CoRe 2026
🏛 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
✓ Free, no account · Source: New York SFS Grant Opportunity Portal · Last verified Sep 2, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for governmental entities, not-for-profit organizations, and tribal organizations in New York State seeking environmental funding.
Applicants must be based in or working in New York State. The program supports environmental initiatives over a five-year project period.
Eligible activities focus on environmental supports and conservation work. Contact the NY Department of Environmental Conservation for specific project requirements.
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Program description
CoRe 2026 is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Total program funding is approximately $20,000,000. Eligible applicants: Governmental Entity, Not-For-Profit, Tribal Organization. Focus area: Environmental Supports. Project period: 60 Month(s). Applications are due 2026-11-04. Posted through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Project narrative and workplan
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational documentation (bylaws, 501(c)(3) proof)
- Environmental project details
- Staff qualifications and resumes
- Letters of support from partners (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Vicky Wagenbaugh
FAQ
Who can apply to CoRe 2026?
Government agencies, nonprofits, and tribal organizations in New York State are eligible. Contact DEC to confirm your organization's eligibility status.
What is the project timeline?
Funded projects run for 60 months (5 years). Planning should account for this extended implementation period.
What types of environmental work qualify?
The grant supports environmental initiatives broadly. Specific eligible activities are defined in the full program guidelines posted on the NY Grant Opportunity Portal.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due November 4, 2026. Check the Statewide Financial System (SFS) for any updates closer to the deadline.
How much funding is available?
Total program funding is approximately $20 million. Individual award amounts are not specified in the posted opportunity.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start by reviewing the full guidelines on the NY Grant Opportunity Portal and Statewide Financial System (SFS). Details on eligible activities and application requirements are posted there.
- Build relationships with the NY Department of Environmental Conservation now. Early contact clarifies what projects they're prioritizing this cycle.
- A 60-month project requires detailed workplans, staffing plans, and sustainability strategies. Begin drafting these well before the November 2026 deadline.
- Since no cost-sharing is required, focus your budget on program activities rather than finding matching funds. Justify every expense clearly.
- Partner with other environmental organizations if it strengthens your proposal. Collaborative projects often score higher in state-level competitions.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Weak workplans with vague environmental outcomes. Applications fail when timelines and measurable goals aren't specific.
Overlooking New York State's environmental priorities in your proposal narrative. Read recent DEC reports to align your project with state policy.
Submitting through incorrect portal or missing SFS registration requirements. Double-check the Statewide Financial System submission instructions early.
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