About the Raymond C. Kennedy Foundation

The Raymond C. Kennedy Foundation honors the life and values of Raymond C. Kennedy -- publisher, civic leader, and champion of community life in Hudson, New York. Guided by his belief that strong communities are built through local engagement, informed citizens, and vibrant cultural life, the Foundation supports initiatives that strengthen the social, educational, and civic fabric of Columbia and Greene counties in the Hudson Valley.

The Foundation focuses its efforts on projects that support local food banks and emergency housing, expand access to education, and encourage thoughtful civic participation. The foundation invests in organizations and ideas that bring people together and sustain the region’s sense of place.

At its core, the Raymond C. Kennedy Foundation reflects Kennedy’s lifelong commitment to public service, integrity, and the power of local institutions to shape better lives. Through its grantmaking and partnerships, the Foundation seeks to ensure that the spirit of community leadership he embodied continues to inspire and benefit future generations.