Foundations that fund organizations in Newfane, New York
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Newfane nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $42K to Newfane organizations in their latest filings; 4 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Newfane around $4,250. 4 of these funders are based in New York; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 4
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Newfane
- $42K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $4,250
- Based in NY
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Newfane organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grigg-Lewis Foundation Inc | Lockport, NY | 2 | $32K | $16K | Yes | Youth; History & preservation |
| The John R Oishei Foundation | Buffalo, NY | 2 | $8,500 | $4,250 | Yes | Basic human needs 2024-2025 |
| Buffalo Bills Foundation Inc | Orchard Park, NY | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Coach of the week |
| Equitable Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $250 | $250 | Yes | General contribution |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Newfane, New York?
Grigg-Lewis Foundation Inc, The John R Oishei Foundation, Buffalo Bills Foundation Inc, Equitable Foundation Inc reported grants to Newfane organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Newfane. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.