Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan and Rockland Launches

After several months of anticipation, the merger between the Community Foundation of Orange & Sullivan and the Rockland Community Foundation has been officially approved by the New York State Attorney General, forming a unified organization with expanded reach across the Hudson Valley and Catskills. After 9 years of working together as separate entities, this merger brings together all areas of operations and administration of over 600 individual charitable funds. 

Effective Jan. 1, 2026, the combined organization is operating as the Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan & Rockland, continuing its mission of strengthening communities through philanthropy, strategic grantmaking and trusted charitable stewardship. This merger was made possible with the enthusiasm and support of each entity’s Board of Directors, as well as the leadership of the Dyson Foundation.  A grant from Dyson’s Strategic Restructuring Program allowed engagement of the expert merger and legal team at New York Council on Nonprofits (NYCON), all led by a staff and volunteer Merger Task Force.

As part of this exciting announcement, the Foundation has unveiled a new logo that reflects its expanded geographic footprint, shared values, and collective impact. The Foundation’s primary office will remain in Montgomery. A satellite office opened last year in Bridgeville (Sullivan County), with another planned for a future date in Rockland County to support the growing team and maintain a presence across all three counties.

While the organization’s name and visual identity have evolved, its mission and core services remain unchanged. The merger brings together decades of community leadership and philanthropic expertise, allowing the Foundation to operate more efficiently and increase support for nonprofits, donors and community initiatives throughout Orange, Sullivan and Rockland counties.

Elizabeth Rowley continues as President and CEO, leading the Foundation’s overall strategy, development and operations. Julie Sadowski, former Executive Director of the Rockland Community Foundation, has joined the team as Senior Director of Development, Rockland County. Regina Clark was also recently welcomed to the team as Director of Development for Orange and Sullivan Counties.  Five members of the Board of Directors of the Rockland Community Foundation have joined the larger Board of Directors of the CFOSR, bringing total membership to 28 individuals.

“This merger is an exciting milestone for our region,” Rowley said. “With expanded leadership and a unified mission, the Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan & Rockland is well-positioned to build deeper connections and more opportunities for philanthropy and community impact.”

More information about the merger and the Foundation’s funds is available at cfosrny.org.