Education
The promise of education shapes our future and strengthens our communities. In the Hudson Valley, our teachers and students are at the heart of this transformation.
With schools’ budgets stretched and teachers’ out-of-pocket costs rising, the Community Foundation of the Hudson Valley provides grants for enriching field trips, innovative lesson design, and essential supplies. For college-bound students, our scholarship programs alleviate financial burdens, allowing them focus on their development so they may give back one day as professionals and leaders. By investing in education, we are building a brighter future for our region.
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Efforts for Education Led by Community Foundations
Scholarships
$1 Million
Awarded to Help Educators Purchase Equipment and Supplies Since 1986
Teacher Grants and Scholarships
Partnership in Education
$400,000+
Awarded Annually for Graduate and Undergraduate Degrees
College Scholarships
2024 Kingston Mini- Grant recipients
$70,000
Supports Public Schools Annually for Visits to Historical Sites, Parks, and Museums
Field Trip Grants
How We Work with You
Strong start: With donations of any dollar amount to funds such as the Fund for Excellence in Education , we can provide more support for education throughout Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster Counties.
For even greater and more personal impact: We can open and manage your donor-advised fund of $5,000 or more to support your charitable giving over multiple years. Your contributions grow tax-free under the stewardship of expert investment managers, and if you are unsure where to contribute, our team of grantmaking professionals can offer suggestions. For a distinct philanthropic legacy that will last beyond your lifetime, we can also work with you to create an endowed fund of $25,000 or more benefiting the community’s greatest needs, a field of interest, or one or more specific nonprofits.
How You Can Help
When you partner with the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley to support students and teachers, your donations can make a difference in so many ways, from early childhood to graduate education:
- Grants for teachers’ innovative classroom projects
- Scholarships for students to attend college and graduate school
- Equipping teachers and students with necessary materials and technology
- After-school programs that enrich students’ educational experiences
- Initiatives to improve STEM education and scientific literacy
- Enrich curriculum and broaden students’ horizons through field trips
Join Us in Shaping the Future
Your support can provide the resources for nonprofit organizations with missions that support education. Together, we can build a stronger, brighter Hudson Valley.
