Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs can seek funding that may benefit work in New York. Grants from Creag Foundation help eligible groups pilot or expand new approaches to societal issues, including health, environment, literacy, community development, and related fields, via an invitation-only process starting with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
New York organizations and social enterprises improving education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards are typically more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible applicants must request at least $50,000 and align with the foundation’s mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
PNC Foundation Support for Community Development
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering early childhood education or community economic development programs in New York may be eligible for funding to serve low- and moderate-income families. With a mission to strengthen communities, PNC Foundation provides grants for early learning, affordable housing, small business support, job training, arts, and neighborhood revitalization where PNC has a significant presence.
PNC Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Bank of America Foundation’s regional sponsorships. These U.S. grants may benefit biology-related programs that intersect with housing, jobs, hunger, or community revitalization in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Pew Charitable Trusts Grants for Biology
Full proposal due Sep 3, 2026
Early-career assistant professors running independent biomedical or biology-focused labs at nominated New York institutions can receive US $75,000 - US $300,000 to support innovative research advancing human health. Pew Charitable Trusts funds flexible basic, translational, or applied biomedical projects, with awards made to participating universities and research centers through an internal nomination process.
Pew Charitable Trusts
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for New York Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
New York 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can access funding for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, and arts projects that support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The Hansen Family Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $10,000 to U.S.-based organizations, including those with biology-related or environmental initiatives.
Hansen Family Foundation
Pershing Square Foundation Neuroscience Grants in New York
Letter of inquiry due Sep 29, 2026
The MIND Prize provides New York biology and neuroscience researchers with major support for innovative neurodegenerative disease projects. Administered by the Pershing Square Foundation, this U.S. program funds early- to mid-career investigators advancing tools, technologies, and bold approaches to understand and treat conditions like Alzheimer’s, dementia, and related neurological disorders; total awards are US $750,000.
The Pershing Square Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on education, health, conservation, or humanitarian services can use this funding for program support in the Southern U.S., not capital projects. Grants from Robinson Foundation help groups serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line; New York biology-focused nonprofits may be ineligible due to the regional restriction.
Robinson Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX location can apply for TJX Foundation grants supporting basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety. New York biology-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their programs also address these areas for vulnerable families and children and meet TJX’s mission and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in New York can seek unrestricted operating or program grants supporting their work. Focused on broad environmental and community needs, the Lawrence Foundation typically awards US $5,000 - US $10,000, which may benefit biology-related initiatives within its environmental priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Wenner-Gren Foundation Anthropology Grants in New York
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Doctorate-level anthropologists and closely related scholars in New York can receive up to US $25,000 for individual post-Ph.D. research projects advancing understanding of human biological and cultural origins, development, and variation. The Wenner-Gren Foundation supports innovative anthropology research worldwide, welcoming projects that integrate multiple subfields and pioneer new approaches and ideas.
Wenner-Gren Foundation
Art Conservation Research Funding for Scientists from Metropolitan Museum of Art
Applications due Nov 14, 2026
Scientists and researchers in conservation, chemistry, biology-related fields, and earth sciences can receive up to US $63,000 from the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a 12‑month senior fellowship in New York focused on art conservation science. Fellows conduct independent research using The Met’s collections and resources in areas like preventive conservation, organic and inorganic media, and related topics.
Metropolitan Museum Of Art
Hudson River Foundation Support for Habitat Restoration
Letter of inquiry due Dec 15, 2026
New York biology and conservation organizations planning habitat restoration projects in the Hudson-Raritan Estuary region can access funding through the Hudson River Foundation for one- to two-year efforts. Grants of US $50,000 - US $100,000 support wildlife habitat restoration at sites in the Comprehensive Restoration Plan or similar community-supported plans that also benefit local communities.
Hudson River Foundation
American Museum of Natural History Support for Biology
Applications due Dec 16, 2026
Prospective Ph.D. students in biology and related fields in New York can apply for American Museum of Natural History graduate fellowships supporting joint university–museum training and research. Eligible applicants must be first-time Ph.D. candidates applying both to a partnered university program and to the AMNH Graduate Student Fellowships Program.
American Museum of Natural History (AMNH)
Wetland Conservation Funding from Natural Resources Conservation Service
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Private and tribal landowners in New York seeking to restore degraded wetlands can access easement funding to protect and enhance land and habitat. Natural Resources Conservation Service offers permanent, term, and 30-year wetland reserve easements, covering most easement and restoration costs, with priority for projects benefiting migratory birds and other wildlife.
Natural Resources Conservation Service - New York
Ecological Restoration Funding from NY Power Authority
Applications due Jan 20, 2027
Nonprofits, public entities, and tribal nations in the Buffalo-Niagara region can seek funding for ecological enhancement projects within the Niagara Greenway, including land conservation, habitat research, and restoration. NY Power Authority’s Greenway Ecological Fund supports multi-year projects that improve aquatic and terrestrial habitats, ecosystem services, and environmental stewardship and education in New York.
NY Power Authority
Black Rock Forest Support for New York Biology
Applications due Jan 30, 2027
Biology and conservation researchers conducting projects in New York’s Black Rock Forest can apply for the David Redden Conservation Science Fund, with awards up to US $10,000 for conservation-focused science. Focused on research with practical conservation applications, Black Rock Forest Consortium invites projects completed at least in part within its Hudson Highlands forest.
Black Rock Forest Consortium
Biology Research Funding from American Philosophical Society
Applications due Feb 3, 2027
Undergraduates studying biology-related fields in New York can receive up to US $2,500 to pursue summer research on the history of the life sciences through this hybrid internship. The American Philosophical Society and Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory provide archival access, mentorship, travel support, and housing while interns work on topics like genetics, molecular biology, or cancer research.
American Philosophical Society
American Association of Avian Pathologists Grants for New York Veterinary Science
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
Veterinarians in North America focused on avian diagnostics or technical service to the poultry industry can receive $1,000 for documented contributions over the past decade. Grants from American Association of Avian Pathologists help New York biology professionals working in poultry health recognize outstanding service and impact through the Lasher-Bottorff Award.
American Association of Avian Pathologists
New York Space Biology Funding via Explorers Club
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
New York biology and space-science researchers studying human adaptation beyond Earth can access funding through the Explorers Club and Vast x Explorers Club Grant. Awards of US $20,000 - US $25,000 support field or lab projects on space environments, human health, habitability, and related systems; applicants must be at least 18 and leading an active project.
Explorers Club
Kosciuszko Foundation Grants for New York Biology
Applications due Feb 17, 2027
Undergraduate natural science majors of Polish descent studying full time in the U.S., including New York, can compete for a US $5,000 Drs. James and Wanda Trefil Science Scholarship supporting tuition. Grants from Kosciuszko Foundation help biology, chemistry, physics, and related majors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a 3.5 GPA or higher.
Kosciuszko Foundation
New York Graduate Study Funding via Kosciuszko Foundation
Applications due Feb 17, 2027
New York graduate students of Polish descent pursuing full-time biology or related science degrees can access funding through the Kosciuszko Foundation for tuition at U.S. universities or English medical schools in Poland, with awards from US $1,000 - US $12,000. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Kosciuszko Foundation
Society of American Foresters Grants for New York Forestry Education
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
With a mission to support higher education in forestry, the Society of American Foresters provides New York biology and forestry faculty with a national professional development award. Active SAF-member faculty in SAF-accredited degree programs with at least ten years’ experience can be nominated, receiving more than US $500 plus convention registration and travel support.
Society of American Foresters (SAF)
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Services Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving community quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for funding, including those serving New York communities. With a mission to strengthen underserved individuals and families, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides project, general operating, and capital support grants where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Council for the Advancement of Science Writing Support for Young Science Journalists
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Young science journalists producing non-technical biology or other science reporting, including those in New York, can apply for the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing’s Evert Clark/Seth Payne Award; awards US $1,000 plus conference travel for outstanding work. Applicants must be 30 or younger, with English-language pieces published July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025.
Council for the Advancement of Science Writing
Parasitology Research Funding from American Society
Applications due Jan 24, 2031
Researchers with internationally recognized basic science that advances parasitology, including work relevant to biology in New York and beyond, can be nominated for this lectureship. The American Society of Parasitologists covers up to US $1,000 in travel and accommodations, plus an honorarium and plaque, for a one-hour lecture at its annual meeting.
The American Society of Parasitologists