Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation grant process

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. » The Saratoga Casino Hotel Foundation is accepting grant applications for the 2022 grant cycle.

The foundation exists to support charitable and public benefit organizations whose mission is the betterment of quality of life, health and welfare of Saratoga County residents.

To qualify for a grant, organizations must be classified as a not-forprofit organization by the Internal Revenue Service and applicants must carry out services and activities that benefit the residents of Saratoga County. Activities that address problem gambling, support youth activities, senior citizens, recreation, arts and community are given priority.

“Since 2003 when VLTs were approved by the Board of Supervisors, the County has been proud to partner with Saratoga Casino Hotel and the Harness Horseperson’s Association in running this program,” said Matt Veitch, one of two Supervisors for the City of Saratoga Springs and the current chairman of the foundation board, in a press release. “It is great that we are able to help in a small way with organizations that provide educational programs; service to our seniors; family assistance; food pantries; assistance for those with disabilities; and help with domestic violence and alcohol abuse. We are proud to give back to our community in this way.”

This year, the foundation will be accepting grant applications by electronic means only. The deadline for submitting applications is Aug. 31. The application is available on the foundation website www.saratogacasinohotelfoundation.org and must be submitted via e-mail to TConnolly@ SaratogaCountyNY.gov. The foundation board will meet on Sept. 9 to decide on the grants and grant recipients will be notified by Sept. 15, 2022 as to the status of their application. Grant awards will be made on Sept. 18, 2022 at a reception at Saratoga Casino Hotel.