
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to fulfill their philanthropic goals through the establishment of charitable funds that support the needs of Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster counties. With over $100 million in assets, CFHV manages nearly 600 charitable funds and has distributed more than $777 million in grants and scholarships since January 2000. We lead initiatives to address urgent community needs such as food insecurity and educational challenges, offering both immediate relief and long-term support.
Our Mission
To strengthen our communities by offering donors the means to establish charitable legacies, by making grants, and by providing leadership to address community needs in a manner that is responsible, responsive and lasting.
Our Board Members
The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley is governed by a Board of Trustees that includes local leaders in business, philanthropy and our community.
Our Staff
The in-depth knowledge of our staff helps guide donors to align their charitable giving with their personal priorities and the issues they care about most.
In the News
Community Foundations Awards $179,500 to Dutchess Organizations in Community Grants
- Beacon Free Press Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) has awarded over $179,500 in grants to Dutchess County non-profits, students, and organizations. This Read More
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Awards $350,000+ in Community Grants
- Beacon Free Press Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) has awarded over $350,000 in community grants to non-profits, students and organizations. The organization gave these funds Read More
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley’s President and CEO Laura Washington Recognized in City & State’s 2024 Hudson Valley Power 100 List
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, October 16, 2024 — The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) is proud to announce that our President and CEO, Laura Read More