POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (March 9, 2020) Hudson Valley Economic Development Corp. (HVEDC) announced the addition of The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan to its Board. The company will be represented by Elizabeth Rowley, President and CEO.
The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan is a non-profit, publicly supported, philanthropic institution with the long-term goal of building permanent, named funds for the broad-based charitable benefit of the individuals and families in the region. Funds are established through contributions from individuals, families, businesses or 501(c)3 organizations, each one with its own specific purpose. Ranging from educational scholarships to designated funds for organizations across the region, The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan provides charitable and community benefits which helps to enhance the quality of life in the local area.
Founded in 1999, the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan currently manages over 300 separate component funds and has distributed over $15 million in charitable grants and educational scholarships since the organization was established. These numbers continue to grow as more people step forward as generous participants in the vision of a stronger community.
Elizabeth Rowley, President and CEO, works with the board of directors, professional advisors and volunteers to plan, structure, implement and monitor an effective development program that will increase endowed and non-endowed assets, develop and maintain good relationships with nonprofit organizations, and steward current and prospective donors. Elizabeth is an Orange County native with a strong background in development and marketing. Prior to joining the staff at the Community Foundation, she worked at Inspire, Orange County Cerebral Palsy Association and the Town of Wallkill Boys & Girls Club.
She is a 2004 graduate of Emerson College with a degree in Marketing Communications. Elizabeth is a 2008 graduate of Leadership Orange and obtained her Certified Fundraising Executive certification in 2014. She currently serves as President of the Board of Directors of Safe Harbors of the Hudson, is a board member of the Mid-Hudson Valley Association of Fundraising Professionals and serves as a trustee of the Orange Regional Medical Center Foundation.
“We are excited to partner with HVEDC and look forward to working together to address the needs of the local communities we support,” said Rowley. “The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan is committed to improving the quality of life in Orange and Sullivan Counties and joining HVEDC will allow us to work together to promote the important work of the nonprofit organizations in the region.”
“The Community Foundation is a wonderful organization. Elizabeth and her team has done great work for many years. We are super excited to have her as part of our board.” said, Mike Oates, President and CEO of HVEDC. “She has a clear understanding and expertise in helping support our communities and growing our regional economy. Elizabeth will also help us expand and elevate nonprofits organizations to build a stronger community. She is a well-respected business and community leader who will add tremendous value to our team.”
About The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan:
The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan is a tax exempt, non-profit, publicly supported, philanthropic institution with the long-term goal of building permanent, named funds for the broad based charitable benefit of the individuals and families in the region. Funds are established through contributions from individuals, families, businesses or 501(c)3 organizations, each one with its own specific purpose. The Foundation’s Board of Directors oversees these funds in perpetuity, to ensure that donor’s intentions are honored, now and forever.
Founded in 1999, the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan currently manages nearly 300 separate component funds and has distributed over $11 million in charitable grants and educational scholarships since the organization was established. These numbers continue to grow as more people step forward as generous participants in the vision of a stronger community. There are many different ways of giving to and through the Community Foundation. Funds can be established for a variety of charitable purposes, and can support one or multiple charities.
About Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation (HVEDC)
HVEDC is the leading economic development agency for the seven-county region of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties. The public-private partnership markets the region as a prime business location to corporate executives, site selection consultants and real estate brokers. HVEDC helped start the organizational, branding and promotional effort for NY BioHud Valley, Hudson Valley 3D Printing and the Hudson Valley Food & Beverage Alliance. To learn more, call 845-220-2244 or visit hvedc.com.
