The Grigg Lewis Foundation, Inc. is a private non-operating foundation dedicated to serving as a persistent resource for the residents of Eastern Niagara County and Western New York. It aims to honor the founder’s wishes and ensure the foundation's continuity by carefully and objectively reviewing each request, thereby contributing to the area’s welfare for many years.
The Grigg Lewis Foundation Grants program focuses on a wide range of philanthropic efforts, supporting arts and cultural programs, senior programs, preservation and restoration of local history, human services, non-clinical health and wellness programs, youth programs, community improvement and development, and educational programs. Grants of $100,000.00 or more are considered only during the July Cycle at the third quarter board meeting, while requests for smaller amounts are reviewed quarterly. All requests of $50,000.00 or more may require a site visit by the Foundation’s staff and board members, underlining the foundation's commitment to thorough oversight and support of projects that enrich the community.
Preference is given to multi-year funding proposals, as well as challenge or matching grant opportunities.