Strengthening Every Angle
Nonprofit community-based organizations have had to navigate enormous challenges over the past six years—everything from a devastating pandemic to drastic federal funding cuts. Nonprofits play a vital role in the health of our community, but the tumultuous political and socioeconomic environment has led to instability and strain for many organizations that provide essential care.
To help address these needs, the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York is issuing a Request for Applications for a new program: the Strengthening Every Angle (SEA) Change Fund. The program is designed to help organizations strengthen every angle of their operations by providing funds for general operating support as well as resources to build capacity in data and storytelling.
The program is designed to support organizations as a whole, not specific programs, with general operating grants and capacity building support.
The Health Foundation will choose 16 organizations—8 from western New York and 8 from central New York—for SEA Change funding. Each grantee will receive $100,000 in general operating support. Additionally, we’ll provide individualized coaching and skill building in data and storytelling.
How to Apply
The application portal is now open. Applications must be completed and submitted online at:
If you do not have an existing Fluxx account, you will be prompted to create one with a few easy steps.
The deadline for proposals is Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
Please read the full Request for Applications, linked below, to understand timeline, requirements and expectations.
View a PDF version of the application here.
FAQ: Read our FAQ document here to learn more about the process.
Who Can Apply?
This funding opportunity is limited to direct service providers that provide health and social services to one or more of the following groups:
- Pregnant people
- Children up to age five
- Older adults
- Informal caregivers supporting older adults
To be considered for funding, your organization must also:
- Be located in and operate within one or more of the 16 counties we serve
- Have 501(c)3 status
Due to the limited amount of funding available, we will not fund current Health Foundation grantees that have active grants with awards in excess of $50,000. We are exploring future capacity building opportunities for current grantees.
Better Data, Stronger Narratives
Sustainability depends on good data and the ability to shape and control your narrative. Through SEA Change, your nonprofit organization can learn how to use your data to better understand what you’re doing well and what you need to improve in.
Being strategic and efficient while using mission-centric storytelling is crucial in the nonprofit world, where resources are limited but the needs are great. You’ll also learn how to use data-informed insights to create clear narratives that advance your mission.
Questions? Email RFP@hfwcny.org.
