The Northern New York Community Foundation board of directors Tuesday approved a $200,000 lead gift in support of the Watertown Urban Mission’s capital campaign. The Mission’s first ever capital campaign, which will be in excess of $1.5 million, will make possible important facility repairs and upgrades as well as implement critical strategies for long-term sustainability.

“The Mission serves so many through such diverse programs. They provide many of the services that align closely with the Community Foundation’s core values. It is truly a valuable community resource, touching so many facets of community need,” said Rande S. Richardson, Community Foundation executive director. Other grants approved:

■ North Country Arts Council — $25,000 toward the group’s “Screen on the Square” project to provide a multipurpose venue for films, lectures, recitals and other presentations. This was made possible, in part, through the Herring College Memorial Trust.

■ Orchestra of Northern New York — $15,000 to fund a minimum of four concerts as part of its 2012-13 Watertown season. This was made possible by the Foundation’s Orchestral Fund.

■ Jefferson Community College Foundation — $10,000 toward a funding partnership to conduct a feasibility study for a proposed multipurpose facility.

■ Victims Assistance Center of Jefferson County — $10,000 toward the construction of a new residential shelter.

■ Watertown American Little League — $7,000 matching grant for upgrades and improvements to their facilities.

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