Member Agency Grants

Applications by invitation only

Annual Member Agency Grants

Operating, Administrative, or Program Support. Member agencies may submit applications in January and allocations are announced in May/June.

Important dates and resources for agencies seeking annual grants.

2025-2026 Member Agency Grant Timeline

DEC '24
Applications Launch

For this grant cycle, member agencies will submit annual grant applications via an online form:

> Member Agency Grant Application, DEADLINE: Friday, January 17, 2025, 11:59pm

PLEASE NOTE:

– You may upload supporting documents, but you will need to complete the required form fields in order for submissions to be valid. 

– Applications will not need to be completed within a single-session. You have the option to save your application in progress and return to it. In order to do so, you will need to create a Jotform account if you do not already have one. 

JAN '25
Agency Kick-Off Breakfast
Thursday, January 9, 9:00-10:00 am, Eastchester Town Hall

In early January, we will convene current agency grantees to discuss emerging needs and share best practices. 

JAN '25
Agency Grant Applications Due
Friday, January 17

This year, agency grant applicants will have until Friday, January 17th to submit FY ’26 applications. 

FEB + MAR '25
Agency Visits (1 hour each)
Evaluators conduct site visits with agency grant applicants.

As part of the evaluation process, Evaluators, organized by topic area, will arrange one hour visits with agency representatives to learn about their work and impact.  

APR '25
Grant Allocation Begins
  • Allocation recommendations will be made to the Board.
  • Board will vote.
MAY/JUN '25
Allocations Announced

Member Agency Criteria

1

Programs and Services

A member agency will have demonstrated by the quality of its programs and services that it contributes to the well being of our target Area and warrants our support.

Services rendered by member agencies shall meet critical local needs. We do not fund multiple agencies delivering the same services to the same population within our target area. 

Member agencies shall cooperate fully with other agencies performing similar or related functions in our target area.

2

Incorporation and Tax Exemption

Member agencies are incorporated, not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organizations exempt from Federal and State income tax and registered as a charitable organization with the New York State Department of State (unless exempted by the Board of Directors of The Fund.)

The Member Agency shall have a written constitution and/or by-laws that clearly define its mission, its organizational structure and the duties, authority and responsibilities of its governing body.

3

Administration

Member agencies have:
– A responsible and active governing body
– Demonstrable community support as evidenced by volunteer participation and inter-agency relationships
– Qualified professional staff. (Some totally volunteer organizations may be funded.)
– Complete and accurate administrative, financial, services records and reports
– A physical plant adequate for its purpose
– Hours of service that meet the needs of its service population

4

Non-Discrimination

A member agency has a non-discrimination policy consistent with federal and state government relations. They function without regard to race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity) or national origin, and should deliver services on the basis of need. They have an Affirmative Action Plan for employment of staff as required by law.

5

Financial Condition

Member agencies are in sound financial condition without excessive debt. Fee policies shall be related to the cost of providing agency services as well as clients’ ability to pay. We require agencies to provide complete funding profiles.

6

Additional Notes

The Fund may require agencies to supply an annual audited done by an independent certified public accountant or other licensed public accountant.

A member agency operating under religious auspices must clearly distinguish both in its budget and service offering between those services of a health and welfare nature and those of a religious character. 

Current Member Agencies

Aisling Irish Community Center
Bronxville Tree House Program
Cancer Support Team
Community Flu Shot Program
Concordia Conservatory
D.A.R.E.
Eastchester Senior Programs & Services
Eastchester Teen Scene
Eastchester Vol. Ambulance Corps (EVAC)
Gramatan Village
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
Maxwell Institute
Senior Citizens Council
SE Consortium for Special Services
Tuckahoe Police Youth Initiatives
Tuckahoe Public Library
WESTCOP/ECAP