The mission of The Staten Island Foundation is to improve the quality of life on Staten Island, particularly for the least advantaged. Strategies to accomplish the mission include financial support; providing leadership for the community; collaboration with grantees, funders, and other entities; and building the capacity of local organizations to better fulfill their missions.

Recent News

October 25, 2022 Board Meeting Results

At the October 25, 2022 Board Meeting, the Directors of The Staten Island Foundation approved grants to organizations seeking the following results: Community Services Increase in residents living in poverty to receive basic services and [...]

June 21, 2022 Board Meeting Results

At the June 21, 2022 Board Meeting, the Directors of The Staten Island Foundation approved grants to organizations seeking the following results: Community Services Increase in residents, particularly youth, that demonstrate leadership in the community [...]

The Staten Island Foundation directs its support in four Focus Areas. To find out about our priorities in these areas, see:

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