The mission of the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation is to build stronger communities and improve the quality of life for all residents in the areas it serves. This involves supporting various charitable programs and endeavors, including the promotion of education, the arts, and community development.
The Fund for Columbia County Grant for New Nonprofits is designed to support community groups in the process of becoming recognized nonprofit organizations by the Internal Revenue Service as charitable 501(c)(3) entities. The grant offers financial assistance for various startup expenses including legal fees, programming costs, equipment and software purchases, website development and hosting, initial program space costs, outreach and marketing, and consultancy services. After achieving legal charitable status, these organizations are eligible to apply for additional grants focused on Community Impact and Aging with Dignity.