NYF Small Project Fund
Deadline Extended until September 26th
The Lindenhurst community has been awarded funds through the New York State NY Forward (NYF) program to fund catalytic projects in the downtown to spur revitalization. As part of the overall NY-Forward Project, the State awarded $300,000 towards a Small Project Fund. Applicants with smaller projects (total project cost less than $100,000) can apply for funding under this program to complete these projects.
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Administrators are available to answer questions and assist with applications.
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Los administradores estan disponibles para responder preguntas y ayudar con las solicitudes. Citas disponibles para asistencia con la solicitud de subvenciones. Envíenos un correo electrónico a projects@visionli.org.
Email: Projects@visionli.org
Call: 631.261.0242
Evaluation Criteria
The following are the State criteria by which each proposed project will be evaluated. The Local Planning Committee will use these criteria as a guide to build on when developing local evaluation
criteria.
1. Alignment with State and Local Goals
NYF State Goals
• Create an active downtown with a strong sense of place.
• Attract new businesses that create a robust mix of shopping, entertainment & service options for residents and visitors, and that provide job opportunities for a variety of skills and salaries.
• Enhance public spaces for arts and cultural events that serve the existing members of the community but also attract visitors from around the region.
• Build a diverse population, with residents and workers supported by complementary diverse housing
and employment opportunities.
• Grow the local property tax base.
• Provide amenities that support and enhance downtown living and quality of life.
• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support investments that are more resilient to future climate change impacts.
2. Catalytic Effect
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The project is likely to have a significant positive impact on the revitalization of the downtown by attracting other public and private investment at a scale appropriate for the NYF community.
3. Project Readiness
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The project should be well-developed and poised to proceed in the near-term in a way that will jump start the redevelopment of the NYF area.
4. Eligible Project Type
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The project must be one of the eligible project types outlined in the Eligible section.
5. Cost Effectiveness
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Investment of NYF funds in the project would represent an effective and efficient use of public resources.
6. Co-Benefits
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The project will result in secondary benefits to both the community and project developer, beyond the primary goal of the project, which will generate additional economic activity, grow the local property tax base, improve quality of life in the neighborhood, and/or result in improved buildings likely to create healthier, more comfortable and productive environments in which to live and work.
It is expected that NYF funds will be used for capital projects that will transform the physical environment of the downtown in ways that will benefit current residents and future generations. However, certain non- capital projects or projects that may lead to capital investment will also be considered to the extent that they will contribute to the revitalization of the downtown. The following is a description of eligible and ineligible project types.
Eligible
Building Renovations
These may include projects such interior/exterior renovations for commercial or mixed-use spaces, façade/storefront improvements, permanently affixed signage and awnings, commercial interior fit-out, HVAC, MEP, energy system upgrades, and other permanent building improvements.
Upper Story
Residential Improvements
Permanent Commercial Machinery/Equipment
Must be integral to the business, not a replacement unless enabling new products/services. Acquisition cost must be$2,000+ per unit and have a useful life over one year.
Soft Costs
Architectural, engineering, and environmental services
Public Art
Must be permanent artwork
Ineligible
General ineligible uses
Acquisition costs, buildings owned by religious or private membership organizations, furnishings, electronics, tools, disposable supplies, temporary fixtures or artwork
Site Work
Septic systems/laterals, grading, parking lots, sidewalks, patios, decks, garages, sheds, landscaping, fences, freestanding signs, or general maintenance/repairs.
Business Activity
Inventory, rent or lease expenses, working capital, other undefined operating expenses
Labor
Labor by applicant, family or staff. In-kind labor and reimbursement for materials only
Project Requirements
• Project Location. Projects must be located within the Lindenhurst boundary. If your project is located outside the NYF boundary, please provide a brief description of how the project relates to the downtown and supports the stated goals of the NYF. Minor boundary modifications may be considered by the LPC.
• Project Funding. Projects should have financing commitments largely secured or be able to demonstrate a clear path to securing sufficient financing. Projects that use other funding sources will be more competitive for funding awards. All projects may be subject to varying match requirements based on the Local Planning Committee’s discretion.
• Project Sponsors. Every project must have an identified project sponsor. Sponsors may be not-for-profit, or private entities with the capacity and legal authority to undertake the proposed project.
The following are the requirements for projects to be considered for NYF Funding:
How to Submit Your Project
1. Review the Eligibility Criteria
2. Review the Project Requirements
3. Review the Evaluation Criteria
4. Fill out the Project Proposal Submission Form
5 Submit your Completed Application (and any supplemental materials) either electronically, in-person, or by mail no later than September 26, 2025.
Questions regarding project eligibility, evaluation, or the project forms can be directed to projects@visionli.org
To submit via email: Email your completed
application and any supplemental materials to projects@visionli.org
To submit via mail:
Vision Long Island
24 Woodbine Ave., Ste 2
Northport, NY 11768
(Do not mail original documents)
To submit via fax:
Fax your completed
application and any
supplemental materials to 631.606.1506