National Grid Brownfield Redevelopment Assistance Program (New York)
National GridFor businesses, nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in New York
National Grid's Brownfield Redevelopment Assistance Program funds utility infrastructure improvements, demolition, Phase I and II environmental site assessments, and local match for state brownfield programs to move redevelopment of brownfield sites and abandoned buildings forward in its New York service territory. The maximum grant is $300,000 and covers up to 25% of eligible project costs; it is offered in both the upstate and downstate (Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island) territories on a continual basis.
What you get
Up to $300,000 (up to 25% of eligible costs; up to $25,000 for environmental investigations)
Who qualifies
A municipality or its authorized development corporation; a 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) working with the municipality, IDA or LDC; or the site owner or developer with the municipality's endorsement
Site or building receives National Grid electric or gas service and has a viable commercial or industrial end-use strategy
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (BrownfieldRedevelopmentAssistanceProgram.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid Cinderella Program (Downstate New York revitalization)
National GridFor businesses, nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in New York
National Grid's Cinderella Program offsets part of the cost of redeveloping vacant buildings and strengthening commercial districts and urban corridors in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island. It funds pre-construction design, adaptive reuse, building renovation, storefront and corridor improvements, and economic development workshops, with grant caps from $25,000 to $250,000 based on capital investment. Municipalities, nonprofits (including BIDs and LDCs) with municipal support, and site owners or developers with municipal endorsement may apply on a continual basis.
What you get
Up to $25,000 to $250,000 depending on total capital investment (workshops up to $25,000)
Who qualifies
A municipality or its authorized development corporation; a 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) (nonprofits, business improvement districts, IDAs, LDCs) with a municipal resolution or letter of support; or the site owner or developer with the municipality's endorsement
Project in National Grid's downstate territory (Kings, Queens, Richmond, Nassau or Suffolk county) in an underutilized central business district, commercial area or targeted redevelopment area
Projects must show job creation; funds offset up to 50% of eligible costs
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (CinderellaProgram.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid CleanTech Incubation Program (New York)
National GridFor nonprofits and collegesOnly in New York
National Grid's CleanTech Incubation Program gives up to $250,000 to entrepreneur-support organizations (NYS Centers for Advanced Technology, Centers of Excellence, and 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) groups) for market research, commercialization help, entrepreneurs-in-residence and training for new ventures, plus matching grants up to $250,000 to fit up clean-tech incubator buildings. It is offered in both the upstate and downstate New York territories on a continual basis.
What you get
Up to $250,000
Who qualifies
Venture support: a NYS Center for Advanced Technology, Center of Excellence, or a 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) dedicated to entrepreneur support, with a track record in economic development and entrepreneurship
Physical location in National Grid's New York service territory
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (CleanTechIncubation.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid Main Street Revitalization Program (Upstate New York)
National GridFor businesses, nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in New York
National Grid's Main Street Revitalization Program gives matching grants to municipalities, nonprofit and development corporations, and property owners or developers (with municipal endorsement) to rehabilitate vacant commercial, industrial or mixed-use buildings in downtowns and commercial corridors of its upstate New York territory. Grant caps scale with total capital investment, from $25,000 for $50,000-$250,000 projects up to $500,000 for projects above $25 million. Grants are available on a continual basis until funds run out.
What you get
Up to $25,000 to $500,000 depending on total capital investment
Who qualifies
A municipality or its authorized development corporation; a 501(c)(3), (c)(4) or (c)(6) working with the municipality, IDA or LDC; or the owner or developer of the site with the municipality's endorsement
Project receives National Grid electric or gas service on a commercial rate in the upstate New York territory, in a central business district or commercial corridor with underutilized utility infrastructure
Building must be at least 90% vacant (or in a targeted area where at least half of commercial buildings are fully vacant) and the project must show private-sector job creation or retention
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
Not for civic facilities such as libraries, sports complexes or public buildings
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (MainStreetRevitalization.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid Power Quality Enhancement Program (Upstate New York)
National GridFor businesses and nonprofitsOnly in New York
National Grid's Power Quality Enhancement Program reimburses part of the cost of power quality equipment and services, such as voltage ride-through equipment, harmonic filters, UPS systems, surge suppression and power quality monitoring, for upstate New York manufacturers, R&D facilities, health care providers and data centers that have a documented power quality problem. Grants are up to $250,000 and the customer must fund at least 25% of costs.
What you get
Up to $250,000
Who qualifies
Owner of the business and a National Grid Service Classification 3, 3A or 4 electric customer in upstate New York
Business in manufacturing, research and development, health care or data centers
Must show a power quality problem causing production, operational or quality constraints; customer funds at least 25% of costs
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the Power Quality Enhancement program description PDF
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documents
Contact Karen.Mousaw@nationalgrid.com for help with the application
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid Shovel Ready Incentive Program (Upstate New York)
National GridFor businesses, nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in New York
National Grid's Shovel Ready Incentive Program gives site owners up to $125,000 for engineering and planning to get a site certified Shovel-Ready by New York State, and up to $500,000 for electric and natural gas infrastructure at FAST NY or POWER UP grantee sites or certified Shovel-Ready sites in its upstate territory. Grants are available on a continual basis.
What you get
Up to $125,000 (engineering/planning) or up to $500,000 (infrastructure)
Who qualifies
Owner of the site or holder of an option to purchase, with a plan for marketing the site
Infrastructure grant (up to $500,000): site is a FAST NY Shovel Ready or POWER UP grantee or a NYS Shovel-Ready certified site, and will be fully served on completion
Planning grant (up to $125,000): site has high economic development value and must become NYS Shovel-Ready certified (or hold a FAST NY or POWER UP grant)
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (ShovelReadyIncentive.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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National Grid Urban Center/Commercial District Revitalization Program (Upstate New York)
National GridFor nonprofits, local governments and tribes and collegesOnly in New York
National Grid's Urban Center/Commercial District Revitalization Program gives matching grants of up to $250,000 (up to $100,000 in cities of 10,000-14,999 people) to municipalities, development corporations, nonprofits, universities and medical complexes for major revitalization projects in upstate New York urban cores, such as utility and lighting work for pedestrian corridors, site preparation, building rehabilitation and redesign drawings. Applicants must match National Grid funds 3:1, and grants are available on a continual basis.
What you get
Up to $250,000 (up to $100,000 for municipalities of 10,000-14,999 people)
Who qualifies
A municipality or its authorized development corporation; or a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6), university or medical complex with the endorsement of the municipality
Project in National Grid's upstate New York franchise area, in a central business district or commercial area with underutilized utility infrastructure
3:1 match from other public or private sources
Must be a National Grid customer in good standing (current on payments or on a deferred payment agreement)
How to apply
Read the program description PDF (UrbanCenter.pdf) to confirm eligibility
Complete the online application at shovelready.com/application.asp and upload the required documentation
If approved, sign a funding agreement; grants are paid as reimbursement after the work is done and conditions are met
Checked against National Grid's own page on October 16, 2026.
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Price Chopper / Market 32 and Golub Foundation Community Support
Price Chopper / Market 32For nonprofits and local governments and tribesOnly in 6 states: CT, MA, NH, NY, PA, VT
Price Chopper, Market 32 and the Golub Foundation support organizations that improve quality of life in their marketing areas, taking requests for money or items through an online application. Stores also offer free ticket printing, cups and napkins for nonprofit fundraisers and food drives.
What you get
Amount or items requested; free ticket printing, cups and napkins for fundraisers
Who qualifies
Organizations in Price Chopper/Market 32 marketing areas (stores in CT, MA, NH, NY, PA and VT)
501(c)(3) organizations must upload their federal ruling letter
One request per organization per fiscal year (May-April); submit at least 6 weeks before the program or event
Not funded: individuals, political campaigns, endowments, organizations outside marketing areas
How to apply
Prepare your mission, population served, stores impacted, demographics, amount or item requested and recognition offered
Apply for support online at least 6 weeks before your event
Allow up to 4 weeks for a response; for free ticket printing, cups and napkins, speak with the local store manager
Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.
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AEO Better World Foundation Community Grants
American Eagle Outfitters (AEO Better World Foundation)For nonprofitsLocal programs in Pennsylvania, New York, Kansas
The AEO Better World Foundation gives community grants to nonprofits running programs for teens and young adults ages 15 to 25 in or near Pittsburgh, New York City, Hazleton (PA) and Ottawa (KS), plus Ontario locations in Canada. New grantees request $5,000; returning grantees may request $5,000 to $15,000. The 2026 deadlines were April 10 and August 31, 2026.
What you get
$5,000 for new grantees; $5,000 to $15,000 for returning grantees (per the 2024-2025 grant guidelines)
Who qualifies
501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the U.S. (or registered Canadian charity)
Location in or near Pittsburgh, PA; New York City, NY; Hazleton, PA; Ottawa, KS; or Mississauga, Ontario
Program must serve all or part of the target demographic: youth ages 15 to 25
Must direct at least 70% of money raised toward program beneficiaries and have inclusive policies
One grant per calendar year from any AEO foundation
How to apply
Read the Community Grant Program guidelines
Create an account on the AEO grant application portal and submit before the cycle deadline (2026 deadlines: April 10 and August 31)
Upload your W-9, IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter and program budget
Expect a decision about 8 to 10 weeks after the cycle deadline
Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.
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Con Edison strategic partnership grants
Con EdisonFor nonprofits and collegesOnly in New York
Con Edison funds 501(c)(3) community-based organizations, educational institutions and coalitions in New York City and Westchester for programs in three priority areas: adaptation and mitigation to extreme weather, social justice and community resilience, and clean energy and technology careers. Only program support (and capacity building) is funded. The 2026 grant cycle is closed, and updated information is expected in early 2027.
What you get
Amount not stated
Who qualifies
Community-based organization, educational institution, or coalition or alliance of institutions (including environmental justice networks)
501(c)(3) tax-exempt entity under Section 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2); coalitions need a 501(c)(3) fiscal agent
Located in Con Edison's service territory (New York City and Westchester)
Program support only (capacity building considered); no operating support, capital campaigns or projects, event sponsorships; arts and medical/health initiatives are not current priorities
Social justice applications must serve a disadvantaged or marginalized community and have a justice-based mission
How to apply
Review Con Edison's focus areas and focal points
Check the Apply for a Grant page in early 2027 for the next cycle's instructions (the 2026 cycle used a concept form)
Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.
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Land O'Lakes Foundation Region Grants Program
Land O'Lakes FoundationFor nonprofitsLocal programs in 5 states: CA, DE, MD, NY, PA
The Land O'Lakes Foundation gives $1,000 to $20,000 grants to nonprofits serving rural dairy communities in listed counties of its East and West Regions. Funds are awarded in two annual open rounds: Hunger Relief (May) and Community Vitality (September).
What you get
$1,000 to $20,000 (average award $5,000 to $10,000)
Who qualifies
Current 501(c)(3) public charity status required
Must primarily serve rural communities in eligible counties: Delaware (New Castle, Sussex); Maryland (Cecil, Kent, Washington); New York (Ontario, Steuben, Yates); 26 listed Pennsylvania counties including Lancaster, York and Berks; California (Fresno, Glenn, Kings, Riverside, Tulare)
Must align with hunger relief, education or community vitality priorities
Referrals from a Land O'Lakes member-owner are prioritized but not required
Not eligible: direct funding to individuals, trade/business associations, political, lobbying or fraternal groups, religious activities
How to apply
Read the Region Grants Program overview on the Land O'Lakes Foundation site
Apply on the YourCause portal during the open round: Hunger Relief (May 1-31) or Community Vitality (September 1-30)
Award letters and checks are sent in July/August (Hunger Relief) or November/December (Community Vitality)
Checked against Land O'Lakes Foundation's own page on October 16, 2026.
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Orange & Rockland strategic nonprofit grants
Orange & Rockland Utilities (Con Edison)For nonprofits and collegesOnly in New York, New Jersey
Orange & Rockland funds 501(c)(3) community-based organizations, educational institutions and coalitions in its seven-county territory in New York and northern New Jersey for programs in extreme-weather adaptation, social justice and community resilience, and clean energy and technology careers, with priority for historically marginalized and disadvantaged communities. The grant cycle runs January 1 to June 30; new applicants first email a concept paper, reviewed on a rolling basis until April 30, and qualifying organizations are invited to submit a full application.
What you get
Amount not stated
Who qualifies
Community-based organization, educational institution, or coalition (including environmental justice networks) with 501(c)(3) status under 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2)
Located in Orange & Rockland's service territory (7 counties in the northwestern suburbs of New York City and northern New Jersey)
Program support only (capacity building considered); no operating support, capital, event sponsorships, debt retirement, lobbying; arts and medical/health are not current priorities
One grant per calendar year
How to apply
Review O&R's focus areas and priorities
Email your complete concept paper to MorrisK@oru.com with your organization's name in the subject line (accepted on a rolling basis until April 30)
If the concept qualifies, you are invited to submit a formal grant application; returning grantees contact their program officer for the invitation code
Program page checked on October 16, 2026. The amount or dates aren't published, so confirm them on the program page.
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