Be assured, donations made before midnight, December 31, 2017 fall under 2017 tax rules. If you are worried about 2018, consider “doubling up,” adding next year’s planned gift to this year’s, and claiming the total on your 2017 return.* Donate Now.
*This strategy is perfectly okay, but you should check with your tax advisor to confirm eligibility.
It’s one of the largest single-day food drives in the Northeast! Please join the Food Bank, along with our partners NBC 4, Telemundo 47, Stop & Shop and seven other food banks in the tri-state region as we collect food for 1 million meals for families in need. We’ll be in 13 Stop & Shop locations throughout the Hudson Valley, handing out shopping lists with most-needed items.
Participants in the annual Hard Cider Run will enjoy a beautiful 5K run (or walk) through the orchards, followed by a complimentary glass of cider. After the run, stick around for a post-race party with food, cider, and fun! All runners can donate to the Food Bank either during the registration process or at the event.
Now in its fourth year, Hudson Valley Gives is a one-day event celebrating charitable giving across the Hudson Valley, fueled by passion, collaboration and the power of social media! Be sure to visit our page on May 15 to take part in this exciting regional celebration of philanthropy and all things Hudson Valley: www.givegab.com/nonprofits/food-bank-of-the-hudson-valley.
Do you have an aptitude for admin work or love to participate in special events? Do you, your family, colleagues or group want to get involved in community service? Food Bank of the Hudson Valley is looking for volunteers! We always need help in our Cornwall-on-Hudson warehouse, which operates six days a week, sorting donated items. Additionally, volunteers are welcomed in our office to help with clerical tasks.
This May 11th, letter carriers across America collect donations made by YOU, their postal customers. The National Association of Letter Carriers “Stamp Out Hunger” National Food Drive is the largest one-day food drive in the nation! To participate, place a can (or several) of non-perishable food placed in a bag or box next to your mailbox before your letter carrier delivers mail on Saturday, May 11th .
Spend a day on the green while helping to fight hunger and benefit Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. Join the Greater Cornwall Chamber of Commerce on Monday, May 20th at Storm King Golf Club. In addition to the tournament you can expect contests, raffles, prizes and giveaways, plus a delicious lunch and dinner.
The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley is a member of Feeding America. Feeding America sets standards and acquires food donations from national companies for its 200+ member food banks located throughout the country.
The Food Bank of the Hudson Valley is also a member of The Food Bank Association of NYS, which helps the food bank network obtain more food and funds, and fosters public awareness of the food banks’ mission.
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