[Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org)

February 15, 2027

Typical grants range from $2,500 to $10,000; emergency grants up to $1,000 available.

Supports impactful projects benefiting northeast Dutchess County residents, with emphasis on underserved and low-income communities.

--- ## Description The Northeast Dutchess Fund, administered by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, provides grants to support new or existing projects, programs, and organizations that create meaningful impact and empower residents in northeast Dutchess County, New York. The fund prioritizes initiatives that serve low-income and underserved adults and children, and seeks to foster community engagement, address unmet needs, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Grant types include general operating support, capital projects, planning and technical assistance, and emergency grants. The fund is guided by a committee of local community advisors and encourages applications from organizations serving marginalized populations. --- ## Due Dates - February 15, 2027: Full application deadline for the Northeast Dutchess Fund --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grants range from **$2,500 to $10,000** per award. - Emergency grants of up to **$1,000** may be awarded throughout the year for organizations facing urgent needs. - Multi-year requests are considered on a case-by-case basis. - Capital grants require a one-to-one match (cash or in-kind). --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** - Nonprofits (501(c)(3) or those with fiscal sponsorship) - Municipalities or community organizations serving the following towns: Amenia, Clinton Corners, Dover Plains, Millbrook, Millerton, North East, Pine Plains, Stanford, Washington, Wassaic, and Wingdale - Teachers, students, parents, or community members proposing educational projects (if not eligible for other education enrichment funds or needing additional funding) - Public agencies for projects benefitting local residents - **Other Requirements:** - Grants are not intended to replace tax dollars. - Organizations or projects that previously received support may reapply. - Organizations must not discriminate based on age, race, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or religious belief. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via the [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation grant portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire). - First-time applicants for general operating support should contact the Community Engagement Officer before applying. - For capital grants, a one-to-one match is required. - Emergency grant requests require a one-page letter of inquiry outlining the crisis and intended use of funds. - Letters of support from school principals or superintendents are required for individual education-related projects. - Assessment of previous grants’ outcomes is required before submitting new applications. - Multi-year requests and multiple proposals per cycle require prior consultation. --- ## Additional Information - Applications are reviewed by a committee of local community members and the foundation’s board. - Review criteria include community impact, feasibility, quality, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. - Organizations serving marginalized and under-resourced populations are especially encouraged to apply. - Interim reports may be required for multi-year grants. --- ## External Links - [Northeast Dutchess Fund Guidelines & Application](https://berkshiretaconic.org/grants/northeast-dutchess-fund) - [Online Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=berkshire) - [Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation](https://berkshiretaconic.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Webpage | |-----------------------------|------------------------------------------|---------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Grants/Community Engagement | [grants@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:grants@berkshiretaconic.org) | 413.229.0370 | [Contact Us](https://berkshiretaconic.org/about/contact-us) | | General Info | [info@berkshiretaconic.org](mailto:info@berkshiretaconic.org) | | |

Northeast Dutchess Fund

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