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Mid-Hudson Valley Grantmaking Program (Designated Grants) is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Funding for specific purposes or programs that address basic human needs including housing, family stability, youth development, healthcare access, and food access. Priority is given to organizations working with economically disadvantaged or marginalized populations.
Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY
Focus areas: Housing, Family Stability, Youth Development, Healthcare Access, Food Access, Human Services
Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
The Dyson Foundation – Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond We provide grants for general operations, programs, and management assistance to improve nonprofit administration and services. We work closely with grantees and in the Mid-Hudson Valley community by facilitating connections, lending expertise, and providing guidance and support. We strengthen regional nonprofit teams and boards beyond grant funding by coordinating programming and sharing research and resources. Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress "Diversity is not just a goal; it's an imperative. At The Board Institute we go beyond checking boxes, by educating individuals of color on board responsibilities and leveraging their unique strengths. Our process empowers organizations across the Hudson Valley by dismantling tokenism and fostering genuine inclusion. Together, with Pattern for Progress, we are not just building diverse boards, but identifying and shaping the non-profit leaders of our rich, diverse communities through passion and meaningful service." – Freddimir Garcia, Program Advisor Ulster Immigrant Defense Network "I came from my country because of the difficult situation that is being experienced there, both economically and socially. It is a very unsafe country. I came to Kingston because my father lives here. He received me. Now there is my mother and my brothers who also had to migrate. I hope to improve myself, give a good future to my family, and help many people in need. I have a little daughter. My great gift for her, I want to do my best to get ahead.” – Lucia from Ecuador, member/owner of the Blooming Queens green cleaning cooperative, a UIDN workforce initiative established in 2023. Teresa, her mother is also a member of the co-op. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County “Building homes means building futures. Families paying 50% of their income for housing costs just cannot be tolerated in our community. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County Inc. prepares families earning 30-80% of the Area Median Income for a low interest rate mortgage while building their forever home. Meeting families at their income is a proven method of success. We have proven that home ownership is best for the family and best for the community.” – Maureen Brennan Lashlee CEO “Since its founding as Hudson’s City Hall in 1855, Hudson Hall has reflected the spirit and ingenuity of its
Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public school districts (via fiscal sponsor) serving Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, or Ulster counties in New York.
Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
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The Dyson Foundation – Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond We provide grants for general operations, programs, and management assistance to improve nonprofit administration and services.
We work closely with grantees and in the Mid-Hudson Valley community by facilitating connections, lending expertise, and providing guidance and support. We strengthen regional nonprofit teams and boards beyond grant funding by coordinating programming and sharing research and resources. Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress "Diversity is not just a goal; it's an imperative.
At The Board Institute we go beyond checking boxes, by educating individuals of color on board responsibilities and leveraging their unique strengths. Our process empowers organizations across the Hudson Valley by dismantling tokenism and fostering genuine inclusion.
Together, with Pattern for Progress, we are not just building diverse boards, but identifying and shaping the non-profit leaders of our rich, diverse communities through passion and meaningful service." – Freddimir Garcia, Program Advisor Ulster Immigrant Defense Network "I came from my country because of the difficult situation that is being experienced there, both economically and socially. It is a very unsafe country.
I came to Kingston because my father lives here. He received me. Now there is my mother and my brothers who also had to migrate.
I hope to improve myself, give a good future to my family, and help many people in need. I have a little daughter. My great gift for her, I want to do my best to get ahead.
” – Lucia from Ecuador, member/owner of the Blooming Queens green cleaning cooperative, a UIDN workforce initiative established in 2023. Teresa, her mother is also a member of the co-op. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County “Building homes means building futures.
Families paying 50% of their income for housing costs just cannot be tolerated in our community. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County Inc. prepares families earning 30-80% of the Area Median Income for a low interest rate mortgage while building their forever home.
Meeting families at their income is a proven method of success. We have proven that home ownership is best for the family and best for the community. ” – Maureen Brennan Lashlee CEO “Since its founding as Hudson’s City Hall in 1855, Hudson Hall has reflected the spirit and ingenuity of its diverse community.
As a flagship for our community, we believe that culture is central to our shared heritage, identity, and future, and we work to provide a wide range of dynamic and accessible cultural experiences to improve quality of life and contribute to Hudson's economic vitality. ” – Tambra Dillon, Executive Director "At Skidmore College, experiential learning has a powerful impact in our students’ development.
These opportunities are pivotal in their education, and prepare them for future success in critical ways. The difference these experiences make in the lives and future opportunities for our students is hard to overstate, and creating more such opportunities is one of my top priorities at Skidmore." - Marc C.
Conner, President Community Family Development "Empowering young minds through Community Family Development, we deliver exceptional early childhood education in a secure and nurturing setting. Fueled by unwavering support from the Dyson Foundation and our dedicated community partners, CFD extends a helping hand to families, offering childcare services from infancy to school age.
We pave the way for bright futures, providing scholarship funding for enriching summer camp programs and ensuring equitable access to education for every child." – Jaime Hyla, Executive Director Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan "In times of constant change and growth in the communities we serve, CFOS strives to have maximum impact in all areas of our work.
It is our goal to be able to provide grants and scholarships, educational programs and other tools to meet these emerging needs and to foster an environment of success for all of our partners." – Elizabeth Rowley, Executive Director "It has always been my desire to teach nursing, so I returned to school when my oldest child started college.
I obtained my associate degree in nursing many years ago and graduated with my bachelor's degree in nursing in June 2019. I continued without stopping for my Master of Science in Nursing Education. This journey has been long and challenging in that I continued my schooling during the pandemic.
I am now one semester from obtaining my dreams and goals to teach nursing. This scholarship helps to alleviate some of the financial struggles I have faced. I have always mentored new nurses throughout my career, and I look forward to inspiring the next generation of nurses."
– Christina Haggarty, M. S.
in Nursing Education Fortifying nonprofit effectiveness and capacity with management assistance and operating support Ensuring access to quality healthcare and behavioral health services Providing human services safety net programs Providing youth and future generations with opportunities and knowledge Energizing economic health through revitalization and innovation The Dyson Foundation’s Mid-Hudson Valley Program focuses on the New York State counties of Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster.
We have a particular emphasis on Dutchess County, our home community.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public school districts (via fiscal sponsor) serving Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, or Ulster counties in New York. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Not specified Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Professional Development Scholarships is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Provides scholarship funding for nonprofit staff and board members to participate in professional training programs, workshops, and conferences focused on management and leadership, such as the Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) program. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: Professional Development, Leadership Training, Nonprofit Management Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Professional Development Scholarships – The Dyson Foundation Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network Professional Development Scholarships The Dyson Foundation offers individual program scholarships to Mid-Hudson Valley organizations interested in professional development opportunities for staff and board members. Professional development scholarships are available toward nonprofit finance, grantsmanship, and executive leadership programs to support nonprofit board and staff development and retention. Scholarships are available to current nonprofit staff and active board members of established 501(c)(3) Mid-Hudson Valley-based nonprofit organizations who are responsible for fiscal management and oversight; executive or governance leadership; and/or resource development. Priority is given to human service, safety net, and youth development providers. A limited number of scholarships are available annually, and there is a general limit of one scholarship per program, per organization. Professional development scholarships are available for: BDO’s Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) training programs Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professionals – Essentials Advanced Topics in Nonprofit Fiscal Management – *Advanced *requires Essentials certification The Grantsmanship Center training programs 5-day Grantsmanship training program 2-day Essentials Grant Skills 2-day Grant Management Essentials To request CNAP or Grantsmanship Center scholarships, please contact Jennifer Killian , Program Officer. In your email, please include your name, title, organization, preferred training session dates, and confirmation of the following requirements: Commitment to completing the full course and all coursework Commitment to continue your role in the organization/the nonprofit sector Adelphi University’s Hudson Valley Center for Nonprofit Leadership programs Anti-Oppressive Leadership Fellows Social Work Practice Fellows Excellence in Nonprofit Management Certificate Executive Director Roundtable Series Board of Directors Roundtable Series Grant Funding Master Class To inquire about scholarship availability and eligibility, please contact the Hudson Valley Center for Nonprofit Leadership directly. Each program’s duration and schedule vary. New York Council of Nonprofits Executive Leadership Retreat 3-day, overnight training for executive directors with less than five years of experience in the role Offered annually, Spring and Fall To request an executive leadership retreat scholarship, please contact Jennifer Killian , Program Officer. General Funding Guidelines Capacity Building Grant Program Strategic Restructuring Initiative Professional Development Scholarships Dyson Foundation Board of Directors Approve New Grants – December 2025 December 10, 2025 Continue reading "Dyson Foundation Board of Directors Approve New Grants – December 2025"» Dyson Foundation Board of Directors Approve New Grants – September 2025 September 12, 2025 Continue reading "Dyson Foundation Board of Directors Approve New Grants – September Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Staff and board members of 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the Mid-Hudson Valley region. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
Strategic Restructuring Initiative is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Provides support for nonprofits exploring or implementing formal relationships such as mergers, acquisitions, or long-term programmatic collaborations. Funding is available for preliminary exploration, planning, and final integration. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: Strategic Restructuring, Mergers and Acquisitions, Collaborations, Nonprofit Sustainability Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Strategic Restructuring Initiative – The Dyson Foundation Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network Nonprofit Strategic Restructuring Initiative The Dyson Foundation’s Strategic Restructuring Initiative funds Mid-Hudson Valley organizations interested in exploring, planning, or integrating a formal relationship between two or more government entities or independent organizations. Opportunities and motivations for restructuring include competition from similar organizations, executive transition, geographic or program expansion opportunities, and significant shifts in the service delivery and/or funding environment. Organizational restructuring may include sharing, transferring, or combining services, programs, or resources, through formal effectuation of collaborations, shared services, subsidiary relationships, or merger with the goal of expanding and enhancing programs and services, improving effectiveness and efficiency, reducing duplicated services, or to improve financial stability. Learn more about organizational restructuring by visiting Resources . Grants of up to $10,000 to explore the possibility of entering into the restructuring process. Funds may be used to conduct an organizational assessment, research possible nonprofit partners or collaborators, facilitate initial discussions with potential organizational partners, and support exploration of and visits to another organization that represents a particular restructured model of interest. Grants of up to $30,000 to a collaborative of two or more organizations that have agreed to enter into the strategic restructuring process. Funds may be used to develop the restructuring plan, facilitate meetings between executive staff and/or board members of collaborating organizations, undertake the due diligence process (including examination of the financial, human resource, legal, and regulatory ramifications of restructuring), and complete related legal filings. Grants of up to $35,000 to implement the strategic restructuring of two or more organizations. Funds may be used to move or close offices; support human resource costs related to the hiring, retention, or retraining of staff; integrate technology or fiscal systems; and develop marketing materials for the restructured entity. Post-Restructuring Support: Grants towards the general operations of a single organization or a group of organizations that have undergone strategic restructuring in the previous 12 months. Grant amounts are based on the nature and size of the restructured entity or program, its overall financial sustainability, and alignment with the Foundation’s funding priorities. Strategic Restructuring Initiative Criteria Although there is no requirement for an organization to go through each stage of the process, the Dyson Foundation will not fund out of sequence. For example, the Foundation will not fund an organization’s preliminary exploration request after funding Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Up to $35,000; eligibility guidance Mid-Hudson Valley 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with annual operating budgets of $20 million or less. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
General Operating Support Grants is sponsored by Dyson Foundation. Flexible unrestricted grants for organizations working on priority funding issues that demonstrate best practices in governance and finance. Letters of inquiry must be submitted no later than six months prior to the start of the organization's fiscal year. Geographic focus: Mid-Hudson Valley, NY Focus areas: General Operating Support, Core Support, Nonprofit Sustainability Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: The Dyson Foundation – Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond General Funding Guidelines Strategic Restructuring Initiative Application Questions Preview Budget & Financial Report Form MAP Budget & Financial Report Form Mid-Hudson Community Profiles Hudson Valley Funders Network Providing support for Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits and beyond We provide grants for general operations, programs, and management assistance to improve nonprofit administration and services. We work closely with grantees and in the Mid-Hudson Valley community by facilitating connections, lending expertise, and providing guidance and support. We strengthen regional nonprofit teams and boards beyond grant funding by coordinating programming and sharing research and resources. Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress "Diversity is not just a goal; it's an imperative. At The Board Institute we go beyond checking boxes, by educating individuals of color on board responsibilities and leveraging their unique strengths. Our process empowers organizations across the Hudson Valley by dismantling tokenism and fostering genuine inclusion. Together, with Pattern for Progress, we are not just building diverse boards, but identifying and shaping the non-profit leaders of our rich, diverse communities through passion and meaningful service." – Freddimir Garcia, Program Advisor Ulster Immigrant Defense Network "I came from my country because of the difficult situation that is being experienced there, both economically and socially. It is a very unsafe country. I came to Kingston because my father lives here. He received me. Now there is my mother and my brothers who also had to migrate. I hope to improve myself, give a good future to my family, and help many people in need. I have a little daughter. My great gift for her, I want to do my best to get ahead.” – Lucia from Ecuador, member/owner of the Blooming Queens green cleaning cooperative, a UIDN workforce initiative established in 2023. Teresa, her mother is also a member of the co-op. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County “Building homes means building futures. Families paying 50% of their income for housing costs just cannot be tolerated in our community. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County Inc. prepares families earning 30-80% of the Area Median Income for a low interest rate mortgage while building their forever home. Meeting families at their income is a proven method of success. We have proven that home ownership is best for the family and best for the community.” – Maureen Brennan Lashlee CEO “Since its founding as Hudson’s City Hall in 1855, Hudson Hall has reflected the spirit and ingenuity of its Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Not specified; eligibility guidance Mid-Hudson Valley nonprofits that have at least three years of stable leadership and have received a designated Dyson Foundation grant within the last three years. Organizations with budgets over $20 million are ineligible. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
