Foundation Facts
More about the foundation-
$15.4M
Grants and scholarships awarded in 2024
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$267M
Total grants and scholarships since inception
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655
Number of funds at BTCF
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$251M
Assets under management
Place-based Philanthropy
Berkshire, Columbia, Dutchess, Litchfield
BTCF serves a unique area where New York, Connecticut and Massachusetts meet, containing 2,200 square miles of natural beauty and small-town charm that is home to nearly 230,000 people. We are a local organization with deep roots in our communities and a broad network of partnerships.
Opportunities for Nonprofits & Individuals
Grant Programs
Berkshire Taconic awards hundreds of competitive grants each year. Whether you are seeking funding as an individual or on behalf of a nonprofit organization, we welcome your interest in these opportunities.
Your Community Cares
Scholarships
Our 80+ scholarships provide a pathway for opportunity for students and returning adults in Berkshire, Columbia, northeast Dutchess and northwest Litchfield counties.
A Collaborative Approach
Why Give Through BTCF?
We are charitable-giving professionals with local expertise. We work closely with donors to establish flexible donor advised funds, make grants and award scholarships, strengthen organizations, convene leaders and connect neighbors.
Capacity & Resilience
Nonprofit Support
Our competitive grants help nonprofits promote education, the arts, civic life, the well-being of individuals and families, and build organizational capacity. Our Agency Funds help nonprofits sustain long-term support for their mission.