Donation

New cost-savings initiatives at the Recycling Center, a new rolloff truck added to the fleet, drop-off/pick-up donation options for residents - Wappinger is off to a solid start in 2026.

In addition to several drop off locations across the city for clothing and shoes, there is also a home pickup option for donations.

If you have a drawer or jewelry box full of stuff you're no longer wearing, why not consider donating it to help support the care of local animals.

Gently used items that are safe to donate and in good condition can be donated to Goodwill however, there are some things they won't accept.

Are you crying 'Oh Deer!"? How can you donate that extra meat and help feed people with it at the same time?

How many times do you pass this eyesore? How can we get people to stop doing this?

ShopRite in Kingston has prepackaged bags you can buy which will be donated to local food pantries.

The Spookhill Park project, Town of Wappinger Little League and Wappinger United Soccer Club were each recipients of $2,000 checks from Hannaford last week.

It's cold out there and we tend to forget how expensive coats can be. As the Hudson Valley hits freezing cold temperatures we should make sure our neighbors are warm. If you know anyone who is in need of a winter coat be sure to go Cafeteria of the Family Partnership Center on 29 N. Hamilton Street in Poughkeepsie from 5-8pm. There will be free haircuts available as well.

The Hudson Valley is making a local connection this weekend with the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico.You can help make a difference for victims of the hurricane that hit Puerto Rico right here locally in Poughkeepsie.