LIFT (Local Impact Fund for Tomorrow) Opportunities
The Local Impact Fund for Tomorrow (LIFT) is a new initiative of the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley designed to deploy innovative, place-based impact tools that strengthen the region’s nonprofit and community development ecosystem. LIFT begins with a pilot low-interest bridge loan program for nonprofits serving Dutchess, Ulster, and Putnam Counties.
Questions? LIFT@communityfoundationshv.org
Online Application available: March 27, 2026
Application Deadlines: Rolling application
Award Notification: Varies – 7-12 weeks
The Community Foundations LIFT Nonprofit Bridge Loan Program seeks to assist nonprofits in Dutchess, Putnam and Ulster Counties continue essential community services while awaiting the receipt of approved grant funding.
To help you work on your nonprofit bridge loan application, we have created a Word version of the questions. However, you must still use the online grants portal to submit your application and provide attachments.
Click here for the grant working copy:
LIFT Nonprofit Bridge Loan Program Application
