New York State Nonprofit Unit

Fran Barrett, Interagency Coordinator for Nonprofit Organizations

Fran Barrett joined State Government in April 2012 as the first Interagency Coordinator for Nonprofit Organizations in the Governor’s office. Previously, Fran had a long career in the nonprofit sector, including her role as Director of Capacity Building at Atlantic Philanthropies, and as the Founder and Executive Director of Community Resource Exchange, a highly regarded nonprofit management assistance organization in New York City.

Fran has successfully engaged with, and is often praised by, hundreds of nonprofits. She was the recipient of the Brook Astor Award, and was given a lifetime achievement award by the Nonprofit Management Association. Fran has served on the boards of Community Service Society, Campaign for Human Development, Samaritan House, the New York Women’s Foundation, and the organization previously known as the Community Food Resource Center. She has taught at Baruch College at CUNY, and has l lectured at Executive Leadership Programs at Columbia Business School and Columbia Nonprofit Law clinic.

Fran’s life work is to help and support nonprofit leaders as they work to strengthen New York State’s communities.

Lillian Y. Padilla, Chief of Staff

Lillian joined State government in 2015 as an Executive Assistant, and managed multiple senior executive staff in the Executive Chamber. Shortly thereafter, she was recruited by the Nonprofit Unit as Special Assistant to work on research-based projects and traveled with the nonprofit team across NYS, visiting various nonprofit sites. Lillian stepped fully into her new role as Chief of Staff of the Nonprofit Unit in 2021. She manages research and resulting briefings. In addition, she is solely responsible for operational management, planning and staffing quarterly meetings of the Not-for-Profit Contracting Advisory Committee. Lillian has open and constant communication with relevant state agency heads and nonprofit leadership. She is working towards improving nonprofits’ ability to interact effectively with State government, and conversely making sure State executives are fully versed in the important role nonprofits play.

Lillian is a native New Yorker and a Queens resident. She has held leadership positions on PTA boards and on the School Leadership Team committee. She also leads, manages and supervises three ministries at her church. Lillian is inspired by her faith, community volunteer work, her love for animals, and values her time spent with her daughter and family.

Simon Ehlinger, AmeriCorps VISTA

Simon Ehlinger joined the Nonprofit Unit as the New York State Executive Chamber Nonprofit Unit Research and Network Systems VISTA through AmeriCorps.

He graduated from Brown University with a degree in Urban Studies. While attending college, Ehlinger worked with various organizations committed to bettering the lives of the urban residents of Providence, Rhode Island such as the Providence Housing Authority, Housing Opportunities for People Everywhere, and the Swearer Center for Public Service.

Through these and other work experiences, Ehlinger has learned and developed meaningful skills relating to data analysis and GIS mapmaking, which he enjoys meaningfully applying to his new position in the Nonprofit Unit, where he works on research and data analysis to map nonprofits and gaps in service across New York State.

The Not-for-Profit Contracting Advisory Committee (NFPCAC) was established by §179-aa of the New York State's Prompt Contracting Law, enacted in 1991 as Article XI-B of the State Finance Law. The goal of the Committee is to report to the Governor and the Legislature with recommendations on improving the contracting procedures with not-for-profit organizations, which receive state funds.

The Committee is composed of 16 board members: Eight (8) members are appointed by the Governor of whom four (4) represent nonprofit organizations providing services in the state; Two (2) upon recommendation of the President of the Senate; Two (2) upon recommendation of the Speaker of the Assembly, and Eight (8) members represent state agencies designated by the Governor. The Chair of the Committee is also a designated appointee of the Governor. Members of the Board serve at pleasure. The Committee meets four (4) times a year.

NFPCAC Meetings

2024 Calendar Year NFPCAC Meeting Schedule

Tuesday, September 17, 2024
1 - 2:30pm via Zoom
Meeting Agenda
General Information

Watch and register for the webinar at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uwEmGTzXSvqW1b7rAMAmmQ

In-person attendance is available at the following locations:

• 633 Third Avenue, 38th Floor, New York, NY 10017 and;
• State Capitol, Blue Room, 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12224.

To attend in person, please email the Nonprofit Unit at [email protected].

Tuesday, November 19, 2024
1 - 2:30pm via Zoom

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
1 - 2:30pm via Zoom

View past meeting agendas and minutes

NFPCAC Board Members

Executive
Wayne Ho, Chair (Chinese-American Planning Council)
Juanita Brooks (Council of Agency Executives - Rochester)
Stephen Papas (United Way of Rockland County)
Grace Bonilla (United Way of New York City)

Senate
Jan Fisher (Nonprofit Westchester)
Frederick Shack (Urban Pathways)

Assembly
Hon. Andrew D. Hevesi
Megan T. Allen (New York Council of Nonprofits)

Ex-officio Members
Hanna Rubin, Office of the Attorney General (OAG)
Melody Goetz, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC)
Edward Lenart, State Education Department (SED)
Eryn A. Keefe, Department of Health (DOH)
Rachel Gaul, Office of Mental Health (OMH)
Shannon L. Plasencia, Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
Marcos Ortiz, Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)
Michelle Heaslip, Division of the Budget (DOB)

7 State Contract Agencies

This is a list of the seven (7) contract agencies that deal with most of the New York State nonprofit contracts. To help better assist you, please provide the contract number(s) in question when reaching out to your respective state contract agency.

• New York State Council of the Arts (NYSCA)
  • Lenn Ditman
    Director of Grants Management and Information Technology
    (212) 459-8810
    [email protected]
    
• Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)
  • Dean Defruscio
    Deputy Commissioner, Policy and Planning
    (518) 485-7913
    [email protected]
    
• Department of Labor (DOL)
  • Julie Keating
    Workforce Programs Manager 2
    (518) 457-9530
    [email protected]
    
• Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)
  • Sue Mantica
    Director, Bureau of Contract Management
    (518) 473-8345
    [email protected]
    
• ​​Office of Mental Health (OMH)
  • Rachel Gaul
    Assistant Director, Contracts & Claims
    Community Budget & Financial Management
    (518) 473-1983
    [email protected]
    
• Department of Health (DOH)
  • Eryn Keefe
    Procurement Manager
    (518) 408-7765
    [email protected]
    
• Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA)
  • Marcos Ortiz
    Assistant Director, Not-for-Profit Unit
    Bureau of Contract Management
    (518) 402-3004
    [email protected]

Nonprofit Membership Organizations (list in formation)

If you know of any membership organizations that might like to be included on this list, please contact the Nonprofit Unit at [email protected].

• Asian-America Federation
• Black Agency Executives
• Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New York
• Chinese American Planning Council
• Council of Agency Executives
• Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies (COFCCA)
• Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies (FPWA)
• Feeding NYS - New York State
• Health and Welfare Council of Long Island
• Hispanic Federation
• Human Services Council (HSC)
• Lawyers Alliance for New York
• New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON)
• New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
• Nonprofit New York
• Staten Island Nonprofit Association
• UJA Federation
• United Neighborhood Houses (UNH)
• United Way of New York State
• Western NY Nonprofit Support Group (NSG)

Transition from Grants Gateway to Statewide Financial System

As of January 9, 2024, Grants Gateway was retired from service. All prequalification and grant making activities previously conducted in Grants Gateway has moved to the New York Statewide Financial System (SFS). To learn more about the transition, visit Grants Management.

Prequalify for State Funding

Nonprofit organizations must prequalify to do business with New York State agencies before they can compete for State grants. Prequalify today.

NYS Commission on National and Community Service

The NYS Commission on National and Community Service is home to the State's national service and volunteer programs, including: AmeriCorps, Public Health AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA.

Filing Financial Disclosure Reports

The Department of State (DOS) requires certain not-for-profit organizations to file Financial Disclosure Reports pursuant to Article 7-A of Executive Law. For more information on the filing requirements and how to file reports, please visit the Department of State’s website.

Here’s the latest information on DOS Financial Reporting Program requirements and more about what not-for-profits this program applies to.

Funding Opportunities from Department of Agriculture and Markets

The Department is seeking applications for the $10 million Food Access Expansion Grant Program. The program aims to help increase food access for New Yorkers living in areas without grocery stores and options for healthy, affordable food. The program will provide infrastructure funding to support the development and expansion of supermarkets, food cooperatives, permanent farm stands, and other retail food stores in underserved regions of the State while also increasing markets for New York farmers.

Funding will be awarded to eligible applicants for projects that increase the availability of food, whether through construction of a new retail store, the purchase of equipment to improve food and meals offered, or the creation of a mobile market and more. Eligible entities to receive this funding include nonprofit organizations, public benefit corporations, local or regional development corporations, tribal governments, and local and municipal government agencies. Eligible applicants may partner with for-profit retailers.

Review the RFA and all requirements for this funding opportunity on the Contract Reporter website. The deadline to apply for the grant is Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:00 pm. Late proposals will not be accepted.

A webinar with additional information on the Food Access Expansion Grant Program will take place on Thursday, September 26 at 12 p.m.. Registration is available online.

All questions about this funding opportunity must be submitted in writing to [email protected].

Funding Available through U.S. Small Business Administration for Non-Profits Affected by Flooding

• Federal assistance is available to New Yorkers in Lewis, Essex, Clinton, Franklin, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Oneida, Oswego, St. Lawrence, Warren and Washington counties who suffered damage from severe weather stemming from the remnants of Hurricane Beryl on July 10 and 11, 2024. As a result of the President's major disaster declaration, Private Non-Profit organizations that provide essential services of a governmental nature may file disaster loan applications online using the MySBA Loan Portal.
• Federal assistance is available to New Yorkers in Ontario, Orange, and contiguous counties who were impacted by last year’s early July flood event. Residents and businesses are now eligible to apply for U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest loans to aid in recovery from the July 9-10, 2023 severe weather event that resulted in significant damage to homes and businesses. Find out more information and determine eligibility here.

Emergency Repair Program for Homeowners in Nassau and Suffolk Counties

Under the New York Homes and Community Renewal program, homeowners may be eligible for grants of up to $50,000 to fund or reimburse qualifying health and safety related repairs to address damage caused by record rainfall on August 18-19, 2024. Homeowners are encouraged to complete this form to be notified when applications open.

Funding Available through Environmental Justice Community Impact Grants

Impact Grants available to help communities most vulnerable to the impacts of pollution and climate change address environmental concerns and legacy pollution. View a complete list of guidelines and find more information here.

Funding Available through New York Forward Loan Fund 2 Program

$150 million is available through the New York Forward Loan Fund 2 program for qualifying small businesses and nonprofits. Qualified recipients with fewer than 100 employees and less than $5 million in gross annual revenue can apply for loans up to $150,000 with affordable, fixed-rate interest rates. Learn more and apply now

Nonprofit contracting opportunities from the Department of Health

Find Health Research Incorporated funding opportunities.

Funding Opportunities from the Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS)

Find Request for Proposals, Invitation for Bids, Request for Information and other funding opportunities through OCFS.

Funding Opportunities from the Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)

Find Public Safety Grants through the Division of Criminal Justice Services

Funding Opportunities from the Department of Veterans' Services (DVS)

Find funding for capital improvements through the Veterans' Nonprofit Capital Program

Ford’s Good Neighbor Grant Opportunity

The Ford Foundation’s New York City Good Neighbor Committee seeks to strengthen the Ford Foundation’s ties and support for local organizations working on issues related to the foundation’s mission by providing unrestricted funding to a small group of organizations based and working locally in New York City, within the Arts & Cultures, Education, and Human Services field. Applications are available through September 30, 2024. Learn more and apply.

Military Families Eligible for Child Care Assistance

The military fee assistance will offset the cost of child care not covered by the parent fee as calculated by their total family income up to a maximum child care rate of $1,800 per month per child. New York State has been selected as the first state approved to qualify licensed/registered child care providers for participation in this federal military fee assistance program.

Spring Forward Internship Program

The City University of New York (CUNY) Spring Forward Internship Program gives employers the opportunity to hire talent for no cost.

State of New York Mortgage Agency (SONYMA)

Join the SONYMA team of nonprofit housing partners who help make homeownership a reality for New Yorkers.

Check back for more opportunities.