Community foundation · EIN 16-1100837
Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc
Horseheads, NY
Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc is a community foundation based in Horseheads, NY. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $3.01M in grants paid across 513 grants, with $83.7M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Chemung County Performing Arts Inc DBA Clemens Center, Chemung County Child Care Council Inc and Friends of Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira Inc.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
The foundation will conduct a pre-grant inquiry to determine whether the potential grantee is reasonably likely to use the grant for the specified charitable purposes. this may include a request for the potential grantee to provide a written proposal and budget for the project. the foundation and grantee must sign a written grant agreement with specific terms required by law. the grantee must report to the foundation, in writing, not less than once a year during the term of the grant, explaining how it used the funds and describing its compliance with the grant terms and its progress toward the grant purposes. the community foundation may request more frequent reporting on the grant as needed.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To help realize the potential in our community by matching the generosity of our donors with the community's greatest needs. our grants and scholarships support the people of chemung, schuyler, steuben and yates counties in the southern tier of new york state.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemung County Performing Arts Inc DBA Clemens Center | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support, Conference, and Stage Curtains | $232,700 |
| Chemung County Child Care Council Inc | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support | $125,660 |
| Friends of Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira Inc | Elmira, NY | Roof Replacement and Masonry | $118,000 |
| Pro Action of Steuben and Yates Inc | Bath, NY | General Operating Support and Wheels to Work | $88,810 |
| The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes | Corning, NY | General Operating Support | $77,970 |
| Economic Opportunity Program Inc | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support | $70,640 |
| Southeast Steuben County Library | Corning, NY | General Operating Support and Performance | $65,450 |
| Horseheads Family Resource Center | Horseheads, NY | General Operating and Program Support | $62,000 |
| Family Services of Chemung County Inc | Elmira, NY | The Child Advocacy Center Expansion Project | $60,672 |
| Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support and Canopy Walkway | $55,270 |
| Southeastern Steuben County Habitat for Humanity | Corning, NY | General Operating Support Supplies and Building Materials | $47,000 |
| Catholic Charities Steubenlivingston | Bath, NY | Samaritan Center, Elmira Community Kitchen, and General Operating Support | $45,500 |
| New York Foundation | New York City, NY | Census Equity Initiative | $38,554 |
| The Regional Science & Discovery Center Inc | Corning, NY | General Operating and Program Support | $38,350 |
| Corning Painted Post School District | Painted Post, NY | Student Programs | $35,943 |
| Chemung County Humane Society and Spca Inc | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support and Classroom Grants | $32,700 |
| Corning-Elmira Musical Arts Inc | Corning, NY | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Brand Park | Elmira, NY | Brand Park Patio and Dance Flood | $28,400 |
| The Rockwell Museum | Corning, NY | Arts Programs | $28,400 |
| Family Service Society Inc | Corning, NY | Youth Programs and General Operating Support | $27,700 |
| Food Bank of the Southern Tier | Elmira, NY | General Operating Support | $27,550 |
| 171 Cedar Arts Center | Corning, NY | General Operating and Program Support | $27,375 |
| Steuben Churchpeople Against Poverty Inc DBA Arbor Housing and Development | Corning, NY | Home Maintenance and Repairs | $25,000 |
| Casa of the Southern Tier Inc | Painted Post, NY | General Operating and Program Support | $21,610 |
| Arnot Art Museum | Elmira, NY | General Operating and Program Support | $20,500 |
The 25 largest of 513 grants listed on the return. 429 grants to individuals ($652K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $3,006,352 in grants paid (513 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes Inc funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Chemung County Performing Arts Inc DBA Clemens Center (NY), $233K, Chemung County Child Care Council Inc (NY), $126K, Friends of Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira Inc (NY), $118K, Pro Action of Steuben and Yates Inc (NY), $88.8K and The Arts Council of the Southern Finger Lakes (NY), $78K.