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...

 
 

1,200+

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

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Award-winning perfusion student AnnMarie Marquis turns experience into lifesaving impact
A former patient, EMT, and firefighter, Marquis brings a deeply personal perspective to perfusion—and has already used it to save a life.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 4:21:00 PM
Three to receive both an MD and PhD at Commencement
Commencement marks the end of an eight-year academic journey for Joshua Harris, Sam LaMagna and Maria Ortiz.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 11:55:00 AM
Upstate Medical University will award 462 degrees at Commencement Sunday, May 3
SUNY Distinguished Professor Sharon Brangman, MD, a leader in geriatric medicine and a prominent national voice on elder care, will deliver the Commencement Address.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 11:19:00 AM
Upstate Medical University and Cayuga Community College join forces to launch new accelerated nursing pathways
Two programs debuting Fall 2026 aim to fast-track degrees, expand access to nursing education, and strengthen Central New York’s healthcare workforce.
Friday, April 24, 2026 3:53:00 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 – April: Ace Hardware, Kinney Drugs, Speedway

Strikes Against Stroke: May 1

Walk for Brain Cancer Research: May 2

3 Rivers Car Curz-In: May 13-September
Weather permitting each week

8th Annual Drag Brunch: May 31

Paige’s Butterfly Run: June 6

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