By Dawn Michelle LaGuerre
Mohawk Valley Voice
Eligible organizations in Herkimer County can apply for up to $15,000 through the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties’ current grant round.
The foundation’s posted application window runs through 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Monday, November 30, 2026. Projects must begin no earlier than January 2027 and include measurable results and a completion timeline.
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Who and what can qualify
The round is for organizations located in Herkimer County. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations, groups with a qualified fiscal sponsor, government and educational institutions, and faith-based groups seeking support for nonreligious work serving people without regard to religious affiliation.
The foundation gives preference to program proposals. Its criteria also allow new building equipment and repairs to existing buildings or equipment. Each organization may submit one request.
Check the exclusions before applying
Ineligible requests include aid or loans to individuals, specifically religious programming, organizational payroll and operating needs, capital campaigns and expenses for work already underway or completed.
Applications use the foundation’s grant portal. The foundation says it will send award notifications within 30 days and may share requests with its fundholders. Applying does not guarantee funding.
Applicants should use the current foundation criteria when preparing a request. Questions can go to Director of Community Engagement Olivia Paul at 315-731-3736 or opaul@foundationhoc.org.
Official grant listing checked November 5, 2026.
