Deadline: 12-Jul-21
Applications are now open for the Field Hall Foundation’s Grant Program to not-for-profits and local government for programs and projects that improve the lives of older adults and caregivers in Dutchess, Putnam and Westchester Counties, NY.
Priority is given to:
- Proposals focused on the most basic needs of low-income and vulnerable seniors and their caregivers
- New projects and programs, collaborations, and organizations not previously funded (organizations with an open grant are not eligible to submit an LOI)
Focus Areas
The Foundation funds programs and projects that directly impact low-income and vulnerable older adults and their caregivers in the following areas:
- Food insecurity
- Home-based care services
- Respite and support services for spouses/relatives caring for older adults at home
- Safety and security
- Social work/Case management
- Transportation options for older adults, caregivers, or home health aides
Funding Information
- The Foundation will consider projects for the following types of grants:
- Small Grants, up to $15,000
- Project/program support
- Minor capital improvement projects
- Large Grants, more than $15,000
- Project/program support
- Small Grants, up to $15,000
- Priority is given to new projects and programs, collaborations, and organizations not previously funded.
Geographic Restrictions
Giving is limited to Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Counties, NY.
Criteria
Potential grantees that fit into the focus and geographical areas also need to meet the following criteria:
- Have an annual operating budget of at least $1 million*
- Have a full time, paid executive director*
- Have a board of directors with adequate scope of expertise (Not-for-Profit organizations)
- Have a history of providing direct services to elders and/or their caregivers in the geographical area, or have an interest in expanding a program to the geographical area
*does not apply to small grants
Limitations
- The Foundation do not award grants to individuals or other foundations, or for general operating support, major capital projects, capacity building, scholarships, loans, or endowment funds.
For more information, visit https://fdnweb.org/fieldhall/grant-guidelines/