THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION
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The Schenectady Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in New York, with additional support for projects in Massachusetts and Connecticut. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in applying can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION IS A PHILANTHROPIC TRUST ESTABLISHED TO ASSIST AND PROMOTE THE WELFARE OF RESIDENTS OF SCHENECTADY COUNTY, NEW YORK. THE FOUNDATION MAKES GRANTS TO TAX EXEMPT CHARITIES THAT EFFECTIVELY ADDRESS THE NEEDS AND ISSUES OF THE COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
2
Welfare
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CITY MISSION OF SCHENECTADY
$1.3M
9%
THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION INC
$1M
7%
SCHENECTADY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM INC
$910.6K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
22
Median 1st year grant
$22K
Median 2nd year grant
$30K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION?
No. THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION give?
THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $22 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include CITY MISSION OF SCHENECTADY, THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION INC, and SCHENECTADY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION?
THE SCHENECTADY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.