New York State Contract Reporter #OCM-2026-03

FY 26 Community Grants Reinvestment Fund – Grants for Youth-Focused Community Programs in New York State

This opportunity invites 501(c)(3) community-based organizations in New York State to apply for the FY 26 Community Grants Reinvestment Fund, aimed at supporting youth aged 0-24 in communities disproportionately impacted by past drug policies. - Government Buyer: - New York State Office of Cannabis Management, Division of Administration - Eligible Applicants: - 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations serving youth (ages 0-24) in New York State - Organizations must be prequalified in the Statewide Financial System - Program Focus Areas: - Mental Health - Harm Reduction - Substance Use Disorder - Housing - Workforce Development - Funding Details: - Grants range from $50,000 to $200,000 per award, based on organizational expenditure tier - Total available funding is between $5 million and $15 million - Applicants must submit detailed budgets for personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, contractual services, and other costs - Notable Requirements: - Strong emphasis on restorative justice and community resilience - 30% MWBE (Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise) participation goal (15% MBE, 15% WBE) - EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) requirements - Services must be youth-oriented and address one or more of the five focus areas - Period of Performance: - Tentative contract term is two years - Expenses outside the contract term are ineligible for reimbursement - Places of Performance and Administration: - Statewide across New York - Administered from 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 9, Albany, NY 12226 - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant for community program services rather than a procurement of goods.

Description

The FY 26 Community Grants Reinvestment Fund is a grant opportunity issued by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management, Division of Administration. It aims to reinvest in communities disproportionately affected by past federal and state drug policies by awarding grants to 501(c)(3) community-based organizations serving youth aged 0-24. The funding focuses on five program areas: Mental Health, Harm Reduction, Substance Use Disorder, Housing, and Workforce Development. Applicants must apply for awards between $50,000 and $200,000 based on their organizational expenditure tier, with a project term tentatively from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2028. The application deadline is May 13, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

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