The Community Foundations is a partner to nonprofits in the region.  We will work with nonprofits providing advice on grantwriting, board governance, endowment building, and more.

Detailed information on our current grant opportunities and funding priorities is available here. If you feel your organization or program aligns with our resources and objectives, please contact our Programs department to arrange a time to discuss your organization and its initiatives.

• Watch this recording to learn how to apply for Community Grants
• Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about our grantmaking process are here
• A fillable organizational budget template can be downloaded here
• Watch the video, view the slides, or download the tool kit from our past webinar, “Tips & Tricks for Making an Impactful Ask”

The Community Foundations recommends a number of regional research and policy resources to help develop your programs and frame your grant applications:

• Voices of the Hudson Valley: What We Learned from You shares insights about priority issue areas from residents, nonprofit leaders and civic partners across Dutchess, Ulster and Putnam counties
• The Mid-Hudson Valley Community Profiles offers data indicators for awareness and action. With recent updates to key areas like population, living wage, and homelessness – it’s a dynamic free resource
• The Nonprofit Economic Impact Study from New York Council of Nonprofits (NYCON) shows the economic power of the Hudson Valley’s charitable nonprofit sector

If you are looking for board members, BoardStrong has created a board member matching website.  Organizations can create a board posting and search available candidate profiles. Candidates can also search board openings and contact organizations from each posted opportunity. The site also offers courses to educate prospective and current board members about roles, responsibilities and best practices for effective board governance

We can assist you in opening a nonprofit agency fund and designing a planned giving program to tap into the philanthropy of your long-term donors. Contact our development experts about working with your board and staff to help grow your organization’s endowment.