform residents, organizations, and local governments about various grants available from state, federal, and private sources. Palmesano emphasized the importance of grants in supporting local communities, stating, “During a time of economic recovery, grants can play an integral part in helping our local communities complete needed infrastructure repairs or support underfunded projects.”

The bulletin, updated monthly, aims to simplify the process of finding grants and making them accessible to everyone. Palmesano hopes that residents, organizations, and local governments in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions will take advantage of this resource to strengthen their communities.

Among the grants highlighted in the update is the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP) offered by the NYS Dept. of Veterans’ Services. Not-for-profit entities are eligible to apply for funding for capital projects, with an anticipated total funding available of $2.4 million.

Federal grants mentioned in the update include the U.S. Dept. of Justice's funding for Rural Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Programs, with an estimated total program funding of $36.4 million. Additionally, the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services is offering grants for various programs, such as the Tribal Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program and the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program.

Private grants featured in the update include the Gloria Barron Prizes for Young Heroes and the Anonymous Was a Woman Environmental Art Grants, among others. These grants aim to support young leaders and artists who are making a positive impact on their communities and the environment.

In addition to these grants, the update also includes information on Scholar Awards, such as the Dairy Shrine College Scholarships for Agricultural-Related Studies and the Patriot Legacy Fund Scholarships, which are dedicated to helping children of service-disabled veterans achieve their educational goals.

The bulletin serves as a valuable resource for those seeking financial assistance for a wide range of projects and initiatives. With deadlines approaching for many of these grants, interested parties are encouraged to review the detailed information provided in the update and take necessary steps to apply for funding.