The Foundation's mission focuses on improving the lives of older adults and caregivers in Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, NY, by funding not-for-profit organizations and local government programs that address their needs.
The Foundation's grant program is dedicated to supporting projects and programs that have a direct impact on low-income and vulnerable older adults and their caregivers. The grants are awarded three times a year, based on a Letter of Inquiry, which is by invitation only. The areas of focus for these grants include:
Preference is accorded to initiatives targeting the fundamental needs of the elderly and their caregivers. Emphasis is placed on supporting innovative projects and programs, collaborative efforts, and entities that have not received funding from us before.