Older Adult Technical Assistance Center (OATAC)
🏛 New York State Office of Mental Health
✓ Free, no account · Source: New York SFS Grant Opportunity Portal · Last verified Oct 16, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for New York-based nonprofits supporting older adults' mental health and wellbeing. Only not-for-profit organizations can apply. The focus is on providing technical assistance and services related to mental health support for seniors. Geographic scope is limited to New York State.
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Program description
Older Adult Technical Assistance Center (OATAC) is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Office of Mental Health. Total program funding is approximately $1,000,000. Eligible applicants: Not-For-Profit. Focus area: Government Supports, Health Services. Project period: 60 Month(s). Applications are due 2026-12-01. Posted through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Grant application form (via NY State Grant Opportunity Portal)
- Organization not-for-profit documentation
- Project narrative and service plan
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity documentation
Program contact
- 👤 Amanda Szczepkowski
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for OATAC?
Only registered not-for-profit organizations based in New York State can apply. The organization must focus on mental health services for older adults.
When is the deadline?
Applications are due October 29, 2026. Check the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal for any deadline updates.
What types of activities does this grant support?
The grant funds technical assistance and mental health services for older adults. Examples include counseling, peer support, and wellness programs.
How much funding is available?
The total program funding is approximately $1,000,000. Specific award amounts per project are not specified.
Does the state require matching funds?
No cost-sharing or match requirement exists for this grant.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Start early: A 60-month project period requires thorough planning and detailed budget justification. Begin preparation well before the October 2026 deadline.
- Demonstrate impact: Show how your organization has successfully served older adults. Include measurable outcomes and evidence of service quality.
- Align with state priorities: Connect your proposal clearly to New York's mental health and aging service goals. Use the state's language in your narrative.
- Build partnerships: Consider collaborating with health providers, senior centers, or other nonprofits. Partnerships strengthen competitiveness.
- Budget realistically: For a 60-month grant, create detailed annual budgets. Show how you'll sustain services over the full period.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Unclear connection to older adult mental health needs. Failing to address how technical assistance improves service delivery. Underestimating staffing costs for a multi-year grant period.
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