KINGSTON, N.Y. >> Applications are now being accepted for Office of Children and Family Services reimbursement grant funding for the 2025—2026 program year.

The funding is available to support local organizations that provide services and opportunities for young people throughout Ulster County.

Applications are due by Sept. 30 and cover the program period from Oct. 1, 2025, through Sept. 30, 2026.

Eligible applicants must be either a county municipality or a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-based organization operating in Ulster County, with a federal identification number and charity registration number.

Applicants must also be able to meet the County’s insurance requirements.

Funding opportunities are available in three categories: Youth sports education, youth team sports and youth development.

Eligible youth programs are encouraged to apply to help expand the support available to youth in our community.

For information and applications, visit https://ulstercountyny.gov/youth-bureau/reports-forms.

The Ulster County Youth Bureau team is available to assist new applicants or answer any questions. Staff are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for in-person, phone, or email support.

Contact Ulster County Youth Bureau Director Sugely Melenciano-Weed at (845) 334-3147, or by emailing smel@co.ulster.ny.us.