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Point of Pride's HRT Access Fund provides direct financial assistance to transgender individuals who cannot afford gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy. Recipients receive 18 months of HRT-related care including telemedical visits, lab work, medical letters, and prescription cost coverage through partner providers.

The Saranac Lake Public School Education Fund at Adirondack Community Foundation supports individuals and programs that enhance education for students attending Saranac Lake public schools, including symposia, professional development, arts, debates, speakers, and research. The fund aims to nurture open minds, acceptance of differences, and exploration of controversy in a spirit of serious, respectful inquiry.

The Adirondack Community Foundation's Special and Urgent Needs Fund provides responsive grants to assist Adirondack communities and nonprofits during times of crisis and unexpected funding gaps. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round with decisions typically made within two to three weeks.

The Adirondack Community Foundation makes grants available to NYS licensed child care centers and in-home family care providers to support high-quality child care standards in the region. Grants typically range from $100–$500 and advance the goals of the Adirondack Birth to Three Alliance.

Adirondack Community Foundation offers one-time grants of up to $1,500 to food pantries for infrastructure and long-term improvements. Funds can be used for equipment or technology upgrades, volunteer training, or signage improvements to support fresh food options and volunteer support.

This fund supports programs and projects that advance recycling efforts across Otsego County, with special consideration for innovative solutions or projects addressing difficult-to-recycle items. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations and groups fiscally sponsored by 501(c)(3) nonprofits, with a maximum grant award of $3,500.

This fund supports medical equipment and care for children under 18 in Otsego County with ear, nose, and throat issues. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit health organizations and school districts with health programs, with awards up to $500.

GOLEF provides grants up to $2,000 for Harris Memorial Library maintenance, repairs, and operating expenses, as well as enhancement and development of educational and cultural resources in the Town of Otego. The Community Foundation has allocated up to $13,000 for awards in 2026, with rolling applications accepted until funds are fully committed.

The Northern New York Community Foundation's Grants for Good program provides funding to local nonprofit organizations located in and serving Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties to support projects that directly impact their mission and community quality of life. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with four review cycles per year, with deadlines in February, April, July, and October.

The Next Step Education Program provides financial support to individuals in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties pursuing postsecondary education and career training, including undergraduate degrees, technical credentials, professional certifications, and industry-recognized licenses. Awards up to $2,000 can be used for tuition, books, and course-related expenses, and applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Point of Pride's Annual Transgender Surgery Fund provides direct financial assistance to transgender individuals who cannot afford gender-affirming surgery. The program is a scholarship-like grant that covers surgical costs for eligible procedures performed in the United States. Applications open November 1 and close November 30 each year.