Environment
The natural beauty of the Hudson Valley is its most defining feature. Green vistas not only provide a home for native species but also serve as the lungs for our cities and towns. Admired around the world, our region also faces significant environmental threats.
However, residents are increasingly aware of the impacts of rising temperatures, elevated tidal levels, and storm surges. Compounding these challenges, aging infrastructure is contaminating our air and water, while some advocate for more development, raising concerns about its encroachment on our natural habitats and farmlands. Additionally, the presence of non-native species is disrupting local ecosystems. In response, the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley is dedicated to connecting donors with a variety of initiatives aimed at responding to these issues and helping us achieve a more sustainable future.
How Nonprofits Are Helping
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
500,000+
Have Sailed Aboard Clearwater Learning about the Hudson River
Hudson River Sloop Clearwater
Scenic Hudson
53,000
Acres of Land Preserved Across 10 Counties to Date
Scenic Hudson
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
30+ Years
Scientists Have Monitored The Hudson River
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies
How We Work with You
Strong start: With donations of any dollar amount to the Fund for the Hudson Valley, we can provide more support for the environment 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 more arts engagement and enjoyment, your donations can make a difference in so many ways:
- Protecting scenic landscapes from development encroachment
- Raising awareness about river conservation and sustainability through community education
- Conserving natural habitats and protecting native species from invasive threats
- Improving water quality in local rivers and streams
- Promoting sustainable farming practices to enhance local food systems
- Educating youth about the environment and engaging them with hands-on conservation projects
Join Us in Shaping the Future
Your support can provide the resources for nonprofit organizations with missions that support the environment. Together, we can build a stronger, brighter Hudson Valley.
