Livestock Foundation’s Community Grant Program provides project-based financial support to local organizations that share our goal to protect and promote the human, economic, and natural resources of Delaware County New York. The grant program was created to inspire collaboration amongst local organizations in order to further our shared missions.
What:
$5,000-10,000 grants will be awarded for qualifying projects submitted by a Delaware County, NY based registered 501(c)3 nonprofit or tax-exempt public charitable, religious, or municipal organization through our open-call process
When:
Applications open in January and are due in April. Join our mailing list to be notified when the 2025 applications open.
How:
Organizations must submit a completed application through the link below clearly defining the scope of their project including budget, timelines, and goals.
Applications must include:
Completed application form with detailed answers to application questions.
Proof of 501(c)3 status, Operating Budget for the current year, Budget vs. Actuals reports for the prior year, and two prior years' tax returns.
Requirements:
The grant requires 1 to 1 match of requested grant funds to other project funds (such as fundraising efforts, other grants, and/or dedicated operating funds) and applicants will be required to document matching funds in their application and final report.
Proposals may only be submitted for future expenses or operating costs, we do not fund previously completed projects.
Things we do fund: capital purchases, materials, contract labor, marketing, and project operational costs. Things we don’t fund: salaries, rent/mortgage, or utilities.
Evaluation:
Is the submitted project clearly defined and are the proposed budget, goals, and timeline realistic and attainable?
Does the organization demonstrate funding need and ability to complete the proposed project successfully and on schedule?
How do the organization’s proposed project and overall programming connect with Livestock Foundation’s mission and how will it benefit the communities of Delaware County?
Payout and Reporting:
Grantees will receive 75% of the award upon return of signed acceptance letter. The remaining 25% will be paid out when final report is submitted.
Accepted applicants must submit a final report no later than 90 days after the project's end date.
Final report must include: completed Final Report Form with detailed answers to final report questions including an itemized budget detailing project expenses and matching revenue, and proof of purchase for each itemized expense.
If you are unsure about whether your organization/project is eligible, please email info@livestockfoundation.org.