BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Broome County is now accepting applications for the 8th round of its Small Community Fund grant program, which has $650,000 this year for community improvement projects, the county announced.
“The Small Community Fund is helping local governments and organizations make investments they couldn’t otherwise,” Broome County Executive Jason Garnar said in the announcement. “Enhancements to public safety, infrastructure upgrades, and improving recreation have all been made possible with this fund. I appreciate the commitment of the Broome County Legislature to this program, which has had impacts on every corner of the county.”
The fund, which awarded grants to 32 projects last year, is available to municipalities, nonprofits, and local economic-development entities that are working on projects that complement the county’s comprehensive plan.
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“The Small Community Fund has provided significant support for our local municipalities and nonprofit organizations,” Legislature Chairman/Fifth District Legislator Dan J. Reynolds said. “The strategic investments we’ve made through these grants have enhanced public safety, recreation, and economic development.”
Since its inception in 2018, the fund has supported more than 150 projects around the county. Most grants range from $5,000 to $75,000, with the average grant totaling around $25,000. Notable past projects include a new space for GiGi’s Playhouse at Oakdale Commons, food-pantry expansions, equipment for playgrounds, trail enhancements at Wolfe Park, and an expansion project at Mercy House.
The fund is open to all applicants that meet the criteria, but its focus is helping smaller communities with projects that may not be eligible for other funding sources.
Information about the fund, its guidelines, and how to apply is available online at gobroomecounty.com/planning/communitygrants.
Applications are due by April 9 at 4 p.m.
