Year established: 1847
Number of full-time employees: 294
Number of part-time employees: 5
Number of per diem employees: 4
Annual revenue: $27,692,278
Geographic service area: New York
Jessica L. Vinall Chair
Top Funding Sources:
Program Services: 93.62%
Investment Income: 1.8%
Contributions: 4.5%
We are proud of our history and look forward to continuing the important work our founders set out to do in 1847, work we could not do without the generous support of a caring community and friends like you. — Walter J. Joseph
Our Mission:
Empowering children and families to achieve optimal health and well being.
How We Make an Impact:
On January 21, 1847, a group of women met to form the Poughkeepsie Orphan House and Home for the Friendless to care for the poor, abandoned, and neglected in their communities, most especially the children. 177 years later, their work continues. Today, the Children’s Home provides a
full range of Community Based Services, Unaccompanied Minor Shelter Services, Child Welfare Residential Services, and a Facility Service Dog program, giving healing and hope to at-risk children. The Home is licensed by the New York State Office of Children & Family Services, the Office of Mental Health, and the Department of Health. In 2023, 2,174 children and their families received services.
Giving Opportunities:
Your gift to the Children’s Home is a catalyst for creating a world where every child and family have access to the tools, skills, and support they need to thrive. Visit our website to learn more about ways to give. And remember — every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers play a crucial role in our work to provide healing and hope to children and families who need our help most. We are fortunate to have developed close relationships with many individuals, schools, colleges, businesses, and community groups who volunteer their time to help further our mission.
Leadership:
2024-2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Jessica L. Vinall
Chair
Valerie Murphy
Vice Chair
Vice Chair in charge of:
Audit – Catherine Forbes
Governance – Patrick Meaney
Program – Maureen Crush
Resource Development – Jason Dewey
Amy Dittmar
Secretary
Matthew Cruz
Treasurer
Mary Lou Davis
Assistant Treasurer
Lorenzo Angelino
Christopher Downey
Rochelle Friedman
Kevin Hocutt, III
Ian MacDonald
Sean Manna
Glenn Noakes
Chintan Shukla
Walter J. Joseph
Executive Director and
Chief Executive Officer
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