Grant Recipients

The Allegany County Area Foundation is proud to support organizations that are making a meaningful difference across Allegany County, New York.


Through grantmaking, ACAF invests in programs and initiatives that strengthen communities, expand opportunities, and enhance quality of life for residents throughout the region.


The organizations and projects featured to the right reflect the power of local generosity in action — each one contributing to a stronger, more vibrant future for our communities.

Yellow house in Allegany County, NY during the winter.

ACAF February Grants Support Students, Library Programs, and Leadership Allegany

By Bruce Campbell • March 9, 2026
Eight local organizations receive funding for educational programs, youth initiatives, and community enrichment.

News and Events

Yellow house in Allegany County, NY during the winter.

ACAF February Grants Support Students, Library Programs, and Leadership Allegany

By Bruce Campbell • March 9, 2026
Eight local organizations receive funding for educational programs, youth initiatives, and community enrichment.
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Battling Mind Striders Establishes Overcoming Challenges Scholarship

By Alyssa Bump • March 4, 2026
New scholarship will support local students who demonstrate resilience and perseverance
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ACAF partners with Undue to abolish over $1.4 million in medical debt for Allegany County families

By Alyssa Bump • January 16, 2026
Historic partnership makes ACAF the first community foundation in WNY to erase medical debt with Undue.
Alyssa Bump

Alyssa Bump Joins Allegany County Area Foundation Staff

By Bruce Campbell • January 14, 2026
Cuba-Rushford and SUNY Fredonia alumna will serve as ACAF's Communications Fellow.