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.

Fillmore Powerhouse Program Director Matthew Brooks holds fresh vegetables from the Youth Community

ACAF Grants Help Opportunities Grow at Fillmore Powerhouse

By Alyssa Bump • September 28, 2026
The Fillmore Youth Powerhouse provides free meals, recreation, tutoring, and hands-on activities for local youth with ACAF grant support.

News and Events

Chloe Kottwitz in Uptown Neon shop, located in Richmond, Virginia.

ACAF Scholarship Alumna Chloe Kottwitz Keeps the Art of Neon Alive

By Alyssa Bump • October 7, 2026
Bolivar, NY native and Uptown Neon owner Chloe Kottwitz reflects on local scholarships, finding her craft, and bringing new opportunities home to Allegany County.
Fillmore Powerhouse Program Director Matthew Brooks holds fresh vegetables from the Youth Community

ACAF Grants Help Opportunities Grow at Fillmore Powerhouse

By Alyssa Bump • September 28, 2026
The Fillmore Youth Powerhouse provides free meals, recreation, tutoring, and hands-on activities for local youth with ACAF grant support.
Hannah Bennett, Ardent Solutions’ First Step Family Resource Center Specialist, placing Dolly Parton

ACAF Leverage Funds Support Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Allegany County

By Alyssa Bump • September 23, 2026
First Leverage Fund Award provides local match to expand early literacy opportunities for children across Allegany County.
Josiah Howard.

Houghton University’s Josiah Howard Joins ACAF as Data Intern for Fall 2026

By Alyssa Bump • September 21, 2026
Senior data science and mathematics major will use local data to help ACAF better understand community needs.