New York Community Trust: STEM Grants
New York Community Trust grants supporting STEM education and youth development programs across the New York City metropolitan area.
About This Grant
The New York Community Trust is one of the oldest and largest community foundations in the United States, with assets of over $3 billion dedicated to improving life in the New York City metropolitan area. The trust funds education, youth development, STEM access, and equity-focused programs serving students across New York City and the surrounding region.
STEM grants from the Trust typically support programs that increase access to high-quality science, technology, and mathematics education for underserved students. Awards range from $25,000 to $250,000. Unlike corporate foundation grants, community trust funding is specifically anchored to community benefit in the NYC metro area.
View NY Community Trust GrantsEligibility
- Nonprofit organizations serving the NYC metropolitan area
- Programs focused on STEM education access and equity
- Schools and organizations serving underserved communities in NYC and surroundings
- Programs with demonstrated outcomes in student learning
Allowable Uses
- STEM curriculum and classroom materials
- Technology tools for science and coding education
- Program operations and staffing
- Teacher professional development
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — Accessible physical computing for underserved NYC students. Per-student pricing is manageable within Trust grant budgets, making classroom sets feasible.
- Coding for Good Kit — Project-based coding curriculum with equity and social good connections. Aligns to the Trust's focus on improving outcomes for underserved young people.
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy for students who may not otherwise access technology-forward curriculum. Supports the Trust's interest in equity and technology access.
Keep in Mind
The New York Community Trust funds programs in New York City and the surrounding metropolitan area. Programs outside this region are not eligible.
The Trust prioritizes programs serving students from low-income backgrounds and underrepresented groups. Make equity a clear theme in your application.
The Trust tends to fund organizations with a track record of community impact. First-time applicants should consider building a relationship before submitting a large proposal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for NY Community Trust STEM grants?
Nonprofit organizations serving the New York City metropolitan area with STEM education programs focused on underserved communities.
How much can organizations receive?
Awards range from $25,000 to $250,000.
Can funds be used for classroom technology and kits?
Yes. STEM curriculum, technology tools, and classroom materials are allowable when they support the program's learning and equity goals.
How do I apply?
Check nycommunitytrust.org for current grant cycles, guidelines, and the online application portal.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide program design support, curriculum alignment documents, and pricing letters for NY Community Trust applications.
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Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — NY CS & Digital Fluency Standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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