Keeping our communities healthy

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...

 
 

1,200+

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

$14 Million

2024 awards, scholarships and grants – to benefit patients, students, researchers, the community

News

Recent Categories
Upstate Medical University named a 2026 Best Place to Work in IT by Computerworld
Upstate ranks No. 25 among large organizations worldwide—rising 10 spots from last year—and places in the top 10 for career development and training, underscoring a culture of innovation, growth and employee empowerment.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025 2:10:00 PM

Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund donates $200,000 to advance pediatric cancer care at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital
Holiday gift to the Upstate Foundation supports cancer care and research for children and families, continuing nearly three decades of impact through Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund.
Monday, December 29, 2025 1:07:00 PM

It’s never too late to answer the call to medicine
At 46, with five children and a lifetime of service behind her, Kathy Burke is pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a doctor at Upstate Medical University.
Thursday, December 18, 2025 1:48:00 PM

Silverman Hall renovation earns honors from local chapter of the American Institute of Architects
Transformational redesign of the College of Health Professions home honored for design excellence and environmental leadership.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025 12:35:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Radiothon: February 10 & 11
Doctor's Day: March 30
Power of Us: May/June
Towsley ProAm: June 22
Upstate Open: July 30
Legacy Luncheon: October 1
Call In for Cancer: October 15
Gala 50th Anniversary Celebration TBA
GivingTuesday: December 1

Community events

Shop & Give – December: 7-Eleven, Ace Hardware, Love's, Speedway

Hope & Dignity
Housecalls for the Homeless and In My Father's Kitchen
Thursday, April 16, 2026

Paige's Butterfly Run
Saturday, June 6, 2026