ESD’s NFP Grant Program will support not-for-profit organizations that provide economic support in their region by providing matching funds for capital improvements. 

The program offers a 50/50 matching grant with funding available for capital grants of up to $100,000 each to support projects that provide a community benefit to the area the organization serves. For example: 

1. Expansion and/or upgrades to the organization’s facility; 
2. Purchase of new equipment; 
3. Capital improvements; or 
4. Other projects at ESD’s discretion that show acceptable community benefits. 

501(c)(3) Not-for-profit organizations whose mission is to provide an economic and community benefit to the area they serve.  

**Associations, professional service organizations and fiscal sponsors will not be considered for funding. 

Program guidelines

For more information, eligible applicants should contact their local Empire State Development Regional Office or go to the NYS Consolidated Funding Application.