Community Support Resources
These local resources are here to help you move forward.
We’ve gathered trusted, local programs to help you and your family meet everyday needs—food, housing, energy, employment, and more. These resources are here to support your stability, well-being, and future. Please note: this list isn’t exhaustive, and program details may change. Be sure to reach out directly to each organization for the most up-to-date information. We’ll do our best to update this list as frequently as possible.
What are you looking for?
Adult Education
Offers adult learning, GED programs, and training in various trades and certifications. Poughkeepsie campus includes an alternative high school and adult learning institute. Learn more here.
Provides education and training support for adults looking to earn credentials, build skills, or change careers. Learn more here.
Located at the Family Partnership Center in Poughkeepsie, this center offers free, confidential financial counseling, goal setting, and support connecting to safe financial products. Learn more here.
Employment Assistance
Your go-to for local job listings, career counseling, and job training programs. They also help with certificates and work experience for in-demand careers. Learn more here.
Offers job readiness support like interview clothing, career coaching, and employment empowerment programs, alongside other wraparound services such as tax help, weatherization, and emergency assistance. Learn more here.
Energy Assistance
This program offers financial support with home heating and electricity costs. Apply through DSS. Award amounts vary by fuel type and household need. Learn more here.
If you’ve received a shut-off notice, this fund may help. Central Hudson customers can contribute to a pool that supports neighbors in crisis. Learn more here.
Community solar gives renters and homeowners access to clean energy without putting solar panels on their roofs—and the cost savings that come with it. Learn more here.
Organizations like Dutchess Outreach occasionally offer one-time grants to help cover overdue utility bills. Availability may vary by season and funding. Learn more here.
Food Assistance
SNAP helps income-eligible households buy groceries using an EBT card loaded monthly with benefits. Apply through your local Department of Social Services (DSS). Learn more here.
Fareground operates community food pantries across Dutchess County, fighting food insecurity with dignity and care. They also offer on-site support in Beacon. Learn more here.
This seasonal program offers sliding-scale farm shares, making fresh, local produce accessible. Applications open at the start of the growing season. Learn more here.
Many local farmers markets match SNAP benefits up to $20 per day for fruits and vegetables—doubling your food dollars and increasing access to healthy food. Visit their website to find participating markets. Learn more here.
Housing
Provides a wide range of housing support, including emergency shelter, affordable housing, homeownership help, and workforce development programs. Learn more here.
Build your credit by reporting on-time rent payments and access up to $3,000 in interest-free back rent assistance. Funds are paid directly to your landlord. Learn more here.
Offers affordable homeownership opportunities for qualifying families who complete volunteer hours. Mortgages are low-cost and help build equity and credit. Learn more here.
Legal Assistance
Free legal support for low-income individuals and families facing housing, family, consumer, or other civil legal issues. Learn more here.
Provides emergency shelter and support for survivors of domestic violence. Also offers education and prevention programs in the community. Learn more here.
Physical Goods
Families with children ages 3–16 in need of a bed can apply to receive a full set—bed frame, mattress, and bedding. Ashley delivers and sets up the bed at no cost. Learn more here.
Support for Older Adults
A one-stop resource for seniors, offering meals, transportation, home care, legal assistance, wellness programs, caregiver support, and more to help older adults live safely and independently. Learn more here.
Youth Programs
Safe, supportive after-school and summer programming in Poughkeepsie and Newburgh. Kids build confidence, skills, and community. Learn more about Poughkeepsie here. Learn more about Newburgh here.
Poughkeepsie-based nonprofit offering youth development programs year-round, including summer camps and after-school activities. Learn more here.
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- Call us at 845-383-1050
- Visit the office at 190 Fair Street, Kingston, New York 12401 USA
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We’re dedicated to supporting those most affected by rising energy costs and the impacts of climate change, especially communities that have faced the greatest harm from our current energy system. Through continuous innovation, community involvement in program design, and advocacy for sustainable change, we’re building a cleaner, fairer future. Explore our other programs to see how we’re making a difference.
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