The mission of the Niagara Area Foundation (NAF) is to address the philanthropic void in Niagara County through charitable efforts. Established in 2000 by a collective of individuals from the private and nonprofit sectors, NAF aims to support and positively impact the community of Niagara County.
The grant program supports projects that align with Ralph C. Wilson, Jr.'s personal passions: Caregivers, Community Assets, Design and Access, and Youth Sports. Grants from the Legacy Funds, established at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, often back very localized projects in the Western New York (WNY) region. These awards can provide crucial support for smaller-scale initiatives or pilot programs that test new ideas. Specifically, the Design and Access grants aim to improve community access to spaces and programs promoting healthy living, including pre-planning, development, and/or construction costs for projects that enhance walkability, bikeability, and the usability of waterways, greenways, and recreational corridors.
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