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Orange County Youth Bureau Grant Funding for Youth Programs (2026)

Orange County, NY is seeking proposals from nonprofits and municipalities to fund youth programs for ages 0-20 in 2026. - Government Buyer: - Orange County Youth Bureau, under the Orange County Department of General Services - Key contacts and offices include the Orange County Youth Bureau and Department of General Services in Goshen, NY - Funding Details: - Total projected funding available: approximately $95,000 - Maximum request per proposal: $55,000 (includes up to $50,000 for Youth Sports & Education, plus up to $5,000 in County Solutions funding) - Funding is distributed as reimbursements for allowable expenses - Eligible Applicants: - Nonprofit organizations (secular and faith-based), municipalities, and partnerships/consortia operating in Orange County - Programs and Services Requested: - Programs must serve youth ages 0-20 and align with the Touchstones framework's six Life Areas: Economic Security, Physical and Emotional Health, Education, Citizenship, Family, and Community - Specific grant categories include Youth Development, Youth Sports and Education (ages 6-17), Runaway & Homeless Shelter, and Orange County Solutions Grant - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include detailed fiscal documentation, certifications, proof of nonprofit status, and recent audits (for nonprofits) - Strict documentation and insurance requirements for awardees - Physical submission of proposals is required - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grant opportunity for program funding rather than procurement of goods or equipment.

Description

The Orange County Youth Bureau is requesting proposals from nonprofits and municipalities for funding to support programs for Orange County youth ages 0 through 20. These programs should provide services, opportunities, and supports designed to improve youth and community outcomes based on the Touchstones framework, which includes six Life Areas: Economic Security; Physical and Emotional Health; Education; Citizenship; Family; and Community. Funding availability for 2026 is approximately $95,000, with a maximum request of $55,000 per proposal. Eligible proposers include municipalities, not-for-profits, secular and faith-based organizations operating in Orange County, and partnerships or consortia thereof. Proposals must be submitted physically by June 18, 2026.

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