The mission of the A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation is focused on improving the quality of life within Delaware County and the immediately adjacent counties in rural upstate New York. Their efforts largely target supporting initiatives and projects within this geographical area to promote well-being and community development.
The grant program from the A. Lindsay & Olive B. O’Connor Foundation is specifically designed to enhance the quality of life in Delaware County and its contiguous regions. It prioritizes proposals that have a direct and positive impact on the community, with a special focus on supporting the youth. The Youth Committee of the foundation accepts proposals for projects seeking up to $1,000 in funding, provided these initiatives benefit the children and youth of Delaware County. This highlights the foundation's commitment to fostering the development and well-being of younger generations in their targeted geographic locations.