Accredited schools, school districts, colleges and universities. Government agencies including state, county city, town, village, or any other political subdivision or civil division of the state.
Eligibility is intended to be as open as possible to all New York State organizations.
Minor eligibility restrictions and conditions ensure fairness and consistency in definition. Private organizations not headquartered in New York State, and their subsidiaries, may be eligible if they meet certain restrictions. The Criteria Booklets for each sector contain a complete description of the eligibility requirements. Refer to the appropriate booklet for further clarification. Confidentiality Organizations participating in either of the Empire State Advantage programs may request in writing that certain information not be disclosed if the information is considered to be a trade secret, or of such a nature that its disclosure would harm the organization in some way.