Make a difference locally! Good Neighbors is looking to support projects building partnerships between Vassar and the Poughkeepsie community during the Spring Semester. Apply for a grant and find more information at the Frances D. Fergusson Good Neighbors website.

What Types of Grants Do We Offer?

Student, Staff and Faculty Grants: One-time grants to support new or existing projects in the Poughkeepsie community in collaboration with a local non-profit organization.

Students Grants: Up to $500/year.

Staff/Faculty Grants: Up to $1,000/year.

Major 3-year Grants: Supports three-year-long projects that deepen the relationship between Vassar and a partnering non-profit, build on assets of both communities, and could be sustainable beyond the 3 year grant. Up to $5,000 a year for 3 years.

Application deadline is April 5.