How do I apply for a small business grant in the Hudson Valley?

Submit a 60-second video pitch at goodneighbor.fund/pitch. There is no business plan, pitch deck, or formal application — just a short video describing your idea. Pitches from Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh, White Plains and the surrounding 9 counties are reviewed each quarter by Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley's Limited Partners. If selected, you receive $1,000 in belief capital with no equity taken.

Who qualifies for a Good Neighbor Fund grant in the Hudson Valley?

Any early-stage entrepreneur living or building in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, or Greene County is eligible. There are no age, industry, or revenue requirements. We especially welcome women, BIPOC, immigrant, and first-time founders. 80% of past grants have gone to women-owned businesses and 52% to BIPOC-owned businesses.

How much is a Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley micro-grant?

Each grant is $1,000. Funds are awarded as belief capital — no equity, no repayment, no strings. You can use the money however your business needs: inventory, equipment, software, marketing, licenses, or anything else.

What other small business grants are available in the Hudson Valley?

In addition to Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley, entrepreneurs in the region can explore the Mid-Hudson Small Business Development Center, Empire State Development's New York State Seed Funding, Community Capital New York micro-loans, the Women's Enterprise Development Center in Westchester, and Hudson Valley Economic Development Corporation programs. Good Neighbor Fund is one of the few that requires no pitch deck, no business plan, and takes no equity.

When are Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley grants awarded?

Grants are reviewed and awarded quarterly. Pitches can be submitted any time at goodneighbor.fund/pitch and roll into the next review cycle.

Do I need a registered business or LLC to apply?

No. You can apply with just an idea. We back founders before they're 'ready' — that's the whole point of belief capital. If selected, we'll help you set up what you need to receive the funds.

$1,000 Micro-Grants for Hudson Valley Business Ideas

We back brilliant ideas before they're "ready." No pitch deck required. No equity taken. Just belief in your vision and potential.

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Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley

Serving New York's Hudson Valley

Good Neighbor Fund Hudson Valley supports entrepreneurs up and down the river — Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh, White Plains, Beacon, New Paltz and beyond. Wherever you're building, we believe in your potential.

Westchester County

Rockland County

Putnam County

Orange County

Dutchess County

Ulster County

Sullivan County

Columbia County

Greene County

Our Impact Since 2026

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Good Neighbor Fund is a collective giving organization. Our funding comes from Limited Partners (LPs) — local founders, operators, and community members who pool their own capital each quarter to fund the boldest new ideas in the Hudson Valley. No overhead. No bureaucracy. Just neighbors investing in neighbors.

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Ready to Bring Your Business Idea to Life?

We're looking for passionate founders with bold ideas that create positive impact across New York's Hudson Valley. No business plan required — just a 60-second pitch video and your authentic vision.

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