BUFFALO, N.Y. — Governor Kathy Hochul announced that over $40 million will be awarded to nonprofit organizations in New York that help veterans and their families.
The capital grants will go towards 136 nonprofits through the state's Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program and the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program.
"This round of funding will help organizations across our state continue to deliver critical services to the New Yorkers who need them – including veterans and families,” Governor Hochul said. “From transformative renovations to service facilities to basic upgrades that keep them running, these awards will help to bolster our nonprofit sector, strengthen communities, and ensure that New York families can stay connected to vital services.”
$1.3 million will also be given in the form of awards to 18 veteran services organizations as well through the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP).
Western New York nonprofits included in this funding are:
- Chautauqua Children's Safety Education Village
- Directions in Independent Living Inc.
- Southern Tier Health Care System Inc.
- Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care
- Lutheran Housing Realty Inc.
- Access of WNY Inc.
- Aspire of WNY Inc.
- Assembly House 150
- Buffalo federation of Neighborhood Centers Inc.
- Compeer West Inc.
- Goodwill Industries of WNY
- People Inc.
- Veterans One-Stop Center of WNY Inc.
- Young Men's Christian Association of Buffalo Niagara
- YWCA of WNY
- Community Missions of Niagara Frontier Inc.
- Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club
According to a press release from the Governors' office "VNCP grants reimburse veterans organizations for capital improvement projects ranging from $25,000 to $75,000. The program supports architecture, design, engineering, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation or expansion of an eligible facility, and purchase of eligible furnishings or equipment. Projects supported by this program include new roofs, ADA-compliant upgrades and kitchen and common area renovations among other welcomed improvements."
Dormitory Authority of the State of New York President and CEO Robert J. Rodriguez said, “DASNY plays a critical role in assisting non-profit organizations with their capital investments as they deliver essential services to communities and individuals across New York State. By providing financial support, we empower organizations to improve infrastructure, enhance services, and create sustainable growth. Our commitment ensures that vital resources reach those who need them most, fostering stronger and inclusive communities.”
New York State Department of Veterans’ Services Commissioner Viviana DeCohen said, “Nonprofit service organizations throughout New York State offer life-changing resources for Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families every day. We know that these organizations faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic from which they are still rebuilding. It is our great honor to provide this capital improvement funding to them, helping these nonprofit organizations that serve our state’s heroes in so many ways.”
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