Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Announces Key Leadership Hire to Support Growth and Impact
Building upon the nonprofit’s momentum in driving impactful change in the Hudson Valley, Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) announced the recent addition of Senior Vice President of Development, Benjamin Krevolin, to the CFHV team. Krevolin’s leadership will aid in strengthening the organization’s grantmaking and will expand its programming. Particularly, his involvement will bolster CFHV’s capacity-building training series that equips local nonprofits with the tools and resources they need to thrive.
“Bringing Benjamin onto our leadership team reflects both where we are as an organization and where we’re going,” said Laura Washington, president and CEO of CFHV. “His experience, vision and deep connections to the Hudson Valley will help us grow our impact and better serve our community of nonprofit partners, fund holders and donors.”
Krevolin has 25 years of experience in fundraising, arts administration and nonprofit leadership. A Stone Ridge resident raised in Poughkeepsie, Krevolin most recently served as the Director of Development for Mohonk Preserve in Ulster County and the Shelburne Museum in Vermont, following his role as Chief Advancement Officer for Bard Graduate Center. He also previously served as President of Arts Mid-Hudson, where he oversaw grantmaking, technical assistance and advocacy efforts, and held roles at Vassar College supporting scholarships, faculty research and capital initiatives. Krevolin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Vassar College and a post-graduate diploma from The Juilliard School. He remains deeply engaged in the Hudson Valley community through board service and regional leadership.
Krevolin will play a critical role in advancing CFHV’s mission of strengthening philanthropy in the Hudson Valley, supporting nonprofit organization partners and addressing the evolving needs of communities throughout the region.
For more information about Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley and its work, visit CommunityFoundationsHV.org.
About The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) is a trusted partner in philanthropy, empowering individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to establish charitable funds that address the needs of Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster counties. CFHV offers expert planning that aligns charitable giving with both personal priorities and community needs. Established in 1969 as the Area Fund, CFHV has grown to manage over $140 million in assets and administers nearly 600 charitable funds, distributing over $17 million in local grants and scholarships in 2025 alone. As a tax-exempt organization under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), contributions to CFHV are tax-deductible within IRS guidelines.
Learn more at CommunityFoundationsHV.org, and by visiting the organization on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
