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
Neurologist to lead Upstate's Walk with a Doc July 11
Dr Michael Vertiino will speak on “Cool Heads, Smart Choices, Play It Safe."
Thursday, July 9, 2026 11:39:00 AM
Maritess "Tess" Bernardo, DNP, named interim dean of the College of Nursing
Bernardo joined the College of Nursing faculty in 2025. She soon assumed the roles of program director and advisor of the RN-BS Program and secretary of the College of Nursing Assembly.
Thursday, July 9, 2026 10:36:00 AM
New look for treatment rooms at Upstate Golisano
The rooms now feature wall designs with whimsical scenes of children at play, climbing, fishing, and the solar system, in keeping with each floor's design theme.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 2:34:00 PM
New fund aims to improve addiction care through simulation-based training
The Julia E. Oyer Fund will support education that helps health care professionals better recognize alcohol and substance use disorders and guide patients toward lifesaving treatment.
Thursday, July 2, 2026 10:11:00 PM

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

Joey's Wish Putt Putt: August 16 & 16