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Mission
Mission
ANCRAMDALE NEIGHBORS
HELPING NEIGHBORS ASSOCIATION, INC
is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization supporting those in need in the Town of Ancram since 2010
What we do
What we do
A Weekly Food Pantry - Distributing more than 150,000 pounds of fresh produce, meat, dairy and other foodstuff a year to local families and neighboring food programs in Pine Plains and Hillsdale. In addition to meat and groceries from the NY Regional Food Bank, families receive donated fresh produce from Rock Steady Farm, Sky High Farm, and others
Educational grants - Providing annual grants for local college and vocational students, as well as adults seeking job retraining
Holiday, Camp and School Programs - Providing holiday food baskets and gift certificates for children, underwriting the lunches at the Ancram Summer Camp, after school feeding programs, and the annual Adopt-a-family program
Adopt a Family - support to local children during the Holidays
Emergency Financial Assistance - Providing financial help for families facing unforeseen expenses such as moving costs, security deposits, car and home repairs and medical bills
Social Services Guidance - help navigating social services and assistance in connecting with available resources
Adrienne Citrin Memorial Higher Education Grant Program 2026
Adrienne Citrin Memorial Higher Education Grant Program 2026
Ancramdale Neighbors Helping Neighbors Association (ANHNA) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation serving the Town of Ancram, including Ancramdale and Boston Corners. We are, once again, pleased to offer higher education grants to assist full-time students who will enter an accredited college, community college, or vocational school this fall.
The grant is intended to assist students in paying for food, clothing, books, and/or transportation during the first year of continuing education. Grant amounts typically range between $1000 and $1500. Preference will be given to first-year students, but all continuing college, vocational, and graduate students are encouraged to apply.
To apply for a grant, students must be a Town of Ancram resident who has already been accepted to an academic or vocational program, beginning in the fall of 2026. Along with the application and proof of college acceptance, students should submit a letter detailing their educational plans.
For additional scholarship information, please contact Chris McCoy 412-609-6259 or info@ancramneighbors.org
For general information, donations, or to sponsor a grant, please contact Jack Lindsey 518-329-7306 or info@ancramneighbors.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS JULY 1, 2026
Application is below.
Adrienne Citrin Memorial Scholarship App 2026-2.pdfAnnual Appeal December 2025
Annual Appeal December 2025
Appeal letter NHN 11-30-2025.pdfPage updated
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