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

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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
Upstate to welcome SUNY College of Optometry to Syracuse campus
Partnership expands Doctor of Optometry education to Central New York, creating a new clinical training pathway while helping address the region's growing need for eye care providers.
Friday, June 26, 2026 6:58:00 AM
Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital geneticist named to state Rare Diseases Council
Joan Pellegrino, MD, a leader in newborn screening and inherited metabolic disorders, will serve on New York's 17-member advisory panel.
Thursday, June 25, 2026 1:55:00 PM
Upstate cancer specialist helps advance FDA-approved oral leukemia treatment
Clinical trial co-authored by Teresa Gentile, MD, PhD, found all-oral therapy for older adults with acute myeloid leukemia is as effective as intravenous treatment while improving quality of life.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026 3:48:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Power of Us: May/June
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 – June: Auburn Community FCU, DQ Grill & Chill, Ollie's, Tops Friendly Markets, Walmart

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

Sprinkles of Support: July 10

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

Jeeps at the Beach: August 2