The Community Foundation of Elmira-Corning and the Finger Lakes aims to build community and inspire philanthropy by supporting creative, effective, and innovative programs across various sectors including human services, arts and culture, education and youth, health, environment, and civic affairs. They focus on projects that address community needs while ensuring sustainable impact, promoting diversity, and emphasizing the inclusion of underserved and economically diverse populations.
The Elmo M. Royce Youth Fund Grant program is dedicated to empowering non-profit organizations that deliver youth-centric activities and recreation programs within Schuyler County, New York. The grant prioritizes the funding of programs that engage young people in meaningful leisure and learning experiences. Additionally, it includes a special emphasis on "Camperships", a form of scholarship aimed at enabling financially underprivileged youth in Schuyler County to attend a variety of camps. These camps range widely from summer activities, to programs run by religious entities, 4-H, and those hosted on college campuses, showcasing a broad commitment to facilitating diverse and enriching experiences for the county's youth.