Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social service programs can seek funding to address social problems, including community and public safety needs in New York. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving organizations test new approaches to societal issues; interested groups may begin with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
New York Youth Services Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek up to US $15,000 for direct-service programs, training, or enrichment activities, including in New York. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, and environmental education that benefit children and young people worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
With a mission to support innovative social impact solutions, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides New York first responder and public safety organizations with up to US $300,000 over three years in unrestricted funding or investment capital. Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits addressing urgent social or environmental problems may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
New York Crisis Response Funding via Cisco
New York nonprofits and NGOs using technology to deliver crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs for primarily economically underserved communities can apply for Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, offering up to US $100,000. Grants are international, so New York first responder and search and rescue partners may be eligible if their work fits these tech-enabled priorities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety Funding for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Focused on community safety, State Farm Companies Foundation invites New York educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies to seek support for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Programs such as disaster preparedness, fire prevention, auto and home safety, and community revitalization may be eligible.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in New York
Nonprofit cultural institutions in New York offering arts and science programming can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation to support impactful cultural initiatives. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million may seek program, capital, or limited general support, especially for youth arts engagement, artist development, and STEAM-focused education that could complement community outreach by search and rescue agencies.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Community Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in New York, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support health and welfare, education, or community initiatives. Funding may benefit organizations providing healthcare for underserved populations, food pantries, STEM education, or healthy-lifestyle programs, including search and rescue groups with related community health or safety services.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
New York organizations serving urban children and youth through education, health, or family economic stability projects can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards are typically more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other entities working in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on early childhood education or community economic development in New York can seek funding for programs serving low- and moderate-income children and families. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for education, affordable housing, small business support, human services, and neighborhood revitalization in communities where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Grants for Charities from Roche
New York accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through Roche, which prioritizes innovative, sustainable initiatives. Programs that allow Roche affiliates and employees to engage locally, and that are non-political and non-commercial, may be supported through its global Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding for Nonprofits from Semnani
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations providing health, education, or disaster relief services can apply for support from Semnani Family Foundation; funding may benefit programs in New York and internationally. Semnani backs work with marginalized communities, including healthcare access, women and children’s health, disaster response, and social services for vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
New York Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. Eligible tax-exempt organizations must use awarded funds within the U.S. and demonstrate sound management, broad service reach, and a substantial impact on community welfare, which may include first responder and rescue-related initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Development
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, housing, jobs, or basic needs can apply for sponsorship funding that may complement search and rescue or first responder initiatives. Bank of America Charitable Foundation also considers projects in arts and culture, environmental programs, workforce education, and diversity and inclusion that strengthen low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for human and social services worldwide. U.S. 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities, including those involved in disaster relief or supporting first responders in New York, may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in New York seeking support to tell the story of their impact can apply for the Storytelling Grant, with awards of more than US $50,000. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation funds storytelling projects that highlight work in preservation, education, or wellness, including conservation, historic preservation, education, and mental health initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Disaster Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing disaster relief, humanitarian aid, or related services can apply for Robinson Foundation support, primarily serving the Southern U.S. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations addressing emergencies, poverty, health, and vulnerable children and families, which may benefit search and rescue or first responder–adjacent programs connected to disaster response.
Robinson Foundation
New York Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, programs, or fundraising events can access funding through Insperity; grants and event sponsorships help charities meet financial and service goals. Eligible organizations must either be Insperity clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where Insperity employees live and work, which may include search and rescue-related efforts.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for New York Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support charitable initiatives, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides New York nonprofits with funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding projects. 501(c)(3) organizations working in these areas, including those connected to first responders or rescue-related community support, may be eligible to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities in New York communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment programs. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that align with its mission and positively impact the long-term well-being and sustainability of these communities, which may include local first responder and search and rescue efforts.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Family Support Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York within 15 miles of a TJX location can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety. Programs that intersect with first responder or search and rescue support for vulnerable families and children may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted funding for environmental and human services programs, including disaster-related work. Focused on community and environmental initiatives, Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 program or operating grants that may benefit organizations involved in search and rescue or broader emergency response efforts.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in New York and across the U.S. can seek funding for community-based programs, including cultural institutions, education, health facilities, environmental efforts, and services for youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation typically range from US $1,000 - US $20,000 and may benefit first responder and rescue-related initiatives within eligible organizations.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Focused on basic needs and community vitality, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits to apply for grants supporting hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community development. New York organizations, especially those engaging Ameriprise employee volunteers, may be eligible if they address food access, housing, economic stability, or cultural enrichment with measurable outcomes.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in New York
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New York first responder and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural initiatives, or environmental work. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of project support.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Services Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community programs such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for funding, including organizations serving New York. With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides project, general operating, and capital support in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New York working on youth education, housing, hunger, or environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact projects. Search and rescue or first responder groups with qualifying youth- or family-focused initiatives may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
U.S. nonprofit organizations with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award, recognizing exemplary collaborative leadership and impact. New York first responder and search and rescue groups structured as nonprofits may be eligible if they demonstrate effective cross-sector partnerships that address significant social issues and improve community outcomes.
Mutual Of America Foundation