The Essex Community Fund (ECF)

The Essex Community Fund (ECF) at the Adirondack Foundation provides grants to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, church programs, and local government activities that benefit Essex residents. ECF provides grants to support community services, beautification, historic preservation, culture, the arts, education, and programs for youth and seniors. The Fund typically prioritizes capacity-building grants or small one-time capital projects, and it is particularly interested in funding community improvement initiatives. The fund is interested in Essex-based nonprofit organizations that provide community services, beautification, historic preservation, culture and the arts, education, recreation, and youth and senior programs.