Improving the lives of vulnerable people, especially seniors 

Across Erie and Niagara Counties in NYS

Improving the lives of vulnerable people, especially seniors 

Across Erie and Niagara Counties in NYS

Our Focus Areas

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Our Mission...

Improve the lives of vulnerable adults and children predominantly in Erie and Niagara counties in NYS with a special emphasis on older adults.


Our vision is to:

  • Foster the current and future healthcare workforce
  • Enhance access to healthcare services and other basic daily needs
  • Support educational opportunities to break the cycle of poverty
  • Promote research and innovation to advance successful aging
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Our Impact

Featured Grants

  • Hearts and Hands – Faith in Action: Providing essential services such as transportation, companionship, and in-home support to older community members to help them live with dignity and independence.
  • Salvation Army: Addressing the root causes of poverty to improve the lives of families with housing, employment, and education.
  • Mercy Care for The Adirondacks: Enhancing the fullness of life of elders living in their community.
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2026 Information Deadlines:

  • Letters of Inquiry accepted January 1 – May 31
  • Applicants notified of invitation to advance to application phase or denial by July 15
  • Grant applications due September 15
  • Board members approve grants by October 15
  • Applicants notified of grant request approval or denial by October 31

Our Process

How to Apply

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Step 1: Register

Visit our Apply for a Grant page and register through our Grant Portal.

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Step 2: Apply

Fill out a Letter of Inquiry with details of your organization, expected outcomes, amount of grant requested, and other pertinent information.

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Step 3: Submit

Send your Letter of Inquiry by the deadline. Your organization will receive either a grant application invitation or declination by the deadline.