Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) is sending his November grants bulletin to residents, organizations and local governments about a series of grants available from the state, federal government and private entities. Each month, the Assembly provides an updated list of grants for a variety of categories.

“During a time of economic recovery, grants can play a vital role in helping our local communities complete needed infrastructure repairs or support under-funded projects,” said Palmesano. “Many people don’t realize the amount of available opportunities because they aren’t sure where to look. The ‘Grants Action News’ bulletin makes finding these grants much easier by consolidating the information and making it available to everyone. It is my hope that residents, organizations and local governments throughout the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes region will be able to use this resource to find much-needed support and lead to stronger communities in our rural region.”

The “Grants Action News” bulletin is updated at the beginning of each month with newly available grants and information on how to apply. Continuing his monthly updates, Palmesano will be providing regular updates on his Assembly website at: http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/Philip-A-Palmesano, as well as posts to his Facebook page; just like “Assemblyman Phil Palmesano” to stay up to date on new grants information.

Those interested may sign up for monthly direct mail or email updates on the latest grants available, and can find a more detailed list of the current and previously offered grants by going to: http://assembly.state.ny.us/gan/. A brief summary of this month’s “Grants Action News” is available below:

State Grants:

-The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced its Urban and Community Forestry (U&CF) program. The purpose of this program is to provide support and assistance to communities in the development and implementation of comprehensive tree planning, management, and education to create healthy urban and community forests that enhance the quality of life for urban residents. Eligible parties include: municipalities and not-for-profit organizations. Application deadline is December 5, 2013. Contact: Mary Kramarchyk, (518) 402-9425 or mckramar@gw.dec.state.ny.us, or visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/4957.html.

-The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is seeking applications for the New York State Clean Air School Bus Program to promote the use of energy efficient vehicles and reduce emissions. Eligible parties include: municipalities, school districts, private contractors, state agencies and departments, and state public authorities that own or operate public school buses. Application deadline is December 30, 2013 or until funding is exhausted. Contact: Adam Ruder, (866) 697-3732 or ar3@nyserda.ny.gov, or visit: www.nyserda.ny.gov/Funding-Opportunities/Current-Funding-Opportunities/PON-1896-New-York-State-Clean-Air-School-Bus-Program.aspx.

-The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is seeking proposals for development and demonstration activities that advance the energy performance of both new and existing buildings in the residential, multi-family or commercial sector. Contact NYSERDA for details regarding eligible parties. Application deadline is December 3, 2013. Contact: Roseanne Viscusi at rdv@nyserda.ny.gov.

Private Grants:

-The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is seeking applications through its Screen to Lead program to support drug-discovery programs specifically directed toward medicinal chemistry and/or drug target screening for hematological malignancies. Eligible parties include: investigators at academic laboratories who hold a Ph.D., M.D., D.V.M. or equivalent degree. Application deadline is December 15, 2013. Contact: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Information Resource Center at (914) 821-8301 or visit: http://www.lls.org/#/researchershealthcareprofessionals/academicgrants/screentolead/.

-The McKnight Endowment Fund for Neuroscience is offering its McKnight Scholar Award to promising young investigators in the early stages of an independent research career for scientific development on important problems in brain science. Eligible parties include: Those with an M.D. and/or Ph.D on track to tenure status with a U.S. based institution. Application deadline is January 6, 2014. Contact: Eileen Maler, (612) 333-4220 or neuro@mcknight.org, or visit: http://www.neuroscience.mcknight.org/newsroom/upcoming-deadlines/2013-mcknight-scholar-awards.

Scholar Grants:

-The Ellison Medical Foundation and the American Federation for Aging Research are offering the Julie Martin Mid-Career Award in Aging Research program to outstanding mid-career scientists who propose new directions of high importance to biological gerontology. Eligible parties include: Associate Professors or equivalent who were promoted to that position after December 1, 2010. Letter of Intent due by December 16, 2013. Contact: American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR), (212) 703-9977 or grants@afar.org, or visit: http://www.afar.org/research/funding/midcareer/.

Grant Writing Request Training:

-The Foundation Center is offering a series of classes on December 6, 2013 and December 10, 2013 to help assist grant seekers in the best methods of seeking support in a variety of topics and skills. To register, call: 212-620-4230 or visit: http://www.foundationcenter.org/, space is limited.