The Cortland Community Foundation is dedicated to addressing the unique needs of the Cortland area organizations and their beneficiaries. It aims to support capital improvements and provide a wide variety of equipment, materials, and supplies to local entities, functioning as the only public foundation exclusively serving the Cortland community.
The Cortland Community Foundation's grant program focuses on making strategic investments within the Cortland community. It encourages all eligible nonprofits within Cortland County, regardless of their size or age, to apply, showcasing their projects that can make significant impacts on local needs. The grants are typically awarded quarterly and are designed to fund capital projects, equipment, materials, and supplies, including support for start-up charitable initiatives incurring one-time costs. The foundation assesses applications based on the potential community impact and the organization's capability to meet those needs effectively.