United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region (UWDOR) is requesting proposals to improve the education of neighbors facing poverty and limited resources.
Donor Name: United Way of Dutchess-Orange Region (UWDOR)
State: New York
County: Dutchess County (NY), Orange County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 03/14/2025
Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
UWDOR targets education investment through strategies that aim to improve the academic achievement of the community’s youth and support workforce development opportunities for adults. The goal is to maximize educational outcomes for children and adults living in Dutchess and Orange counties so they can forge a path toward lifelong learning and success.
Funding Categories
United Way’s Community Fund is divided into two funding categories:
- For previously funded programs, please indicate the amount you are requesting (maximum request of $20,000, with awards typically about $10,000).
- For programs not previously funded, you may apply for up to $10,000.
Grant Period
Through this RFP process, UWDOR seeks partnerships with nonprofit organizations during the time period of July 2025 to June 2026.
Core Funding Criteria
In partnership with the community, United Way utilizes a cohesive strategy to address the needs of children, families, and individuals with limited income in Dutchess and Orange counties. This RFP is designed to establish a foundation for the educational success of local students and adults seeking workforce development opportunities and in some cases may involve innovative initiatives that have the potential to be expanded upon with future funding. UWDOR is seeking to support partners who share commitment to the following:
- A commitment to community-level outcomes focused on demographics and geographic locations with the greatest need;
- A commitment to cross-agency and cross-community collaboration in developing effective strategies; and
- A commitment to strategies that demonstrate success using evidence-based or evidence-informed models.
For more information, visit UWDOR.
