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

Recent Categories
Norton College of Medicine receives $4.5 million bequest to support students and faculty
Gift from the estate of alumnus Christopher G. Ullrich, MD ’76, and Betsy C. Ullrich will fund medical student scholarships and two endowed radiology faculty positions at Norton College of Medicine.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 8:02:00 PM
Upstate’s Community Giving Campaign nets third highest total in campaign history
Growing employee participation fuels strong year for Upstate’s annual giving effort.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 7:52:00 PM
Five Upstate practices earn national PCMH re-recognition for primary care excellence
Recognized by the National Center for Quality Assurance, the five practices — including four based at the Nappi Wellness Institute — have retained their Patient-Centered Medical Home designation reflecting continued excellence in coordinated, patient-focused care.
Thursday, February 26, 2026 2:07:00 PM
Upstate student recognized for her quick action saving a man’s life
College of Health Professions' AnnMarie Marquis earns American Heart Association honor after performing CPR at Logan Airport, restoring man’s heartbeat before EMS arrival.
Thursday, February 19, 2026 7:16:00 PM

Events

Upstate Foundation events

2026 SAVE THE DATES
Radiothon: February 10 & 11
Doctor's Day: March 30
White Coat Rock: April 15
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 – February: BURGER KING®, Love’s, Speedway

Joey's Whish Bowling Fundraiser: February 28

Pedaling 4 Paige: March 21

Hope & Dignity: April 16
Housecalls for the Homeless and In My Father’s Kitchen

Strikes Against Stroke: May 1

Paige’s Butterfly Run: June 6

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