50 years of service. Countless lives impacted.

The Upstate Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity dedicated to improving the communities we serve through
support of patient care, education, scientific research, and community health and well-being. Learn more about us...

 
 

1,300+

Unique healthcare funds covering all aspects of the Foundation’s mission

$10.4 Million

2025 awards, scholarships and grants – to benefit patients, students, researchers, the community

News

Recent Categories
Dr Cynthia Taub named president of the American Society of Echocardiography
An active of the society since 2002 and Fellow of society since 2005, Taub has held numerous leadership roles across the society. She joined the Upstate faculty in 2023.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 2:33:00 PM
Upstate enrolling seniors in landmark C. diff vaccine study
The university aims to recruit 1,000 volunteers for its largest-ever clinical trial, evaluating an investigational vaccine to prevent one of the most common healthcare-associated infections.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 12:06:00 PM
Upstate joins New York's Cannabis Center of Excellence to advance clinician education
Upstate's efforts will focus on the clinical use of cannabis, its safety profile, and public health implications.


Tuesday, June 30, 2026 11:50:00 AM
Dr Stephen Thomas named interim vice president for research
Nationally recognized physician-scientist and vaccine researcher will lead Upstate's expanding research enterprise following David Amberg's retirement.
Friday, June 26, 2026 7:13:00 AM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Power of Us
Upstate Open: July 30
Towsley ProAm: August 31
Call In for Cancer: October 15
Legacy Luncheon: October 20
Gala 50th Anniversary Celebration: October 24
GivingTuesday: December 1

Community events

Shop & Give – July: 7 Eleven, Love's Travel Stops, Speedway, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

3 Rivers Car Cruz-In: Wednesdays through September; weather permitting

Sprinkles of Support: July 10

Cornhole Tournament: July 18

Run for Refuge 5K: July 25

Back the Blue and Red
Motorcycle Run: July 25
Golf Tournament: July 26

Jeeps at the Beach: August 2