United Way of Dutchess-Orange Region
75 Market St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 471-1900
Coordinates community health, education, and financial stability programs across Dutchess and Orange counties.
Community
Connecting Dutchess County residents, organizations, and neighborhoods
Community organizations
Dutchess County SPCA
150 Wiccopee Rd, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-7722
Animal shelter and adoption services. Accepts surrendered animals and runs adoption programs.
Habitat for Humanity Mid-Hudson Valley
223 Main St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 471-7818
Builds and rehabilitates affordable homes for low-income families in Dutchess and Ulster counties.
American Red Cross Hudson Valley Chapter
50 Cannon St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-2700
Disaster relief, blood drives, CPR/first aid training, and military family support.
Dutchess County Arts Council
9 Vassar St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 454-3222
Supports arts and cultural organizations throughout Dutchess County through grants, programs, and advocacy.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess County
2715 Route 44, Millbrook
(845) 677-8223
Agriculture, nutrition, 4-H youth development, and environmental education programs.
Dutchess Community Action Partnership
80 Washington St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-5104
Anti-poverty programs, energy assistance, Head Start, and housing services.
Family Services Inc.
29 N Hamilton St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-1110
Counseling, domestic violence services, youth programs, and community support.
Meals on Wheels of Dutchess County
1 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie
(845) 486-2555
Delivers nutritious meals to homebound seniors and disabled residents.
Dutchess County LGBTQ Center
45 Cannon St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 473-1004
Support groups, resources, and community programs for LGBTQ+ residents.
Scenic Hudson
1 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie
(845) 473-4440
Land conservation and environmental advocacy along the Hudson River.
Bard College Fisher Center
30 Campus Rd, Annandale-on-Hudson
(845) 758-7900
Performing arts center hosting world-class theater, dance, opera, and music.
Neighborhoods & municipalities
City of PoughkeepsieBeaconAmeniaBeekmanClintonDoverEast FishkillFishkill (town)Hyde ParkLaGrangeMilanNorth EastPawling (town)Pine PlainsPleasant ValleyRed Hook (town)Rhinebeck (town)StanfordUnion ValeWappingerWashingtonFishkill (village)MillbrookMillertonPawling (village)Red Hook (village)Rhinebeck (village)TivoliWappingers Falls
Volunteer opportunities
Dutchess County SPCA
150 Wiccopee Rd, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-7722
Help care for animals awaiting adoption. Dog walking, cat socialization, event support, and foster care needed.
Habitat for Humanity Mid-Hudson Valley
223 Main St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 471-7818
Join a build day and help construct affordable homes for local families. No construction experience required.
American Red Cross Hudson Valley
50 Cannon St, Poughkeepsie
(845) 452-2700
Support disaster response, donate blood, or become a CPR instructor. Training provided.
Scenic Hudson
1 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie
(845) 473-4440
Participate in trail maintenance, land stewardship, and river cleanup events throughout the Hudson Valley.
Faith communities
Dutchess County has a diverse faith community with hundreds of congregations representing Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, and other traditions. The Interfaith Council of Dutchess County coordinates community service and dialogue.
Schools
Dutchess County has 12 public school districts serving more than 40,000 students, along with private schools and five colleges and universities.
View the full school district directory