Youth Service Capacity-Building Grants 2026: NYC Nonprofits Can Receive $60,000 to Strengthen Youth Programs and Organizational Capacity ·Building Grants 2026: NYC Nonprofits Can Receive $60,000 to Strengthen Youth Programs and Organizational Capacity

Overview

This program offers funding to small nonprofit organizations in New York City to strengthen their internal systems and improve organizational capacity to create positive outcomes for youth.

Eligibility

• Be a youth-serving community-based nonprofit based in one of New York City’s five boroughs.
• Provide direct services to youth ages 5-25.
• Have 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status or operate under a fiscal sponsor that is a registered 501(c)(3).
• Have an operating budget between $250,000 and $1 million during the prior year.

Benefits

• $60,000 grant funding
• Flexible support to address organizational capacity-building needs
• Three years of funding support
• Technical assistance and organizational development support throughout the grant period

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can access the application portal and required templates through the official program page.

Deadline

September 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST