Youth Bureau 2026 County Funding Announcement

The Lewis County Youth Bureau announces availability of $15,000 in County funds for youth programs/services supporting positive youth development within Lewis County. Funding is open to all sectors of the community serving or working with youth.

Suggested ideas for funding use:

• School/Community group activities related to youth
• Social/Emotional Development programs
• Team building activities
• Prevention awareness
• Scholarships for camps/classes

Funds must be used within the 2026 year time period

Applicants awarded will need to send in a planned spending budget with costs. This funding is not based on reimbursement and can be upfronted before purchases are made.

Funds cannot be used to support salaries or food purchases

Applications are due electronically to Caitlin.Lawler@dfa.state.ny.us by end of day on February 20^th, 2026.

Please see the attached file for the application to apply