Children's Home of Poughkeepsie

What Children's Home of Poughkeepsie does

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is a 501(c)-style nonprofit social services organization founded in 1847 and headquartered in Poughkeepsie, New York. It delivers a portfolio of community-based and residential programs for at-risk children and families across Dutchess and Ulster counties, with an employee base in the 251-500 range. Its program mix spans foster care and group emergency placement, the CFTSS clinical program, the Children's Way Counseling Center, the Supervised Independent Living program, preventive services, adoption support through the Wendy's Wonderful Kids Program, the Nuevas Alas (New Wings) culturally responsive offering, Home Study and Post Release Services, and the EMPOWER program. The organization is licensed by three separate New York State agencies (Office of Children & Family Services, Office of Mental Health, and Department of Health) and is accredited by the Council on Accreditation.

The business model is a multi-revenue-stream nonprofit: government contracts and grants from NY State agencies fund the bulk of licensed program operations, while individual donations, corporate sponsorships, and an annual fundraising calendar (Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert, Run for Home 5K, Hope on the Hudson gala, Hudson Valley Gives, GivingTuesday) provide philanthropic support. Services are delivered at no cost to families. Distribution is direct-to-client through residential facilities, clinic-based counseling, and a community walk-in resource hub (Family Opportunity Center / Community Closet), with referrals sourced from county DSS, OCFS, school districts, and healthcare partners such as Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital.

The technology footprint is a human services delivery model rather than a software product; no AI/ML or proprietary platform is indicated. The most strategically significant recent buildout is AnchorPoint, a 24/7 children's crisis residence program launched in 2026 that is the first and only such facility in the Hudson Valley, plus the only residential beds in upstate New York for youth victims of human trafficking. AnchorPoint, the Kingston counseling expansion, and the Wingdale Community Closet represent a deliberate pivot toward crisis, mental health, and basic-needs services for an expanded geographic and demographic footprint.

Name

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie

Legal name

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie

Website

https://childrenshome.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1847

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is a 179-year-old New York nonprofit that provides residential, clinical, and community-based services to at-risk children and families across Dutchess and Ulster counties, funded through NY State contracts, donations, and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child Welfare and Behavioral Health Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Community Housing Services (62422)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Mental Health & Crisis Support Services (BPAGACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO), Family & Parenting Support Services (BPAGAEAC), Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Foster care services
• Child welfare services
• Mental health counseling
• Residential crisis care
• Family support programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Poughkeepsie

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts and Grants: Revenue from New York State Office of Children & Family Services, Office of Mental Health, and Department of Health for licensed child welfare and mental health services.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations, corporate sponsorships, event proceeds from annual campaigns including Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert, Run for Home, Hope on the Hudson, and Hudson Valley Gives.
3. Foundation Support: Grants from community foundations and organizations such as Carve for a Cause for specific programs and initiatives.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie delivers licensed residential and community-based social services for at-risk children and families throughout New York State, including emergency foster care, mental health counseling, crisis stabilization, and preventive family support. The organization operates AnchorPoint, the only children's crisis residence in the Hudson Valley, and provides 24/7 short-term stabilization for youth ages 5-21 experiencing psychiatric crisis. Services are offered at no cost to families, funded by government contracts, grants, and donations.

Product overview

Children's Home of Poughkeepsie is a multi-faceted social services organization providing a comprehensive range of Community Based Services and Residential Services for at-risk children and families throughout New York State. The portfolio includes AnchorPoint (crisis residence program), Children's Way Counseling Center, CFTSS, EMPOWER, Facility Service Dog Program, Family Opportunity Center (with Community Closet), Home Study and Post Release Services, Nuevas Alas, Preventive Services, Supervised Independent Living, and Wendy's Wonderful Kids Program. Services span in-home mental health counseling, crisis stabilization, residential care, foster care support, adoption services, and family resources. The organization was founded in 1847 and is licensed by NY State Office of Children & Family Services, NY State Office of Mental Health, and NY State Department of Health.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AnchorPoint Children's Crisis Residence Program A Children's Crisis Residence Program providing 24/7 care and intensive crisis treatment for youth ages 5 to 21 experiencing psychiatric crisis. Offers short-term stabilization services averaging 21 days to help youth transition back to their homes or connect with community-based services. The first and only children's crisis residence in the Hudson Valley region.
• Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) Community-based mental health services including clinical components such as individual and family therapy that can follow clients through transitions, ensuring continuity of care. Designed to help youth improve their health, well-being, and quality of life.
• Children's Way Counseling Center Mental health counseling center providing clinic-based mental health services for youth. Locations include Poughkeepsie and Kingston (Ulster County) to expand access across the Hudson Valley.
• EMPOWER Program under the Children and Family Treatment and Support Services offering mental health and support services for youth and families.
• Facility Service Dog Program Program utilizing facility service dogs to support children in care. The organization was instrumental in establishing legal precedent in New York for allowing Courthouse Dogs to comfort child witnesses testifying against alleged abusers.
• Family Opportunity Center Free support and resources center for families offering easy access to essential items including clothing, non-perishable foods, toiletries, and art supplies. Locations in Wingdale (eastern Dutchess County) with the Community Closet providing basic needs items.
• Home Study and Post Release Services Program (HS/PRS) Services for youth requiring home study assessments and post-release support to ensure safe transitions and stability.
• Nuevas Alas (New Wings) Program providing support services to help youth and families reach their full potential through culturally responsive care.
• Preventive Services Preventive services designed to keep families together and prevent out-of-home placement through support and intervention programs.
• Supervised Independent Living Services helping youth ages 16-21 develop independent living skills and prepare for successful transition to adulthood.
• Wendy's Wonderful Kids Program Program dedicated to finding permanent homes for children in foster care through adoption services and family finding.
• Residential Services Short-term and long-term residential care providing safety and stability for youth, including the only residential beds in upstate New York for youth victims of human trafficking.
• Community Based Services Comprehensive in-home and clinic-based mental health services and family support programs serving youth and families locally and throughout New York State.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,683 children and families served in FY2025
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Rose & Kiernan, Inc.flagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for the Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert annual gala. Leading general insurance agency in the Northeast with 125+ years of community involvement.
• Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor for Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert and other fundraising events.
• Consigli ConstructioncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum sponsor for Run for Home 5K event; corporate supporter of organizational mission.
• IBM CorporationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor for fundraising events supporting children's services.
• Mid-Hudson Regional HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver sponsor for community events; healthcare partner in the Hudson Valley service region.
• Marist CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver sponsor and educational partner; internship site for psychology students; collaboration on workforce development.
• Hudson Valley Wreath CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHosted Thanksgiving Centerpiece Workshop fundraiser benefiting the Children's Home at River Valley Arts Center.
• Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit UnioncoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor for Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert; community financial partner supporting local nonprofits.
• Dutchess County District AttorneyflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Dr. Crenshaw and Lori Stella in 2010-11 to establish legal precedent in New York for Courthouse Dogs to comfort child witnesses testifying against alleged abusers.
• Dutchess County GovernmentflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner supporting AnchorPoint development through five years of planning; collaborative relationship for youth services.
• The GrandviewcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue partner for Open Your Heart Cocktail Concert and other fundraising events including Dr. Crenshaw's retirement celebration.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Children's Aid Society: NYC-based (founded 1853) nonprofit providing foster care, adoption, mental health, and family support services; comparable historic multiservice child welfare model in New York State.
• Hillside Family of Agencies: Rochester, NY-based nonprofit providing residential, foster care, mental health, and family support services for at-risk youth across upstate New York; comparable multi-service, multi-licensure child welfare model in the same state.
• MercyFirst: Long Island, NY-based nonprofit social services agency delivering residential, foster care, mental health, and child welfare programs under NY State OCFS/OMH/DOH licensure; directly comparable service mix and funding model.
• Jewish Child Care Association (JCCA): New York-based nonprofit child welfare agency offering residential treatment, foster care, mental health, and special education services; directly comparable in licensure, programs, and regional service footprint.
• SCO Family of Services: Long Island/NYC-based nonprofit with residential, foster care, early childhood, and juvenile justice programs; comparable in targeting at-risk youth and operating multi-licensed residential and community programs.
• Graham Windham: Historic NYC-based nonprofit (founded 1806) operating foster care, residential, early childhood, and family support programs across New York; directly comparable multi-program child welfare continuum.
• Cardinal McCloskey Community Services: Bronx, NY-based nonprofit providing residential, special education, early childhood, and community-based services to vulnerable children and families; comparable in integrated service model and clientele.
• Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth: New York-based nonprofit serving at-risk youth through residential, foster care, and prevention programs across upstate NY and PA; comparable in geographic service area spanning upstate New York.
• Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York: New York-based nonprofit operating residential, foster care, special education, and mental health programs for children and families; directly comparable under OCFS/OMH licensure.

Regional players

• Astor Services for Children & Families: Hudson Valley-based nonprofit serving Dutchess, Ulster, and surrounding counties with mental health, residential, and community-based services for children; operates in the same Hudson Valley geography and overlaps the client base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/childrenshomeofpoughkeepsie
• Facebookfacebook.com/childrenshomeofpoughkeepsie

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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